Abdi Aidid

(Written by ChatGPT): In this episode, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and the legal industry. Today, we're excited to have a special guest with us: Prof. Abdi Aidid, an expert in artificial intelligence and the law, and a thought leader in the field. We'll be discussing the latest developments in AI and how they're shaping the future of law, as well as exploring some of the ethical considerations surrounding these technologies. So sit back, relax, and join us as we delve into the fascinating world of AI and legal tech. #53: Abdi Aidid: Artificial Intelligence and the Law THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

(Written by ChatGPT): In this episode, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and the legal industry. Today, we're excited to have a special guest with us: Prof. Abdi Aidid, an expert in artificial intelligence and the law, and a thought leader in the field. We'll be discussing the latest developments in AI and how they're shaping the future of law, as well as exploring some of the ethical considerations surrounding these technologies. So sit back, relax, and join us as we delve into the fascinating world of AI and legal tech. <h2>#53: Abdi Aidid: Artificial Intelligence and the Law</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#53: Abdi Aidid: Artificial Intelligence and the Law

In her role as counsel for the Civil Liberties Association in the Emergency Act Commission (POEC), Ewa Krajewska recently impressed Canadians with her cross-examination of Justin Trudeau. In this podcast, we delve into how she prepared for that examination, how she approaches high-profile cases, and what other advocates can learn from her expertise. #52: Ewa Krajewska: "Confidence in yourself and the materials" Learn more about Ewa and her expertise here.  THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

In her role as counsel for the <a href="https://ccla.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Civil Liberties Association </a>in the Emergency Act Commission (<a href="https://publicorderemergencycommission.ca" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">POEC</a>), Ewa Krajewska recently impressed Canadians with her cross-examination of Justin Trudeau. In this podcast, we delve into how she prepared for that examination, how she approaches high-profile cases, and what other advocates can learn from her expertise. <h2>#52: Ewa Krajewska: "Confidence in yourself and the materials"</h2> <a href="https://hhrllp.ca/ewa-krajewska/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Learn more about Ewa and her expertise here. </a> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#52: Ewa Krajewska: “Confidence in yourself and the materials”

Lonny Rosen

Lonny Rosen is a founding partner of the Toronto health law boutique Rosen Sunshine LLP. His practice consists of giving opinions and advice on health care legislation and policies and representing clients in a wide range of civil and administrative proceedings. In this episode, Lonny addresses what a health lawyer does, what has made him successful, and the keys to his success. Lonny also explains the status of Canadian law on medical assistance in dying (otherwise known as physician-assisted suicide). Lonny Rosen “Excellence means always putting your clients first.” (Link to book discussed in podcast): The Human Element, Overcoming the Resistance That Awaits, by Loran Nordgren The Law Governing Medical Assistance in Dying Part I: Past &amp; Present  THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEK TO THEM.

Lonny Rosen is a founding partner of the Toronto health law boutique Rosen Sunshine LLP. His practice consists of giving opinions and advice on health care legislation and policies and representing clients in a wide range of civil and administrative proceedings. In this episode, Lonny addresses what a health lawyer does, what has made him successful, and the keys to his success. Lonny also explains the status of Canadian law on medical assistance in dying (otherwise known as physician-assisted suicide). <h2>Lonny Rosen “Excellence means always putting your clients first.”</h2> <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Human-Element-Overcoming-Resistance-Awaits/dp/1119765048/ref=asc_df_1119765048/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=459879753056&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=10067874218087183940&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9000795&amp;hvtargid=pla-1247121913598&amp;psc=1" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">(Link to book discussed in podcast): The Human Element</a>, Overcoming the Resistance That Awaits, by Loran Nordgren <a href="https://www.rosensunshine.com/blog/pathways-to-maid-part-i-the-law-governing-medical-assistance-in-dying-past-and-present" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Law Governing Medical Assistance in Dying Part I: Past &amp; Present </a> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEK TO THEM.

#51: Lonny Rosen  “Excellence means always putting your clients first.”

Caroline Mandell

For over a decade, Caroline Mandell was counsel to the judges of the Court of Appeal for Ontario. Now, Caroline teaches judges and adjudicators how to write decisions. She also advises lawyers on how to communicate a winning argument. In this episode, Caroline reflects on her career, what makes good advocacy, and issues facing the justice system.  Listen to her alongside with co-host Jacob Roth below.  You can learn more about Caroline and what she can offer litigators seeking to enhance their legal writing and reasoning skills here:  caroline@mandellcoaching.com | (416) 648-9657 Caroline Mandell "Justice is not just a place." THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

For over a decade, Caroline Mandell was counsel to the judges of the Court of Appeal for Ontario. Now, Caroline teaches judges and adjudicators how to write decisions. She also advises lawyers on how to communicate a winning argument. In this episode, Caroline reflects on her career, what makes good advocacy, and issues facing the justice system.  Listen to her alongside with<a href="https://robichaudlaw.ca/about-us/about-us-jacob-roth/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> co-host Jacob Roth</a> below. You can learn more about Caroline and what she can offer <a href="https://www.mandellcoaching.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">litigators seeking to enhance their legal writing and reasoning skills here: </a> caroline@mandellcoaching.com | (416) 648-9657 <h2>Caroline Mandell "Justice is not just a place."</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#50: Caroline Mandell “Justice is not just a place.”

Marie Henein is one of the most celebrated litigators in Canadian history and a partner at Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP. She has extensive experience as lead counsel on high-profile criminal, civil, and regulatory cases. Marie recently released her memoir, Nothing But the Truth (also available on Audible), which weaves her personal story with her strongly held views on society’s most pressing issues, legal and otherwise. In this episode, Marie reflects on her life, career, the keys to her success, and inequities that continue to plague the legal profession. Episode #49: Marie Henein "So go. Layout your plan and execute." THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

Marie Henein is one of the most celebrated litigators in Canadian history and a partner at <a href="https://hhrllp.ca" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP</a>. She has extensive experience as lead counsel on high-profile criminal, civil, and regulatory cases. Marie recently released her memoir, <a href="https://a.co/d/1tHhkbh" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Nothing But the Truth</a> (also <a href="https://www.audible.ca/pd/Nothing-but-the-Truth-Audiobook/0771039379" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">available on Audible</a>), which weaves her personal story with her strongly held views on society’s most pressing issues, legal and otherwise. In this episode, Marie reflects on her life, career, the keys to her success, and inequities that continue to plague the legal profession. <h2>Episode #49: Marie Henein "So go. Layout your plan and execute."</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#49: Marie Henein “So go. Layout your plan and execute.”

Amy Slotek

Legal Aid Ontario staff lawyer and Sounds Times project lead, Amy Slotek, discusses her lengthy history in fighting for human rights, her time spent working with an NGO in Turkey, her passion for equal justice, the impact poverty has on a society, and the fragility of the Rule of Law. Listen to her fascinating story and what keeps her motivated on a day to day in helping those vulnerable in our society.  Episode #48: Amy Slotek "The provision of human dignity" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Free LexisNexis content!  Browse the latest copy of the Solo and Small Firm e-Brief that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more.   Download free practice notes and meet our Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts.   Read our three-part series,  Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths.

Legal Aid Ontario staff lawyer and <a href="https://soundtimes.com" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sounds Times</a> project lead, Amy Slotek, discusses her lengthy history in fighting for human rights, her time spent working with an NGO in Turkey, her passion for equal justice, the impact poverty has on a society, and the fragility of the Rule of Law. Listen to her fascinating story and what keeps her motivated on a day to day in helping those vulnerable in our society. <h2>Episode #48: Amy Slotek "The provision of human dignity"</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SPONSORED MESSAGE:</a><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> Free LexisNexis content! <ul> <li>Browse the latest copy of the <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solo and Small Firm e-Brief</a> that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Download free practice notes and meet our <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/meet-our-experts.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts.</a></li> </ul> <ul> <li>Read our three-part series,  <a href="https://go.lexisnexis.ca/Digital-Estate-Myths" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths</a>.</li></ul>

#48: Amy Slotek “The provision of human dignity”

Criminal defence lawyer Edward Prutschi discusses fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming a criminal defence lawyer, the evolution of practice, the controversy of Bill C-5 and compelled judicial education , and the interplay between spirituality and advocacy. A fascinating episode with a fascinating lawyer.  Edward Prutschi "We are the defenders of the wall" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Free LexisNexis content!  Browse the latest copy of the Solo and Small Firm e-Brief that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more.   Download free practice notes and meet our Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts.   Read our three-part series,  Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths.

Criminal defence lawyer Edward Prutschi discusses fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming a criminal defence lawyer, the evolution of practice, the controversy of Bill C-5 and compelled judicial education , and the interplay between spirituality and advocacy. A fascinating episode with a fascinating lawyer. <h2>Edward Prutschi "We are the defenders of the wall"</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SPONSORED MESSAGE:</a><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> Free LexisNexis content! <ul> <li>Browse the latest copy of the <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solo and Small Firm e-Brief</a> that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Download free practice notes and meet our <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/meet-our-experts.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts.</a></li> </ul> <ul> <li>Read our three-part series,  <a href="https://go.lexisnexis.ca/Digital-Estate-Myths" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths</a>.</li></ul>

#47: Edward Prutschi “We are the defenders of the wall”

Kaveh Shahrooz

Kaveh Shahrooz' remarkable journey starts at the age of 8 with the execution of his uncle in Iran. This, along with his legal education at Harvard Law, set the scene for what propelled Kaveh into becoming a staunch advocate for  the benefits of liberal democratic values  and the freedom of speech and thought that underpins it all.  Ep.#46: Kaveh Shahrooz "Freedom of speech is the corrective used for wrongs" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Free LexisNexis content! Browse the latest copy of the Solo and Small Firm e-Brief that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more. Download free practice notes and meet our Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts. Read our three-part series,  Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths.

Kaveh Shahrooz' remarkable journey starts at the age of 8 with the execution of his uncle in Iran. This, along with his legal education at Harvard Law, set the scene for what propelled Kaveh into becoming a staunch advocate for the benefits of liberal democratic values and the freedom of speech and thought that underpins it all. <h2>Ep.#46: Kaveh Shahrooz "Freedom of speech is the corrective used for wrongs"</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SPONSORED MESSAGE:</a><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> Free LexisNexis content! Browse the latest copy of the <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solo and Small Firm e-Brief</a> that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more. Download free practice notes and meet our <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/meet-our-experts.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts.</a> Read our three-part series,  <a href="https://go.lexisnexis.ca/Digital-Estate-Myths" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths</a>.

#46: Kaveh Shahrooz “Freedom of speech is the corrective used for wrongs”

After a bit of a hiatus, Of Counsel reboots in 2020 with a three-part mini series profiling the University Faculty of Law.  In this episode, we interview Prof. Kerri Froc. Kerri is an accomplished academic in areas of women's constitutional rights, equality and social and economic rights, access to justice as it intertwines with the rule of law.  She discusses her time at LEAF and the positive change that can come from being active in the legal community advocating for human rights.  We also discussed Quebec's controversial Bill 62 and its effect on women in the province. Kerri's insights on the transition from private practice to academia also offers a valuable perspective for those who might be considering a similar trajectory in their legal career.  Ep.#45: Kerri Froc "The academic dialogue" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.  Browse the latest copy of the Solo and Small Firm e-Brief that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more. Download free practice notes and meet our Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts. Read our three-part series,  Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths.

After a bit of a hiatus, Of Counsel reboots in 2020 with a three-part mini series profiling the <a href="https://www.unb.ca/fredericton/law/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">University Faculty of Law. </a> In this episode, we interview Prof. Kerri Froc. Kerri is an accomplished academic in areas of women's constitutional rights, equality and social and economic rights, access to justice as it intertwines with the rule of law. She discusses her time at LEAF and the positive change that can come from being active in the legal community advocating for human rights. We also discussed Quebec's controversial Bill 62 and its effect on women in the province. Kerri's insights on the transition from private practice to academia also offers a valuable perspective for those who might be considering a similar trajectory in their legal career. <h2>Ep.#45: Kerri Froc "The academic dialogue"</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SPONSORED MESSAGE:</a><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> <ul> <li>Browse the latest copy of the <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solo and Small Firm e-Brief</a> that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more.</li> <li>Download free practice notes and meet our <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/meet-our-experts.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts.</a></li> <li>Read our three-part series,  <a href="https://go.lexisnexis.ca/Digital-Estate-Myths" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths</a>.</li></ul>

#45: Kerri Froc “The academic dialogue”

After a bit of a hiatus, Of Counsel reboots in 2020 with a three-part mini series profiling the University Faculty of Law.  In this episode, we interview UNB Prof. Nicole O'Byrne where we discusses Aboriginal law, the Indian Act,  and our relations with Indigenous People in Canada  and what should be considered moving forward. We also explored the present state of law schools and the challenges that students face with increasing tuition and the effect it has on access to justice. Ep.#44: Nicole O'Byrne "The pillars of Canadian Society" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.  Browse the latest copy of the Solo and Small Firm e-Brief that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more. Download free practice notes and meet our Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts. Read our three-part series,  Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths.

After a bit of a hiatus, Of Counsel reboots in 2020 with a three-part mini series profiling the <a href="https://www.unb.ca/fredericton/law/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">University Faculty of Law. </a> In this episode, we interview <a href="https://www.unb.ca/faculty-staff/directory/law/obyrne-nicole.html" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">UNB Prof. Nicole O'Byrne</a> where we discusses Aboriginal law, the Indian Act, and our relations with Indigenous People in Canada and what should be considered moving forward. We also explored the present state of law schools and the challenges that students face with increasing tuition and the effect it has on access to justice. <h2>Ep.#44: Nicole O'Byrne "The pillars of Canadian Society"</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SPONSORED MESSAGE:</a><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> <ul> <li>Browse the latest copy of the <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solo and Small Firm e-Brief</a> that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more.</li> <li>Download free practice notes and meet our <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/meet-our-experts.page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estate (Ontario), Litigation &amp; Dispute and Intellectual Property &amp; Technology Experts.</a></li> <li>Read our three-part series,  <a href="https://go.lexisnexis.ca/Digital-Estate-Myths" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wills, Trusts &amp; Estates series: Digital Estate Myths</a>.</li></ul>

#44: Nicole O’Byrne “The pillars of Canadian Society”

Of Counsel interviews remarkable lawyers about their careers in law. What motivates these lawyers? How do they manage to stay focused under intense pressure? How do they harmonize it all with their personal lives? How do they overcome fear and defeat? What insight and tips do they have for others? Court is now in session...all rise!

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William C. McDowell

One person familiar with Will and his career described him as having the "widest range of advocacy skills in all of Canada."  A partner with the elite  litigation firm Lenczner Slaght in Toronto, Will's litigation experience includes commercial disputes, public and governmental relations, libel and slander, and regulatory and criminal matters. Looking to some of his appointments by the Courts and government demonstrate the confidence the bar and judiciary has in him as an effective, balanced, and proven lawyer. From 2005 to 2008, Will caused at Canada's Associate Deputy Minister of Justice and a team leader in complex and volatile areas of litigation. Will's steady and measured approach was essential to resolving many of these governmental disputes during these years.   In April, Will seeks reelection for a third term as Bencher to the Law Society. His experienced leadership during this time has assisted Convocation seek common ground and advance many important initiatives including Mental Health, Governmental Relations, and Professional Regulation. You can learn more about Will's platform at www.litigate.com/WillForBencher. You can also learn more about Will's platform but listening to our new Of Counsel Bencher Series here.  Ep.#37: William C. McDowell: Recognize the importance of empathy in the law. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Easily track your case progress with powerful interactive dashboards in the latest LexisNexis® CaseMap® software update, new for 2019!  Create order from case chaos.  With all the details, facts, figures, dates and locations typically involved in assembling a case, it’s easy to get disoriented. That’s what makes LexisNexis® CaseMap® is so handy—it’s powerful case analysis software that can help you organize your case documents and give you a bird’s-eye view of your entire case.  Learn more  about the industry’s leading case analysis tool. 

One person familiar with Will and his career described him as having the "widest range of advocacy skills in all of Canada." A partner with the elite litigation firm <a href="https://www.litigate.com" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lenczner Slaght</a> in Toronto, Will's litigation experience includes commercial disputes, public and governmental relations, libel and slander, and regulatory and criminal matters. Looking to some of his appointments by the Courts and government demonstrate the confidence the bar and judiciary has in him as an effective, balanced, and proven lawyer. From 2005 to 2008, Will caused at Canada's Associate Deputy Minister of Justice and a team leader in complex and volatile areas of litigation. Will's steady and measured approach was essential to resolving many of these governmental disputes during these years. In April, Will seeks reelection for a third term as Bencher to the Law Society. His experienced leadership during this time has assisted Convocation seek common ground and advance many important initiatives including Mental Health, Governmental Relations, and Professional Regulation. You can learn more about Will's platform at <a href="http://www.litigate.com/WillForBencher" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.litigate.com/WillForBencher. </a>You can also learn more about Will's platform but listening to our new <a href="https://robichaudlaw.ca/2019-bencher-election-of-counsel/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Of Counsel Bencher Series here. </a> <h3>Ep.#37: William C. McDowell: Recognize the importance of empathy in the law.</h3> <h3>THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.</h3> SP<a href="https://secureapps.lexisnexis.ca/forms/casemap-suite-wf" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ONSORED MESSAGE:</a><a href="https://secureapps.lexisnexis.ca/forms/casemap-suite-wf" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> Easily track your case progress with powerful interactive dashboards in the latest LexisNexis® CaseMap® software update, new for 2019! Create order from case chaos. With all the details, facts, figures, dates and locations typically involved in assembling a case, it’s easy to get disoriented. That’s what makes LexisNexis® CaseMap® is so handy—it’s powerful case analysis software that can help you organize your case documents and give you a bird’s-eye view of your entire case. <a href="https://secureapps.lexisnexis.ca/forms/casemap-suite-wf" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Learn more about the industry’s leading case analysis tool. </a>

#36: William C. McDowell: Recognize the importance of empathy in the law.

Jordana Goldlist

As someone who who came from a background of surviving on the street as a youth, it's no surprise that Jordana Goldlist now defends the downtrodden of society with a passion and wisdom very few in the criminal bar possess. Like many of our guests of our show, Jordana's story is truly exceptional. Since her call to the bar in 2008, Jordana has represented people charged with everything from simple drug possession to murder. Her interview and unique story teaches us about the value of discipline, determination, and perseverance. Not only is she a feared litigator in the Courtroom, she is active in the community she came from and volunteers with homeless youth and showing that what life ahead can promise them with applied discipline, determination, and perseverance. Sharp, skilled, humble, and tattooed, Jordana Goldlist reminds us that before you feel like criticizing someone, remember that not all the people in the world haven't had the advantages of others. Listen to this remarkable lawyer, on this episode of Of Counsel. Ep. #27: Jordana Goldlist: A different frame of reference. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. LexisNexis Canada is one of Canada's leading legal resource providers. If you enjoyed the podcast today from Jordana, make sure to visit LexisNexis' bookstore at https://store.lexisnexis.ca and use the search term "criminal" to browse the comprehensive criminal law titles that LexisNexis has to offer. Ask us a question on our podcast: Do you have a question for one of our lawyers you want answered on our podcast, Of Counsel? Visit https://robichaudlaw.ca/podcastquestion and fill out the form to have your question read or played on the podcast. Ask any of our lawyers anything about criminal litigation, the practice of law, opinions on recent developments in the news on criminal legislation, or anything else you want us to answer.

As someone who who came from a background of surviving on the street as a youth, it's no surprise that <a href="http://jhgcriminallaw.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Jordana Goldlist</a> now defends the downtrodden of society with a passion and wisdom very few in the criminal bar possess. Like many of our guests of our show, Jordana's story is truly exceptional. Since her call to the bar in 2008, Jordana has represented people charged with everything from simple drug possession to murder. Her interview and unique story teaches us about the value of discipline, determination, and perseverance. Not only is she a feared litigator in the Courtroom, she is active in the community she came from and volunteers with homeless youth and showing that what life ahead can promise them with applied discipline, determination, and perseverance. Sharp, skilled, humble, and tattooed, Jordana Goldlist reminds us that before you feel like criticizing someone, remember that not all the people in the world haven't had the advantages of others. Listen to this remarkable lawyer, on this episode of Of Counsel. <h2>Ep. #27: Jordana Goldlist: A different frame of reference.</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. LexisNexis Canada is one of Canada's leading legal resource providers. If you enjoyed the podcast today from Jordana, make sure to visit LexisNexis' bookstore at <a href="https://store.lexisnexis.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://store.lexisnexis.ca</a> and use the search term "<a href="https://store.lexisnexis.ca/en/categories/shop-by-practice-area/criminal-law-17" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">criminal</a>" to browse the comprehensive criminal law titles that LexisNexis has to offer. <h2>Ask us a question on our podcast:</h2> Do you have a question for one of our lawyers you want answered on our podcast, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/of-counsel/id1335199607?mt=2" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Of Counsel?</a> Visit <a href="https://robichaudlaw.ca/podcastquestion" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://robichaudlaw.ca/podcastquestion</a> and fill out the form to have your question read or played on the podcast. Ask any of our lawyers anything about criminal litigation, the practice of law, opinions on recent developments in the news on criminal legislation, or anything else you want us to answer.

#26: Jordana Goldlist: A different frame of reference.

David Stratas

The Honourable Justice David Stratas sits on Canada's Federal Court of Appeal. He is our first actively sitting judge on our podcast. Prior to his direct appointment, Justice Stratas enjoyed an accomplished career on Bay St., where he was widely recognized as one of Canada's top commercial and administrative litigators. Accomplishments include induction into the Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, Appointment as a Special Advocate for closed hearings on national security, and multiple teaching awards at and honorary doctorate of law Queen's University. Join us as Justice Stratas offers rare insights in the Federal Court of Appeal, tips on advocacy and legal writing, as well as discussion on the importance of transparency, consistency, and technology for the judiciary. Ep. #20: Justice David Stratas: Courage is the source of all great advocacy THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

The Honourable Justice David Stratas sits on <a href="http://cas-cdc-www02.cas-satj.gc.ca/portal/page/portal/fca-caf_eng" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Canada's Federal Court of Appeal.</a> He is our first actively sitting judge on our podcast. Prior to his direct appointment, Justice Stratas enjoyed an accomplished career on Bay St., where he was widely recognized as one of Canada's top commercial and administrative litigators. Accomplishments include induction into the Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, Appointment as a Special Advocate for closed hearings on national security, and multiple teaching awards at and honorary doctorate of law Queen's University. Join us as Justice Stratas offers rare insights in the Federal Court of Appeal, tips on advocacy and legal writing, as well as discussion on the importance of transparency, consistency, and technology for the judiciary. <h2>Ep. #20: Justice David Stratas: Courage is the source of all great advocacy</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#19: Justice David Stratas: Courage is the source of all great advocacy

Paul Schabas

Paul Schabas was elected Treasurer of the Law Society of Ontario in 2016. Now sitting in his final months as the elected head of Ontario's governing body of lawyers, Paul reflects on his past two years in this role, as well as what the future may have in store for him and the Society. His term has brought with it notable changes, including: a change of the Law Society's name, an implementation of a Statement of Principles to reflect lawyers' required commitment to diversity in the province, an extension of the LPP program, increased enforcement of improper lawyer marketing, and much more. In addition to his role at the Law Society, Paul Schabas is an accomplished media and litigation lawyer at the venerable Blake's law firm in Toronto, a law professor at the University of Toronto, and an active volunteer in the legal community. In 2011, Paul was named one of Canada's most influential lawyers by Canadian Lawyer Magazine.  Learn why, on this episode of, Of Counsel. Ep. #16: Paul Schabas: In the public's interest. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

Paul Schabas was elected <a href="https://www.lsuc.on.ca/treasurer/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Treasurer</a> of the <a href="https://www.lsuc.on.ca/index.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Law Society of Ontario</a> in 2016. Now sitting in his final months as the elected head of Ontario's governing body of lawyers, Paul reflects on his past two years in this role, as well as what the future may have in store for him and the Society. His term has brought with it notable changes, including: a change of the Law Society's name, an implementation of a Statement of Principles to reflect lawyers' required commitment to diversity in the province, an extension of the LPP program, increased enforcement of improper lawyer marketing, and much more. In addition to his role at the Law Society, Paul Schabas is an accomplished media and litigation lawyer at the venerable Blake's law firm in Toronto, a law professor at the University of Toronto, and an active volunteer in the legal community. In 2011, Paul was named one of Canada's most influential lawyers by Canadian Lawyer Magazine.  Learn why, on this episode of, Of Counsel. <h2>Ep. #16: Paul Schabas: In the public's interest.</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#15: Paul Schabas: In the public’s interest.

Annamaria Enenajor is a legal phenom and inspiration among her peers. She holds her BA from the University of Toronto, her Masters of Science from Oxford, and her civil and common law degrees from McGill University where she graduated Gold Medalist. Following her education, Annamaria clerked for Justice Marie Deschamps and Justice Richard Wagner of the Supreme Court of Canada.  From there, Annamaria spent time in New York with an international law firm focusing on litigation in regulatory compliance, corruption, and white collar crime. While there, she devoted considerable efforts towards pro bonowork that resulted in her being awarded the 2014 Pro Bono Publico Award by the New York Legal Aid Society. Since her call to the Ontario bar in 2013, joined the firm Ruby Schiller where Annamaria proved herself in constitutional and criminal litigation alongside criminal law legend, Clayton Ruby. Annamaria is now partner of this prestigious firm (recently renamed, Ruby Schiller &amp; Enenajor,). As of late, Annamaria has focused considerable efforts and influence on Cannabis legalization reform in Canada. She recently testified before the Senate of Canada and started a petition to grant amnestyfor those with criminal records for marijuana possession. Annamaria's insights on the law, achieving success within it, and how to overcome the challenges faced by racialized lawyers like herself is invaluable. Listen to them all here, on this episode of Of Counsel. Ep. #17: Annamaria Enenajor: make demands upon your profession. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

Annamaria Enenajor is a legal phenom and inspiration among her peers. She holds her BA from the University of Toronto, her Masters of Science from Oxford, and her civil and common law degrees from McGill University where she graduated Gold Medalist. Following her education, Annamaria clerked for Justice Marie Deschamps and Justice Richard Wagner of the Supreme Court of Canada.  From there, Annamaria spent time in New York with an international law firm focusing on litigation in regulatory compliance, corruption, and white collar crime. While there, she devoted considerable efforts towards pro bonowork that resulted in her being awarded the 2014 Pro Bono Publico Award by the New York Legal Aid Society. Since her call to the Ontario bar in 2013, joined the firm Ruby Schiller where Annamaria proved herself in constitutional and criminal litigation alongside criminal law legend, Clayton Ruby. Annamaria is now partner of this prestigious firm (recently renamed, <a href="http://www.rubyshiller.com/service/annamaria-enenajor/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ruby Schiller &amp; Enenajor,)</a>. As of late, Annamaria has focused considerable efforts and influence on Cannabis legalization reform in Canada. She recently testified before the Senate of Canada and <a href="https://www.cannabisamnesty.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">started a petition to grant amnesty</a>for those with criminal records for marijuana possession. Annamaria's insights on the law, achieving success within it, and how to overcome the challenges faced by racialized lawyers like herself is invaluable. Listen to them all here, on this episode of Of Counsel. <h2>Ep. #17: Annamaria Enenajor: make demands upon your profession.</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#16: Annamaria Enenajor: make demands upon your profession.

Brian Greenspan

In this episode of Of Counsel, we are joined by legendary criminal defence lawyer, Brian Greenspan. Over the past 45 years, Brian has defined himself as one of Canada’s best.  Repeatedly ranked as among the country’s most influential lawyers and  he has represented celebrities, sports stars, and entertainers who happen upon the criminal justice system.  Past clients include  Naomi Campbell, Justin Bieber, Alan Eagleson, Myron Gottlieb, and Omar Khadar to name only a few.  Brian is not only an effective and passionate litigator but a true gentlemen who cares deeply about his clients, the law, and social justice. You can read more about Brian Greenspan and his remarkable career in criminal law here.  Join us as he discusses his lengthy career in criminal law, the lessons he has for lawyers following in his footsteps, and the role of criminal defence counsel. On this episode, of Of Counsel. Ep. #24: Brian Greenspan: Allegations are not enough. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

In this episode of Of Counsel, we are joined by legendary criminal defence lawyer, Brian Greenspan. Over the past 45 years, Brian has defined himself as one of Canada’s best.  Repeatedly ranked as among the country’s most influential lawyers and  he has represented celebrities, sports stars, and entertainers who happen upon the criminal justice system.  Past clients include  Naomi Campbell, Justin Bieber, Alan Eagleson, Myron Gottlieb, and Omar Khadar to name only a few.  Brian is not only an effective and passionate litigator but a true gentlemen who cares deeply about his clients, the law, and social justice. You can read more about Brian Greenspan and his remarkable <a href="http://www.15bedford.com/greenspan.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">career in criminal law here. </a> Join us as he discusses his lengthy career in criminal law, the lessons he has for lawyers following in his footsteps, and the role of criminal defence counsel. On this episode, of Of Counsel. <h2>Ep. #24: Brian Greenspan: Allegations are not enough.</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#23: Brian Greenspan: Allegations are not enough.

Carissima Mathen grew up wanting to dance on Broadway, but today, she serves as the Vice-Dean (Academic) and Full Professor of Law at the University of Ottawa Law School. Prior to her distinguished career in academics, Carissima acted as Counsel and later as Director of Litigation for the Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund.  Carissima’s primary area of expertise is Canadian constitutional law. Her book, called Courts without Cases: The Law and Politics of Advisory Opinionswill be published in 2019. She is also an active media commentator, appearing on programs such as The Current, Power and Politics, CTV National News, CBC Sunday Scrum, the Agenda, and BBC The World. Carissima has published numerous op eds, is regularly cited in national print and online media, and pioneered the practice of live tweeting from the Supreme Court of Canada. In 2018, Carissima was a recipient of the Law Society Medal, one of the highest honours bestowed by the Ontario legal profession. Ep.#33: Carissima Mathen: A means to hold them accountable. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. As proud Canadians we recently celebrated our great country’s 150th anniversary! Our sponsor, LexisNexis, published several texts to stamp this historical landmark, including Canada’s Constitutional Democracy: The 150th Anniversary Celebration.  In this book, insightful perspectives are shared on how historical, legal and political events shaped the development of Canada's Constitution over the past 150 years. It also examines overarching constitutional, political and historic themes that had a profound impact on how Canada evolved, and how these developments set the agenda for the coming years and decades. Forwards are written by the Former Governor General of Canada, The Right Honourable David Johnston, and former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, the Right Honourable Beverly McLachlin.  You can find the book Canada’s Constitutional Democracy: The 150th Anniversary Celebration at lexisnexis.ca/bookstore, or enter for a chance to win a copy at lexisnexis.ca/bookdraw.  Enter by December 15, 2018 for a chance to win the book: Canada's Constitutional Democracy: The 150th Anniversary Celebration. Visit: lexisnexis.ca/bookdraw

Carissima Mathen grew up wanting to dance on Broadway, but today, she serves as the Vice-Dean (Academic) and Full Professor of Law at the <a href="https://commonlaw.uottawa.ca/en" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">University of Ottawa Law School</a>. Prior to her distinguished career in academics, Carissima acted as Counsel and later as Director of Litigation for the Women’s Legal Education and Action Fund.  Carissima’s primary area of expertise is Canadian constitutional law. Her book, called <a href="https://www.bloomsburyprofessional.com/uk/courts-without-cases-9781509922499/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Courts without Cases: The Law and Politics of Advisory Opinions</a>will be published in 2019. She is also an active media commentator, appearing on programs such as The Current, Power and Politics, CTV National News, CBC Sunday Scrum, the Agenda, and BBC The World. Carissima has published numerous op eds, is regularly cited in national print and online media, and pioneered the practice of live tweeting from the Supreme Court of Canada. In 2018, Carissima was a recipient of the Law Society Medal, one of the highest honours bestowed by the Ontario legal profession. <h3>Ep.#33: Carissima Mathen: A means to hold them accountable.</h3> <h3>THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.</h3> SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. As proud Canadians we recently celebrated our great country’s 150th anniversary! Our sponsor, LexisNexis, published several texts to stamp this historical landmark, including Canada’s Constitutional Democracy: The 150th Anniversary Celebration. In this book, insightful perspectives are shared on how historical, legal and political events shaped the development of Canada's Constitution over the past 150 years. It also examines overarching constitutional, political and historic themes that had a profound impact on how Canada evolved, and how these developments set the agenda for the coming years and decades. Forwards are written by the Former Governor General of Canada, The Right Honourable David Johnston, and former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, the Right Honourable Beverly McLachlin. You can find the book <a href="https://store.lexisnexis.ca/en/categories/shop-by-jurisdiction/federal-13/canadas-constitutional-democracy-the-150th-anniversary-celebration-skusku-cad-6616/details" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Canada’s Constitutional Democracy: The 150th Anniversary Celebration</a> at <a href="http://lexisnexis.ca/bookstore" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lexisnexis.ca/bookstore</a>, or enter for a chance to win a copy at <a href="https://secureapps.lexisnexis.ca/forms/SL-OfCounsel-Constitution-Book-Draw-Q418-wf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lexisnexis.ca/bookdraw</a>. <a href="https://secureapps.lexisnexis.ca/forms/SL-OfCounsel-Constitution-Book-Draw-Q418-wf" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Enter by December 15, 2018 for a chance to win the book: Canada's Constitutional Democracy: The 150th Anniversary Celebration. Visit: lexisnexis.ca/bookdraw</a>

#32: Carissima Mathen: a means to hold them accountable

Steven Skurka

Steven Skurka is one of Canada's most well known criminal defence lawyers. In this episode, he discusses the importance of preparation, courage, and willingness to think differently when advocating. In addition to invaluable tips of advocacy,  Steven reminisces on the time he spent on various high profiles cases such as R. v. Brown (racial profiling of Toronto Raptor Dee Brown), R. v. Mark Phillips (marijuana induced psychosis) and his own legal struggles and redemption in the case of Jacobson vs. Skurka. Steven's passion for criminal law is profound, unique, and inspiring. His expertise in media and advocacy translated well into his own publications including his most recent book Tilted The Trials of Conrad Black, Second and his canonical text on jury selection: July Selection in Canadian Law,  Ep.#42: Steven Skurka: "May I continue Your Honour?" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Read the lastest copy of our Solo and Small e-Brief.  The e-brief includes LexisNexis' Solo Spotlight interview with Family Law practitioner Susan Blackwell, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, free practice notes and more. 

Steven Skurka is one of Canada's most well known criminal defence lawyers. In this episode, he discusses the importance of preparation, courage, and willingness to think differently when advocating. In addition to invaluable tips of advocacy, Steven reminisces on the time he spent on various high profiles cases such as <a href="https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onca/doc/2003/2003canlii52142/2003canlii52142.html?searchUrlHash=AAAAAQAkcHJvZmlsaW5nICYgYnJvd24gJiByYXB0b3JzICYgc2t1cmthAAAAAAE&amp;resultIndex=1" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">R. v. Brown (racial profiling of Toronto Raptor Dee Brown),</a> <a href="https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-lawyer-mark-phillips-pleads-guilty-in-st-thomas-ont-baseball-bat/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">R. v. Mark Phillips</a> (marijuana induced psychosis) and his own legal struggles and redemption in the case of <a href="https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/doc/2018/2018onsc4483/2018onsc4483.html?searchUrlHash=AAAAAQAGc2t1cmthAAAAAAE&amp;resultIndex=4" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jacobson vs. Skurka.</a> Steven's passion for criminal law is profound, unique, and inspiring. His expertise in media and advocacy translated well into his own publications including his most recent book <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Tilted-Trials-Conrad-Black-Second/dp/1554889340" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tilted The Trials of Conrad Black, Second </a>and his canonical text on jury selection:<a href="https://www.irwinlaw.com/titles/jury-selection-criminal-trials" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> July Selection in Canadian </a>Law, <h2>Ep.#42: Steven Skurka: "May I continue Your Honour?"</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SPONSORED MESSAGE:</a><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Read the lastest copy of our Solo and Small e-Brief. </a> The e-brief includes LexisNexis' Solo Spotlight interview with Family Law practitioner Susan Blackwell, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, free practice notes and more.

#42: Steven Skurka “May I continue Your Honour?”

Jonathan Kay

While few people think of Jonathan Kay as a lawyer, after completing an engineering degree at McGill University, Jon scored perfect on his LSAT score and was admitted to Yale Law School. His legal education placed him on Wall St. and a member of the New York bar.  With the momentum of his impressive legal education and experience, Jonathan jumped into Canadian journalism where he is well known for his work with the National Post, The Walrus, and most recently Quillette magazine.  While Jonathan left law in 1998, his story beyond law is remarkable. Today, he is one of the most widely known writers in Canada with an accomplished life of book authorship, editorial positions, documentary journalism, and most recently, podcasting.  Jonathan is no stranger to controversy and this podcast episode is no exception.  Join us as Jonathan discusses his path in and out of law, his path into journalism, the importance of free speech, the creation and success of Quillette magazine, and even issues surrounding the recent controversy over the Law Society's Statement of Principles. Ep.#41: Jonathan Kay: Connect your ideas to how people experience life. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Read the lastest copy of our Solo and Small e-Brief.  The e-brief includes LexisNexis' Solo Spotlight interview with Family Law practitioner Susan Blackwell, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, free practice notes and more. 

While few people think of Jonathan Kay as a lawyer, after completing an engineering degree at McGill University, Jon scored perfect on his LSAT score and was admitted to Yale Law School. His legal education placed him on Wall St. and a member of the New York bar. With the momentum of his impressive legal education and experience, Jonathan jumped into Canadian journalism where he is well known for his work with the National Post, The Walrus, and most recently <a href="https://quillette.com" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Quillette</a> magazine. While Jonathan left law in 1998, his story beyond law is remarkable. Today, he is one of the most widely known writers in Canada with an accomplished life of book authorship, editorial positions, documentary journalism, and most recently, podcasting. Jonathan is no stranger to controversy and this podcast episode is no exception. Join us as Jonathan discusses his path in and out of law, his path into journalism, the importance of free speech, the creation and success of Quillette magazine, and even issues surrounding the recent controversy over the <a href="https://lawsocietyontario.azureedge.net/media/lso/media/legacy/pdf/a/application-of-recommendation-3(1).pdf" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Law Society's Statement of Principles</a>. <h2>Ep.#41: Jonathan Kay: Connect your ideas to how people experience life.</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">SPONSORED MESSAGE:</a><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-ebrief.page" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Read the lastest copy of our Solo and Small e-Brief. </a> The e-brief includes LexisNexis' Solo Spotlight interview with Family Law practitioner Susan Blackwell, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, free practice notes and more.

#41: Jonathan Kay: Connect your ideas to how people experience life.

Adam Wagman

Last year, Adam Wagman was named among the most influential lawyers in Canada by Canadian Lawyer Magazine. With his performance in 2017 as the Ontario Trial Lawyers’ Association President, he fits well along other nominees that include A Supreme Court of Canada justice, law professions, Bay St. moguls, and a Human Rights Commissioner to name only a few. As a Certified Specialist in civil litigation and partner with Howie Sacks Henry in Toronto, Adam has accomplished some of the largest civil judgments for personal injury in Canada, some of which exceeding millions of dollars. His expertise, wisdom, and remarkable empathy for his clients shines particularly bright in the areas of catastrophic injuries that include brain and spinal cord injuries. Focused and passionate in all areas of his life, Adam is an active member of his community, a loving father, avid cyclist, rock star (literally), and deeply involved in charitable causes. Join us as Adam takes us through his views on life balance, advocacy, giving back to the community, and some shocking revelations on what it means to be a person injured in province of Ontario and the limitations you may face if seeking compensation. Ep. #4: Adam Wagman: Breathe. Just Breathe. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

Last year, Adam Wagman was named among the <a href="http://www.canadianlawyermag.com/article/the-top-25-most-influential-2017-3698/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">most influential lawyers in Canada by Canadian Lawyer Magazine</a>. With his performance in 2017 as the <a href="https://www.otla.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ontario Trial Lawyers’ Association</a> President, he fits well along other nominees that include A Supreme Court of Canada justice, law professions, Bay St. moguls, and a Human Rights Commissioner to name only a few. As a Certified Specialist in civil litigation and partner with <a href="http://www.hshlawyers.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Howie Sacks Henry</a> in Toronto, Adam has accomplished some of the largest civil judgments for personal injury in Canada, some of which exceeding millions of dollars. His expertise, wisdom, and remarkable empathy for his clients shines particularly bright in the areas of catastrophic injuries that include brain and spinal cord injuries. Focused and passionate in all areas of his life, Adam is an active member of his community, a loving father, avid cyclist, rock star (literally), and deeply involved in charitable causes. Join us as Adam takes us through his views on life balance, advocacy, giving back to the community, and some shocking revelations on what it means to be a person injured in province of Ontario and the limitations you may face if seeking compensation. <h2>Ep. #4: Adam Wagman: Breathe. Just Breathe.</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#4: Adam Wagman: Breathe.  Just Breathe.

Tom Cromwell

This episode's Of Counsel podcast, is particularly special as we host a former judge of the Supreme Court of Canada: The Honourable Justice Tom Cromwell. After an illustrious career in practice, then sitting as a judge on the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal, and then 8 years on the Supreme Court of Canada, Justice Cromwell now acts as senior counsel to Borden Ladner Gervais and shares his time between their Toronto and Vancouver offices. Join us as he discusses advocacy, the importance of access to justice, the future of law, music, food, safaris, and tips for how we can ensure our justice system maintains its relevance moving forward. Ep. #14: Tom Cromwell: reflections on the Supreme Court of Canada, advocacy, and the future of law. HE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

This episode's Of Counsel podcast, is particularly special as we host a former judge of the Supreme Court of Canada: The Honourable Justice Tom Cromwell. After an illustrious career in practice, then sitting as a judge on the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal, and then 8 years on the Supreme Court of Canada, Justice Cromwell now acts as senior counsel to Borden Ladner Gervais and shares his time between their Toronto and Vancouver offices. Join us as he discusses advocacy, the importance of access to justice, the future of law, music, food, safaris, and tips for how we can ensure our justice system maintains its relevance moving forward. <h2>Ep. #14: Tom Cromwell: reflections on the Supreme Court of Canada, advocacy, and the future of law.</h2> HE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#13: Tom Cromwell: reflections on the Supreme Court of Canada, advocacy, and the future of law.

Breese Davies

Breese Davies is a shining star among lawyers for her accomplishments in criminal, constitutional, and human rights law. In 2017, she was awarded the Law Society of Ontario’s Laura Legge Award awarded for her leadership among women in the profession. Her versatility as an advocate is truly astounding.  She has argued at all levels of trial and appeal courts throughout Canada including administrative tribunals, federal courts, and multiple appearances at before the Supreme Court. She is routinely assigned as counsel for public inquiries, coroner inquests, and other  high profile matters of public concern. Some of this past involvement includes the inquiry in the Actions of Canadian Officials into Maher Arar, the Inquiry into Pediatric Forensic Pathology in Ontario, and more recently acting as counsel for the Inquest into Ashely Smith. Her contributions have had a profound and lasting impact not only in the law, but upon young advocates looking to join the profession. She now holds the prestigious position of Constitutional Litigator in Residence, David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights, Faculty of Law, University of Toronto. Breese is also an Adjunct Professor at Osgoode Law School in Evidence, University of Toronto and Adjunct Professor in Criminology. In 2013, Breese became the first Womens' Vice President of the Criminal Lawyers' Association. Breese now serves as Vice President to the same organization.  She is co-editor of For the Defence Magazine, Assistant Editor of Canadian Rights reporter, and acts as pro bono duty counsel for the Court of appeal for Ontario. Above all, Breese is a person who deeply understands her clients, their struggles, and how the justice system can be improved upon to assist them. Join us in this episode of Of Counsel where Breese tells a story about her, her profession, and how she manages to keep it all in balance. Ep. #5: Breese Davies: Tell a compelling story. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

<a href="http://www.bdlaw.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Breese Davies</a> is a shining star among lawyers for her accomplishments in criminal, constitutional, and human rights law. In 2017, she was awarded the Law Society of Ontario’s <a href="https://www.lsuc.on.ca/laura-legge-award/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Laura Legge Award</a> awarded for her leadership among women in the profession. Her versatility as an advocate is truly astounding.  She has argued at all levels of trial and appeal courts throughout Canada including administrative tribunals, federal courts, and multiple appearances at before the Supreme Court. She is routinely assigned as counsel for public inquiries, coroner inquests, and other  high profile matters of public concern. Some of this past involvement includes the inquiry in the <a href="http://www.sirc-csars.gc.ca/pdfs/cm_arar_bgv1-eng.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Actions of Canadian Officials into Maher Arar</a>, the <a href="http://www.goudgeinquiry.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Inquiry into Pediatric Forensic Pathology in Ontario</a>, and more recently acting as counsel for the <a href="http://www.csc-scc.gc.ca/publications/005007-9009-eng.shtml" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Inquest into Ashely Smith</a>. Her contributions have had a profound and lasting impact not only in the law, but upon young advocates looking to join the profession. She now holds the prestigious position of <a href="http://aspercentre.ca/who-we-are-2/constitutional-litigator-in-residence/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Constitutional Litigator in Residence, David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights</a>, Faculty of Law, University of Toronto. Breese is also an Adjunct Professor at Osgoode Law School in Evidence, University of Toronto and Adjunct Professor in Criminology. In 2013, Breese became the first Womens' Vice President of the <a href="http://www.criminallawyers.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Criminal Lawyers' Association.</a> Breese now serves as Vice President to the same organization.  She is co-editor of For the Defence Magazine, Assistant Editor of Canadian Rights reporter, and acts as pro bono duty counsel for the Court of appeal for Ontario. Above all, Breese is a person who deeply understands her clients, their struggles, and how the justice system can be improved upon to assist them. Join us in this episode of Of Counsel where Breese tells a story about her, her profession, and how she manages to keep it all in balance. <h2>Ep. #5: Breese Davies: Tell a compelling story.</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#5: Breese Davies: Tell a compelling story.

Joseph Groia

He has spent his career defending unpopular clients, advocating principled positions, and holding strong in face of a relentless prosecution by the Law Society of Ontario for allegations of "incivility" in his successful defence of John Felderhof in the now infamous Bre-X scandal. Even as a young boy growing up in Toronto, Joseph knew with certainty he wanted practice law. He attend law school at the University of Toronto before being called in 1981. In 1985 he joined the Ontario Securities Commission as associate general counsel handling litigation matters to later become Director of Enforcement. Over time, and under the mentorship of legendary lawyers like Ian Binnie, he harnessed his specialization in securities law into his own Toronto firm Groia &amp; Co. In 2015, and despite the ongoing prosecution he faced by the Law Society, Joseph was elected Bencher and now is one of the many lawyers in the Province of Ontario who contributes to the regulation of the profession. Joseph has been ranked as one of Canada's 500 leading lawyers since the year 2000. Above all, Joseph Groia's sense of right and wrong and his willingness to fight for injustice is truly remarkable and an inspiration to many lawyers and law students wishing to follow in his footsteps. Join us as we listen to Joe discusses advocacy, integrity, courage, and how to make fine wine. Ep. #9: Joseph Groia: Be tough, be concise, be persuasive, then shut up and sit down THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD’S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

He has spent his career defending unpopular clients, advocating principled positions, and holding strong in face of a relentless prosecution by the Law Society of Ontario for allegations of "incivility" in his successful defence of John Felderhof in the now infamous Bre-X scandal. Even as a young boy growing up in Toronto, Joseph knew with certainty he wanted practice law. He attend law school at the University of Toronto before being called in 1981. In 1985 he joined the Ontario Securities Commission as associate general counsel handling litigation matters to later become Director of Enforcement. Over time, and under the mentorship of legendary lawyers like <a href="http://litigate.com/IanBinnie" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ian Binnie</a>, he harnessed his specialization in securities law into his own Toronto firm <a href="http://www.groiaco.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Groia &amp; Co.</a> In 2015, and despite the ongoing prosecution he faced by the Law Society, Joseph was elected Bencher and now is one of the many lawyers in the Province of Ontario who contributes to the regulation of the profession. Joseph has been ranked as one of Canada's 500 leading lawyers since the year 2000. Above all, Joseph Groia's sense of right and wrong and his willingness to fight for injustice is truly remarkable and an inspiration to many lawyers and law students wishing to follow in his footsteps. Join us as we listen to Joe discusses advocacy, integrity, courage, and how to make fine wine. <h2>Ep. #9: Joseph Groia: Be tough, be concise, be persuasive, then shut up and sit down</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD’S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#8: Joseph Groia: Be tough, be concise, be persuasive, then shut up and sit down.

Tom Curry

Tom Curry is widely recognized as one of Canada's best litigators. Just recently, he was elevated to the position of managing partner at Lenczner Slaght in Toronto. He acts as counsel before all levels of civil Court and tribunals in Ontario including the Divisional Court, the Court of Appeal for Ontario, the Federal Court of Canada and its Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court of Canada. In 2017, he acted as counsel for the Law Society of Upper Canada in the widely known, and highly controversial case of Groia v. Law Society of Upper Canada. Tom is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, and a certified as a specialist in civil litigation by the Law Society of Upper Canada.  His client base, along with his firm, is remarkably broad in the private and public sector including: class actions, arbitrations, business disputes, administrative law, judicial review, intellectual property and professional liability at both the trial and appellate levels. Join us as he discusses the future of the profession, the importance progression for law firms, the value of tradition, civility in the practice, running with Puff Daddy, and motorcycling. Ep. #6: Tom Curry: Aim high. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

Tom Curry is widely recognized as one of Canada's best litigators. Just recently, he was elevated to the position of managing partner at <a href="https://www.litigate.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Lenczner Slaght</a> in Toronto. He acts as counsel before all levels of civil Court and tribunals in Ontario including the Divisional Court, the Court of Appeal for Ontario, the Federal Court of Canada and its Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court of Canada. In 2017, he acted as counsel for the Law Society of Upper Canada in the widely known, and highly controversial case of <a href="https://www.scc-csc.ca/case-dossier/info/sum-som-eng.aspx?cas=37112" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Groia v. Law Society of Upper Canada.</a> Tom is a Fellow of the <a href="https://www.actl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">American College of Trial Lawyers,</a> the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, and a certified as a specialist in civil litigation by the Law Society of Upper Canada.  His client base, along with his firm, is remarkably broad in the private and public sector including: class actions, arbitrations, business disputes, administrative law, judicial review, intellectual property and professional liability at both the trial and appellate levels. Join us as he discusses the future of the profession, the importance progression for law firms, the value of tradition, civility in the practice, running with Puff Daddy, and motorcycling. <h2>Ep. #6: Tom Curry: Aim high.</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#6: Tom Curry: Aim high.

Don Stuart

In this episode of Of Counsel, we sat down with leading constitutional and criminal scholar, Professor Don Stuart of Queen’s University on a tranquil snowy afternoon at his office in Kingston. Born and raised during the time of apartheid South Africa, Professor Stuart quickly came to realize the value of human rights and civil liberties when contrasted starkly with the oppressive state power. Don Stuart has taught law for nearly 50 years and leaves a legacy of accomplished criminal justice advocates and jurists in his wake as he approaches retirement from his lengthy tenure at Queen’s. Over those years, Professor Stuart has not just contributed to, but shaped criminal jurisprudence through his treaties and texts, criminal reports, and countless publications and articles. Cited on numerous occasions by the Supreme Court of Canada for his work and insights in criminal justice, Prof. Stuart is widely recognized as one of the best legal minds in criminal justice that Canada has to offer. Among many other awards he has received over his career, in 2012 he was awarded the G. Arthur Martin Medal for Criminal Justice, perhaps the most prestigious award anyone can receive in Canada’s criminal justice world; and one awarded only once before to an academic. Join us as we listen to Professor Stuart reflect on decades of Canadian criminal law, the impact of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms from its inception in 1982, the frustration and disappointment felt by politics, the future of law and academics, and so much more. Ep. #12: Don Stuart: a professor’s reflection on Canadian criminal constitutional law. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD’S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

In this episode of Of Counsel, we sat down with leading constitutional and criminal scholar, Professor Don Stuart of Queen’s University on a tranquil snowy afternoon at his office in Kingston. Born and raised during the time of apartheid South Africa, Professor Stuart quickly came to realize the value of human rights and civil liberties when contrasted starkly with the oppressive state power. Don Stuart has taught law for nearly 50 years and leaves a legacy of accomplished criminal justice advocates and jurists in his wake as he approaches retirement from his lengthy tenure at Queen’s. Over those years, Professor Stuart has not just contributed to, but shaped criminal jurisprudence through his treaties and texts, criminal reports, and countless publications and articles. Cited on numerous occasions by the Supreme Court of Canada for his work and insights in criminal justice, Prof. Stuart is widely recognized as one of the best legal minds in criminal justice that Canada has to offer. Among many other awards he has received over his career, in 2012 he was awarded the G. Arthur Martin Medal for Criminal Justice, perhaps the most prestigious award anyone can receive in Canada’s criminal justice world; and one awarded only once before to an academic. Join us as we listen to Professor Stuart reflect on decades of Canadian criminal law, the impact of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms from its inception in 1982, the frustration and disappointment felt by politics, the future of law and academics, and so much more. <h2>Ep. #12: Don Stuart: a professor’s reflection on Canadian criminal constitutional law.</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD’S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#11: Don Stuart: a professor’s reflection on Canadian criminal constitutional law.

Danielle Robitaille

Our guest in this this episode of “Of Counsel is criminal defence counsel Danielle Robitaille.  Danielle is a trial lawyer and partner with Henein Hutchinson LLP in Toronto.  Henein Hutchinson is widely recognized as one of the top boutique litigation firms in Canada, if not the world. Danielle’s law partners include the incomparable Marie Henein, the venerable Scott Hutchinson, and litigation and appellate superstars Matthew Gourlay and Christine Mainville. Along with their associates, their firm has acted for some of the most high-profile and controversial cases in Canada. Among these cases include that of former CBC host Jian Ghomeshi where Danielle acted as trial counsel alongside Marie Henein. As a partner in this tightly knit firm, Danielle has played an essential role on numerous others cases that, if listed, would read like the past 5 years of Canadian front page headlines in Canadian criminal justice. In addition to her in court accomplishments, Danielle is a leader among the bar with wide participation in continuing education for lawyers and students, including teaching advocacy, at the University of Toronto Law school. In 2016, it was asked by Precedent Magazine if Danielle is Canada’s next legal icon? Time will tell, but if this podcast is any indicator, the future seems very clear on that prediction.  It’s a real pleasure to have Danielle Robitaille with us in this episode to tell us about this calling. Ep.#3: Danielle Robitaille: It has to be your calling THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

Our guest in this this episode of “Of Counsel is criminal defence counsel Danielle Robitaille.  Danielle is a trial lawyer and partner with <a href="http://hhllp.ca" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Henein Hutchinson LLP</a> in Toronto.  Henein Hutchinson is widely recognized as one of the top boutique litigation firms in Canada, if not the world. Danielle’s law partners include the incomparable Marie Henein, the venerable Scott Hutchinson, and litigation and appellate superstars Matthew Gourlay and Christine Mainville. Along with their associates, their firm has acted for some of the most high-profile and controversial cases in Canada. Among these cases include that of former CBC host Jian Ghomeshi where Danielle acted as trial counsel alongside Marie Henein. As a partner in this tightly knit firm, Danielle has played an essential role on numerous others cases that, if listed, would read like the past 5 years of Canadian front page headlines in Canadian criminal justice. In addition to her in court accomplishments, Danielle is a leader among the bar with wide participation in continuing education for lawyers and students, including teaching advocacy, at the University of Toronto Law school. In 2016, it was asked by <a href="http://lawandstyle.ca/law/best-practices-is-danielle-robitaille-the-next-legal-icon/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Precedent Magazine if Danielle is Canada’s next legal icon</a>? Time will tell, but if this podcast is any indicator, the future seems very clear on that prediction.  It’s a real pleasure to have Danielle Robitaille with us in this episode to tell us about this calling. <h2>Ep.#3: Danielle Robitaille: It has to be your calling</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#3: Danielle Robitaille: It has to be your calling

Ep.#40: Paul Le Vay "Le bon avocat aide son client. L’excellent avocat aide le juge." Stockwoods LLP partner Paul Le Vay is one of Canada's top litigators. His areas of practice include commercial, securities, class actions, professional liability, and professional regulation. He is also one of the strongest legal advocates for francophone rights and representation in the legal system.  This episode of Of Counsel is  special in two unique ways. First, it is entirely in French, and second, it is the first (and perhaps the only ever) episode guest hosted by none other than McCarthy Tétrault lawyer superstar and preceding Of Counsel guest, Atrisha Lewis.  Join us as Atrisha takes us through Paul's amazing life in litigation, on this episode of Of Counsel.  THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. Paul Le Vay, associé chez Stockwoods srl, est un plaideur de talent. Il exerce dans les domaines du droit commercial, des valeurs mobilières, des recours collectifs et de la responsabilité et de la règlementation professionnelle.  Cette émission de Of Counsel est spéciale d’une part parce qu’elle est entièrement en langue française et d’autre part parce pour la première (et peut-être la seule) fois, elle est animée par une vedette du cabinet McCarthy Tétrault, Atrisha Lewis, qui elle-même a été  l’invitée de Of Counsel. Atrisha nous guidera à travers la vie exceptionnelle de Paul comme plaideur. Soyez des nôtres.  SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Readily advise clients on securities, commecial litigation and employment law. LexisPractice Advisor (R) provides you with the information and guidance you need.  Explore the topics in these areas of practice:  SecuritesCommercialEmployment Want to see more? Ask for a free trial.

<h2>Ep.#40: Paul Le Vay "Le bon avocat aide son client. L’excellent avocat aide le juge."</h2> <a href="https://stockwoods.ca" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Stockwoods LLP</a> partner <a href="https://stockwoods.ca/lawyers/paul-le-vay/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Paul Le Vay</a> is one of Canada's top litigators. His areas of practice include commercial, securities, class actions, professional liability, and professional regulation. He is also one of the strongest legal advocates for francophone rights and representation in the legal system. This episode of Of Counsel is special in two unique ways. First, it is entirely in French, and second, it is the first (and perhaps the only ever) episode guest hosted by none other than McCarthy Tétrault lawyer superstar and <a href="https://robichaudlaw.ca/podcast/atrisha-lewis/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">preceding Of Counsel guest, Atrisha Lewis. </a> Join us as Atrisha takes us through Paul's amazing life in litigation, on this episode of Of Counsel. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. Paul Le Vay, associé chez Stockwoods srl, est un plaideur de talent. Il exerce dans les domaines du droit commercial, des valeurs mobilières, des recours collectifs et de la responsabilité et de la règlementation professionnelle. Cette émission de Of Counsel est spéciale d’une part parce qu’elle est entièrement en langue française et d’autre part parce pour la première (et peut-être la seule) fois, elle est animée par une vedette du cabinet McCarthy Tétrault, Atrisha Lewis, qui elle-même a été  l’invitée de Of Counsel. Atrisha nous guidera à travers la vie exceptionnelle de Paul comme plaideur. Soyez des nôtres.  SP<a href="https://secureapps.lexisnexis.ca/forms/lexis-practice-advisor-canada-demo-lp?docviewed=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lexisnexis.com%2Fca%2Fguidance%2Fpslhome" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ONSORED MESSAGE:</a><a href="https://secureapps.lexisnexis.ca/forms/lexis-practice-advisor-canada-demo-lp?docviewed=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lexisnexis.com%2Fca%2Fguidance%2Fpslhome" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> Readily advise clients on securities, commecial litigation and employment law. LexisPractice Advisor (R) provides you with the information and guidance you need. Explore the topics in these areas of practice: <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.com/ca/guidance/securities/home" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Securites</a><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.com/ca/guidance/commercial/home" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Commercial</a><a href="https://www.lexisnexis.com/ca/guidance/employment/home" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Employment</a> Want to see more? <a href="https://secureapps.lexisnexis.ca/forms/lexis-practice-advisor-canada-demo-lp?docviewed=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lexisnexis.com%2Fca%2Fguidance%2Fpslhome" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Ask for a free trial.</a>

#39: Paul Le Vay: “Le bon avocat aide son client. L’excellent avocat aide le juge.”

Alan D. Gold is one of Canada’s foremost criminal lawyers. He has appeared as counsel before all levels of court in Ontario, as well as in other provinces, and for over 50 cases in the Supreme Court of Canada. He is certified by the Law Society as a Specialist in Criminal Litigation and was the first Chairman of the Criminal Litigation Speciality Committee for five years. In 1993 he was inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers. He received the G. Arthur Martin Award for Contribution to Criminal Justice in 1997. Alan is also a past president of the Criminal Lawyers Association of Ontario and a past-elected bencher of the Law Society of Ontario. Alan is also one of the most respected commentators on Canadian criminal law. He is widely published and has lectured extensively on criminal law. Alan’s Criminal Law Netletter, which is available on Quicklaw, is read by thousands of Canadian and international criminal lawyers each week. Ep.#29: Alan D. Gold: The Criminal Justice Process THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Thank you to our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada – who is thrilled that Of Counsel listeners will enjoy a conversation with Mr. Alan D. Gold! Mr. Gold’s weekly Criminal Law NetLetter is an invaluable current awareness source exclusively found in Lexis Advance Quicklaw. It covers recent Canadian caselaw and reviews criminal caselaw from the United States, Australia, the UK, South Africa, and other countries. Law journal articles, legislative news and other items of interest to the criminal defence bar are also summarized. Mr. Gold is also the main author of Halsbury's Laws of Canada - Criminal Offences and Defences, and Halsbury's Laws of Canada - Criminal Procedure. His latest print publication, The Practitioner’s Ontario Criminal Practice, 2019 Edition, is slated to be released on November 30, 2018. To place your order for it, and to browse a list of his publications, visit lexisnexis.ca/alangold . Finally, a giveaway for our listeners from LexisNexis! When Canada marked its 150th anniversary, LexisNexis published a celebratory book featuring a collection of over 50 essays on major political and historical developments in Canadian constitutional history written by key commentators and figures, including Mr. Alan Gold. LexisNexis would like to raffle a copy of this stunning book, to enter your name in the draw visit lexisnexis.ca/canadaat150.

Alan D. Gold is one of Canada’s foremost criminal lawyers. He has appeared as counsel before all levels of court in Ontario, as well as in other provinces, and for over 50 cases in the Supreme Court of Canada. He is certified by the Law Society as a Specialist in Criminal Litigation and was the first Chairman of the <a href="http://www1.lso.ca/specialist/jsp/directory1.jsp" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Criminal Litigation Speciality Committee</a> for five years. In 1993 he was inducted into the <a href="https://www.actl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">American College of Trial Lawyers</a>. He received the <a href="https://www.criminallawyers.ca/about-us/awards/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">G. Arthur Martin Award</a> for Contribution to Criminal Justice in 1997. Alan is also a past president of the Criminal Lawyers Association of Ontario and a past-elected bencher of the Law Society of Ontario. Alan is also one of the most respected commentators on Canadian criminal law. He is widely published and has lectured extensively on criminal law. Alan’s Criminal Law Netletter, which is available on Quicklaw, is read by thousands of Canadian and international criminal lawyers each week. <h2>Ep.#29: Alan D. Gold: The Criminal Justice Process</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Thank you to our exclusive sponsor <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/home.page" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">LexisNexis Canada</a> – who is thrilled that Of Counsel listeners will enjoy a conversation with Mr. Alan D. Gold! Mr. Gold’s weekly Criminal Law NetLetter is an invaluable current awareness source exclusively found in Lexis Advance Quicklaw. It covers recent Canadian caselaw and reviews criminal caselaw from the United States, Australia, the UK, South Africa, and other countries. Law journal articles, legislative news and other items of interest to the criminal defence bar are also summarized. Mr. Gold is also the main author of <a href="https://store.lexisnexis.ca/en/categories/product/halsburys-laws-of-canada-criminal-offences-and-defences-2016-reissue-skusku-cad-00569/details" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Halsbury's Laws of Canada - Criminal Offences and Defences</a>, and <a href="https://store.lexisnexis.ca/en/categories/product/halsburys-laws-of-canada-criminal-procedure-2016-reissue-skusku-cad-00574/details" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Halsbury's Laws of Canada - Criminal Procedure</a>. His latest print publication, <a href="https://store.lexisnexis.ca/en/categories/shop-by-jurisdiction/ontario-10/the-practitioners-ontario-criminal-practice-2019-edition-ebook-skusku-cad-6214/details" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Practitioner’s Ontario Criminal Practice, 2019 Edition</a>, is slated to be released on November 30, 2018. To place your order for it, and to browse a list of his publications, visit <a href="http://lexisnexis.ca/alangold" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">lexisnexis.ca/alangold</a> . Finally, a giveaway for our listeners from LexisNexis! When Canada marked its 150th anniversary, LexisNexis published a celebratory book featuring a collection of over 50 essays on major political and historical developments in Canadian constitutional history written by key commentators and figures, including Mr. Alan Gold. LexisNexis would like to raffle a copy of this stunning book, to enter your name in the draw visit <a href="https://secureapps.lexisnexis.ca/forms/SL-OfCounsel-Canada150-Book-Draw-q418-wf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">lexisnexis.ca/canadaat150.</a>

#28: Alan D. Gold: The Criminal Justice Process

This episode's guest is former Attorney General of Ontario, Micheal Bryant. Michael's personal story in law is one that spans the entire spectrum of the justice system. After clerking at the Supreme Court of Canada with former Chief Justice Beverly McLachlin, and obtaining an LL.M. as a Fulbright scholar at Harvard, Michael moved seamlessly into the Bay St. elite.  From there, he transitioned into politics where he then became the youngest person ever appointed as Attorney General. His time as the top lawyer in the Province was filled with productvity, excitement, legislative changes, and controversy. No one ever dreamed it would all come to such an abrupt halt in 2009 when Michael was charged with dangerous driving causing death and criminal negligence causing death. Although this may have marked the end of anyone's else's career in law, for Michael it was the beginning to a very different direction. After extensive investigation and a formidable defence, his charges were withdrawn at the request of the Crown.  Michael then spent the next several years recalibrating his objectives and motives in law. In 2015, Michael moved into private practice where he spent a considerable amount of time representing indigent accused with Ontario's Legal Aid system in bail court, and on individual certificates. Applying his own experiences within the system and how accused are treated by the Courts made him a truly unique and powerful voice among the defence bar. In 2018, Michael channeled his passion into broader issues affecting all Canadians by becoming the Executive Director of the Canadian Civil Liberties Association where he now advocates for Canadians' constitutional rights. Join us to hear about this amazing journey and the lessons Michael has learned from it all. Ep. #21: Michael J. Bryant: The Circumstance of Equals THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

This episode's guest is former Attorney General of Ontario, Micheal Bryant. Michael's personal story in law is one that spans the entire spectrum of the justice system. After clerking at the Supreme Court of Canada with former Chief Justice Beverly McLachlin, and obtaining an LL.M. as a Fulbright scholar at Harvard, Michael moved seamlessly into the Bay St. elite.  From there, he transitioned into politics where he then became the youngest person ever appointed as Attorney General. His time as the top lawyer in the Province was filled with productvity, excitement, legislative changes, and controversy. No one ever dreamed it would all come to such an abrupt halt in 2009 when <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/28-Seconds-Story-Addiction-Tragedy/dp/0670066443/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1531276013&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=28+seconds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Michael was charged</a> with dangerous driving causing death and criminal negligence causing death. Although this may have marked the end of anyone's else's career in law, for Michael it was the beginning to a very different direction. After extensive investigation and a formidable defence, his charges were withdrawn at the request of the Crown.  Michael then spent the next several years recalibrating his objectives and motives in law. In 2015, Michael moved into private practice where he spent a considerable amount of time representing indigent accused with Ontario's Legal Aid system in bail court, and on individual certificates. Applying his own experiences within the system and how accused are treated by the Courts made him a truly unique and powerful voice among the defence bar. In 2018, Michael channeled his passion into broader issues affecting all Canadians by becoming the Executive Director of the <a href="https://ccla.org/staff-members/michael-bryant/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Canadian Civil Liberties Association</a> where he now advocates for Canadians' constitutional rights. Join us to hear about this amazing journey and the lessons Michael has learned from it all. <h2>Ep. #21: Michael J. Bryant: The Circumstance of Equals</h2> THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

#20: Michael J. Bryant: The Circumstance of Equals

Douglas Judson

Not all leaders in the legal profession are found in high-ranking positions on Bay Street or the Supreme Court of Canada. Some leaders, like Douglas Judson and Heather Donkers, can be found in law schools or as junior councillors in small towns in Ontario. Despite their current positions, these leaders and influencers have a promising future ahead of them. In this episode of Of Counsel, we interview a former and present president of the Law Students' Society of Ontario. While they may not be well-known to senior lawyers, they have made significant contributions in advancing the interests of law students and recent members of the legal profession. During the interview, Heather and Douglas discuss what it's like to be a newly licensed lawyer or law student in 2019 and how much the legal profession has changed in the past 20, 10, and even 5 years. This is an important listen for any lawyer who wants to understand the challenges faced by recent calls and the sense of abandonment and hopelessness that some may feel as they enter the profession. With the upcoming Bencher election, it's more critical than ever to listen to their voices and understand why we need to change as a profession to save it. Ep.#39: Douglas Judson &amp; Heather Donkers:We need to have a conversation about disrupting norms THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Sign up for LexisNexis' Solo and Small e-Brief; a newletter for Canadian Solo and Small law firms. Read about the latest news, emerging practice trends and upcoming events. Subscribe to our free newsletter. 

Not all leaders in the legal profession are found in high-ranking positions on Bay Street or the Supreme Court of Canada. Some leaders, like Douglas Judson and Heather Donkers, can be found in law schools or as junior councillors in small towns in Ontario. Despite their current positions, these leaders and influencers have a promising future ahead of them. In this episode of Of Counsel, we interview a former and present president of the Law Students' Society of Ontario. While they may not be well-known to senior lawyers, they have made significant contributions in advancing the interests of law students and recent members of the legal profession. During the interview, Heather and Douglas discuss what it's like to be a newly licensed lawyer or law student in 2019 and how much the legal profession has changed in the past 20, 10, and even 5 years. This is an important listen for any lawyer who wants to understand the challenges faced by recent calls and the sense of abandonment and hopelessness that some may feel as they enter the profession. With the upcoming Bencher election, it's more critical than ever to listen to their voices and understand why we need to change as a profession to save it. <h3>Ep.#39: Douglas Judson &amp; Heather Donkers:We need to have a conversation about disrupting norms</h3> <h3>THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.</h3> SPONSORED MESSAGE:<a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-firms.page#subscribe" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada.</a> Sign up for LexisNexis' Solo and Small e-Brief; a newletter for Canadian Solo and Small law firms. Read about the latest news, emerging practice trends and upcoming events. <a href="https://www.lexisnexis.ca/en-ca/sl/small-law-firms.page#subscribe" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe to our free newsletter. </a>

#38: Douglas Judson & Heather Donkers: We need to have a conversation about disrupting norms

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