As the 2023-24 term draws to a close, Section Executives are already developing ideas for engaging with our members next term. And the great response to this year’s Call for Volunteers has us excited to welcome new
and returning volunteers.
Here are the highlights from our most popular meetings this Spring. And with over 90% of Section meetings held virtually, we reached members from every corner of B.C.
Microsoft Word — Tips for Working Smarter
The Senior Counsel Section welcomed Jade Buchanan of McCarthy Tetrault to share how to integrate new tools into your workflow when drafting notes, documents and contracts.
Introducing Evidence at Trial
Civil Litigation broadened horizons with a review of how to deal with evidentiary procedure in civil or criminal proceedings presented by Rabjeet S. Wallia of Meridan Law Group and Jeffrey Hernaez of Olthuis van Ert.
Contracts — Case Law Update for the Commercial Practitioner
This annual Business Law Section meeting, hosted by Lisa Peters, KC, never disappoints. Over 200 attendees learned case law updates on key decisions, with notes about exceptions to privity, duty of good faith, shotgun clauses and more.
Drafting Affidavits and Applications for Chambers
The Honourable Justice Neena Sharma, Scott Dawson of Farris, and Chris Moore of McLean Armstrong spoke to the Young Lawyers Sections to uncover the secrets, strategies and tactics to make every word and argument shine in your upcoming applications.
Global Gathering: Internationally Trained Lawyers
Members of the South Asian Bar Association BC, Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers BC and CBABC’s Internationally Trained Lawyers Section joined together to host a one-of-a-kind opportunity for legal professionals from diverse backgrounds. More than 75 attendees broadened their networks and shared experiences with people from around the world.
Missed a meeting? Members have access to review meeting minutes, recordings and materials online anytime, anywhere.
Where Did the Privilege Pass Go?
Since January, non-members have enjoyed access to Section meetings by paying a per-session fee. It’s great to see more B.C. lawyers experience our programming before they become a member. Of course, members always enjoy unlimited attendance at Section programs included with their membership... just one of the many ways that membership pays for itself!
18th Annual National Indigenous Peoples Day Auction
The ever-popular Aboriginal Lawyers Forum online auction starts on June 21 and raises funds for the Warrior Project, which supports Indigenous law and articling students. Learn more and place your bids at cbabc.org/WarriorProject.
