Summary of Meetings: Civil Litigation - Vancouver
Number of Meetings Held: 5
March 18, 2025
The Do's and Don'ts for Civil Litigators - A Fireside Chat with Justice Lauri Ann Fenlon
Guest Speaker: Justice Lauri Ann Fenlon, Court of Appeal
Synopsis: Lauri Ann Fenlon, Court of Appeal, provides a unique opportunity offering her insight into what she thinks is valuable advice to ensure you put your best foot forward
Online Registration: 206
February 13, 2025
The Love for Litigation Dinner
Guest Speaker: The Hon. Chief Justice Ronald A. Skolrood, Supreme Court of BC, The Hon. Justice Nitya Iyer, Court of Appeal for BC, The Hon. Justice Neena Sharma, Supreme Court of BC, Christopher Doll, KC, Partner, North Shore Law, and Amy Nathanson, Partner, Lawson Lundell LLP
Synopsis: Calling all litigators! Come together for an evening of camaraderie, inspiration, and laughter at the For The Love of Litigation Dinner. This special event will feature distinguished speakers sharing personal anecdotes and insights from their experiences in civil litigation. Whether you're a seasoned litigator or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with colleagues, celebrate your passion for advocacy, and enjoy an unforgettable evening.
Online Registration: 129
December 11, 2024
Ethics & Professionalism - Top Issues for Civil Litigators
Guest Speaker: Veronica Rossos, Practice Advisor, Law Society of BC, and Ludmila Herbst, KC, Farris LLP
Synopsis: Ludmila B. Herbst, K.C., Partner, Farris LLP, and Veronica S. C. Rossos, Practice Advisor, Law Society of British Columbia, discuss top ethical issues for civil litigators including conflicts of interest, interacting with self-represented litigants, and dealing with opposing counsel on procedural issues.
Online Registration: 103
In-Person Registration: 15
November 13, 2024
Certificates of Pending Litigation
Guest Speaker: Greg Allen, Allen / McMillan Litigation Counsel and Jessica Lithwick, Sugden McFee Roos LLP
Synopsis: Greg Allen and Jessica Lithwick provide an overview of the key statutory provisions and their interpretation by the Court of Appeal. Greg and Jessica also discuss practical and strategic considerations for CPLs from the perspective of both plaintiff and defense counsel.
Online Registration: 94
In-Person Registration: 8
September 19, 2024
Time Management and Efficiency in a Litigation Practice
Guest Speaker: Stephanie Streat, Synthesis Legal, Sara Albert, Albert Co.,and and Wendy Thiessen, Doak Shirreff
Synopsis: Stephanie Streat, Sara Albert and Wendy Thiessen, discuss strategies for optimizing the time spent at your computer, tactics for tackling your to-do list, technology innovations, tips for working in a team or remote environments and more.
Online Registration: 96