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CBABC

Preparing for Trial - Tips from Senior Counsel and a View from the Bench

Sandy Thomson and Georgialee Lang discuss their approach to trial preparation, outlining the specific steps and tools that they use to ensure thorough readiness for trial. Justice Ian Caldwell shares a view from the Bench on trial readiness.

CBABC

North Shore Legal Community Gathering

Join CBABC & Lakes, Whyte LLP for relaxed and enjoyable evening, with complimentary snacks, drinks, and refreshments.

ADR - Nanaimo

Conflict vs. Dispute

Gordon Sloan leads a discussion about experiences with each, making meaning out of these terms and, if there are differences, getting a handle on that. Discover whether conflict and dispute need to be addressed differently.

Aboriginal Lawyers Forum

Community Lunch (June)

Join ALF Executive member Andrea K. Glen for a virtual lunch will provide an opportunity to connect with other Indigneous lawyers/students/grads and foster greater connections within the community. 

Pensions &, Benefits

Networking for Pension Professionals

Join this networking opportunity to connect and expand your professional network. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to the field, this is a great opportunity to connect, share insights, and build relationships with colleagues in a relaxed setting.

Women Lawyers Forum - Kamloops

Year-End Barbecue

A gathering to celebrate women lawyers in Kamloops and the end of a great term. Meet with familiar and new faces, and bring a food item for sharing for the potluck.

Human Rights Law

BC Human Rights Tribunal Update

Emily Ohler, KC, and Devyn Cousineau provide attendees with an annual update from the BC Human Rights Tribunal. Topics include the Tribunal's ongoing process review and Tribunal backlogs.

Young Lawyers - Lower Mainland

Where Your Law Degree Can Take You

Michelle Cameron, Jennifer Chan, Morgan Fowler, and Lori Guiton, Director of Policy and Legislation at WorkSafeBC, shed light on the diverse paths a law degree can pave beyond traditional litigation or solicitor roles. Discover different options for fulfilling career trajectories in the BC legal landscape. 

Wills and Trusts - Vancouver

What Family Counsel Wish Estate Planners Knew

Tamlin Cooper and Stephanie Ovens discuss matters that arise when family law claims intersect with estate planning, including issues relating to discretionary trusts, support orders against estates, and cohabitation/marriage agreements. 

Women Lawyers Forum - Vancouver Island

WLF Networking in Nanaimo

Join the WLF – Vancouver Island Section for an evening of valuable networking. This monthly event provides the perfect informal opportunity to meet new people, foster connection, and expand your professional circle.

Employment Law

Termination Clauses Clarified: Key Takeaways from Egan v. Harbour Air Seaplanes

Nicole Toye and Olivia Startup, counsel for the employer in Egan v. Harbour Air Seaplanes, provide an in depth overview of this case, the current state of the law regarding termination clauses in British Columbia and best practices for drafting termination clauses.

Family Law - Vancouver Island

Fertility Law: Case Law and Resources Updates and Emerging Issues

Michelle Kinney and Christine Murray review case law developments in fertility law over the last year and new resources for fertility law practitioners, including the new fertility law chapter in the CLEBC Practice Manual.

Insurance Law

End of Term Networking

Enjoy an evening filled with delicious canapes and opportunities to mingle with colleagues as we wrap of the 2024-2025 section term. This is your chance to construct connections that last a lifetime!

Immigration Law

Immigration Law - Overseas Lawyers Group

June Meeting
Time: 8:30am - 9:30am (PT)

Intellectual Property and Technology Law Section

Navigating AI in Legal Practice

This discussion explores novel considerations for clients in an AI-world, as well as the benefits, challenges, and risks facing lawyers amid the rapid rise of AI solutions and tools.

SAGDA

Celebrating Pride 2025!

Celebrate diversity, and community at two of British Columbia's most vibrant LGBTQ+ events — the Victoria Pride Parade and the Vancouver Pride Parade.