This is a rare opportunity to hear Aaron Franks speak on the year in review, a look back at the notable cases from the last year from across the country. Aaron is a co-editor of the Reports of Family Law and has presented to lawyers and judges across the country. Presenting alongside him will be Larry Kahn, Q.C. who will provide particular insight on the BC cases to provide additional relevance to the attendees.
VJF v. SKW is one of the most significant cases that has come down from the court of appeal and there has been keen interest in gaging how this will play out in the caselaw. Jeff Rose Q.C. and Lisa Hamilton were lead counsel for the parties on this case and will be reviewing the cases that have come out considering VJF and discussing how to use this to your advantage. The issue of the loss of exclusions is one of the most pressing facing family lawyers in BC right now and this talk will provide a prime opportunity to gain insight on how this is expected to play out.