BarTalk Enters the Modern Era If our weekly screentime notifications are anything to go by, you’ll know we’re consuming more and more content on our phones, laptops or iPads. Whether we’re in between the... Kerry L Simmons, KC
June 2024 It’s Personal — Bill 21, Legal Professions Act On April 10, 2024, the government introduced Bill 21, Legal Professions Act, to transform the regulation of lawyers, allegedly to increase access to legal services. As I write this column a... Kerry L Simmons, KC
April 2024 On Your Mind — There’s a LOT Going On "What is top of mind for you in your work these days?” Throughout the year, CBABC meets with lawyers in all kinds of practice settings in every part of the province and asks this... Kerry L Simmons, KC
February 2024 Through the Looking Glass Reflecting on independence and the state of society Kerry L Simmons, KC
December 2023 Seeking Joy in Difficult Times Whenever I used to see a lawyer colleague of mine, he would always ask, “Kerry what are you doing to bring YOURSELF joy?” He didn’t want to hear about my work, my volunteerism, or... Kerry L Simmons, KC
October 2023 Reaching Equal Justice — 10 Years Later In the fall of 2013, CBA released Reaching Equal Justice: An Invitation to Envision and Act, a complete and detailed framework for moving toward equal justice. It made over 30 recommendations... Kerry L Simmons, KC
August 2023 The Art of Appreciation That look of joy on a person’s face when you let them know what they have done is valuable. Perhaps it is one of surprise because they didn’t think anyone noticed. Maybe you aren't... Kerry L Simmons, KC