Law (General)

Essential Considerations: Hiring a Freelance Lawyer for Project-Based Legal Work

In today’s dynamic legal and economic landscape, many solo lawyers, law firms and in-house legal departments are facing fluctuating and unpredictable workloads. When work is inconsistent it is hard to justify hiring a full time associate or counsel to assist with busy periods, especially when that work may not last. One solution is to have […]

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Fiscal Responsibility, “Wokeism”, and the Need for Civility & Respect: A Summary of the Top Issues Raised by Bencher Candidates

The Law Society of Ontario, the regulatory body responsible for governing the legal profession in the province, is set to hold an election this month for its benchers (its Board of Directors). Voting opens on April 19 and closes on April 29, 2023. All LSO licensees whose licenses have not been suspended as of April

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The Law Society of Ontario Bencher Election 2023: What You Need to Know

Professional regulation may be a boring topic for some, but you only have to look back to the 2019 Law Society of Ontario (LSO) Bencher election to realize it is not without its controversies. And while the 2019 election was arguably more contentious than past elections, it still revealed the continuing trend of decreasing voter

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Is a Solo Law Practice Right For Me? Some Self-Reflection & Tips For Lawyers Thinking of Starting Their Own Practice

Lawyers are very fortunate that our profession is so amenable to self-employment. However, the decision to start your own solo practice should not be made without careful consideration. Ultimately, the choice will depend on your individual circumstances and goals, but for guidance, we’ve set out a few pros and cons for you to consider: Pros

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Five Simple Steps to Increase Law Firm Profitability for Solo/Small Law Firms

While some lawyers only see practicing law as a profession, in reality, law firms are businesses, lawyers are business owners, and businesses need to be profitable. Large law firms have whole departments to assist with keeping law firms profitable (marketing departments, accounting departments, HR, etc.). And, while solo and small firm lawyers may lack these

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