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Publications & Presentations
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Jonathan Chen will share his insights at the Ontario Bar Association’s premier program, Anatomy of a Trial: Taking the Plunge into a Jury Trial, where he will discuss the role of AI in litigation.
Jonathan Chen | May 29, 2026
Susannah Alleyne was invited to co-chair The Advocates' Society's program titled, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for Litigators. Susannah will lead a discussion focusing on different aspects of EDI, advocacy, and the legal profession.
Susannah S. Alleyne | May 29, 2026
Paul-Erik Veel will speak on the evolving role of AI in client communication at the Ontario Bar Association program titled, Communicating with Clients Around AI. Paul-Erik will share best practices for AI disclosure, responding to AI-generated client materials, and managing situations where clients rely on AI to second-guess legal advice.
Paul-Erik Veel | May 22, 2026
Sahar Talebi will lead a fireside chat at the Young Women in Law’s 14th Annual Charity Gala, in support of Monday Girl.
Sahar Talebi | May 21, 2026
Sam Hargreaves will present at the Ontario Bar Association’s Critical Rules of Evidence for Civil Litigators program. Sam will discuss key evidentiary issues in civil litigation, including the use and limits of hearsay evidence, expert evidence, challenges related to electronic documents and digital records, and the court’s discretion to exclude irrelevant evidence.
Sam Hargreaves | May 19, 2026
Sana Halwani was invited to present at The Advocates' Society's program titled, Artificial Intelligence for Litigators: The State of Play and What's Ahead. Sana will share best practices for adapting to the rise of generative and agentic AI, including key use cases, policy considerations, courtroom developments, and the impact of AI on mentorship, training, and litigation practice.
Sana Halwani | May 6, 2026
Monique Jilesen was invited to share her expertise at OsgoodePD's Class Actions certificate program. In her session titled, Securities Class Actions, Monique will discuss the current landscape of securities class actions in Canada, including key trends and emerging risks, recent case law, certification challenges unique to securities claims, and the role of expert evidence in damages modeling and market impact analysis.
Monique Jilesen | April 24, 2026
Monique Jilesen was invited to share her expertise at the Ontario Bar Association’s Women Lawyers Forum Program. Monique will discuss the meaningful advances the firm has made in recent years, the ongoing efforts to better support and elevate women in law, and the challenges and opportunities that remain. She will also share her experiences on building and sustaining a successful career and navigating complex leadership environments.
Monique Jilesen | April 21, 2026
Nicole Naglie will present at the Ontario Bar Association's 24th Annual Current Issues in Employment Law, an essential program for staying up to date with the latest developments in employment law. Nicole will be joining the panel titled, Your Essential Legislative Update.
Nicole Naglie | April 15, 2026
Jonathan Chen was invited to share his insights at The Advocates’ Society’s Class Actions Advocacy program on the panel titled, Avoiding Settlement Fraud. Jonathan will discuss the latest tools to avoid settlement fraud in class action settlement administration.
Jonathan Chen | April 9, 2026
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Cat Blair authored an article for Western University examining the registrability of scent marks within trademark law, and the significant challenges their intangible and subjective nature presents in meeting legal standards for distinctiveness, clarity, and functionality. In the piece, Cat explores the ambiguities that persist following Canada’s 2019 amendments to the Trademarks Act, highlighting how vague or overly technical descriptions, the subjective perception of scent, and the doctrine of functionality create legal uncertainty and ultimately conflict with the fundamental purpose of trademark protection.
Catherine Blair | March 31, 2026
Nicole Naglie co-lectured the Employment Law class at the University of Windsor Faculty of Law. The session focused on injunctive remedies, including enforcing restrictive covenants and seeking Anton Piller and Mareva orders.
Nicole Naglie | March 27, 2026
Aoife Quinn and Jennah Khaled spoke at the University of Toronto's event titled, Exploring Litigation & Transactional Pathways. They shared valuable insights on the key differences between careers in litigation and transactional law.
Aoife Quinn & Jennah Khaled | March 25, 2026
Kyle Magee, Risa Kirshblum, Jim Lepore, Sean Lewis, Brieanna Miklaucic, and Natalie Workewych served as judges at Western Law’s Annual Advocacy Competition in Legal Ethics and Professionalism.
March 24, 2026
Sahar Talebi shared her expertise on the Canadian Bar Association's Verdicts & Voices podcast. In the episode, Quebec’s Secularism Law Gets Its Day in Court, Sahar provided a preview of the Supreme Court of Canada's hearing on Quebec's secularism law and the notwithstanding clause, a highly anticipated Charter case.
Sahar Talebi | March 18, 2026
Aoife Quinn, Jonathan McDaniel, Herschel Chaiet, and Cat Blair appeared as judges at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Law's Hamish Stewart Cup, a criminal-constitutional moot for first-year students.
March 13, 2026
In the Spring 2026 issue of The Advocates' Journal, Monique Jilesen and Sam Hargreaves have updated Justice Perell's widely used Evidence Cheat Sheet, refreshing citations with more recent case law and sharpening its focus on civil litigation for use in trials, motions, and applications.
Monique Jilesen & Sam Hargreaves | March 11, 2026
William C. McDowell and Derek Knoke have authored an article published in the Spring 2026 issue of The Advocates’ Journal. Will and Derek explore the challenges and strategies for handling defamation cases in the internet age, examining how digital communication has transformed defamation law from a primarily local issue into one involving complex global jurisdictional and enforcement considerations.
William C. McDowell & Derek Knoke | March 11, 2026
Jonathan Chen was invited to share his expertise at the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers’ 2026 Conference as a panelist on Law & Technology: Navigating AI, Innovation, and the Future of Practice. Jonathan discussed the impact of AI on the legal practice, with a particular focus on litigation.
Jonathan Chen | March 7, 2026
Sahar Talebi was a featured speaker at the annual International Women’s Day program organized by the Law Society of Ontario. Sahar discussed a range of topics on equity in the legal profession.
Sahar Talebi | March 5, 2026
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Susannah Alleyne was invited to speak as a guest lecturer on the course, Mental Health and the Legal Profession, at the University of Calgary Law School. Susannah explored the critical role inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility play in fostering mental health, belonging, and psychological safety. The session further considered how systemic narratives and cultural expectations can affect conformity and belonging in the legal profession.
Susannah S. Alleyne | March 4, 2026
Risa Kirshblum was invited to be a skills instructor at The Advocates' Society's Cross-Examination: Strategies for Success Skills Workshop. Risa worked directly with participants to practise and refine their cross-examination skills through practical, individualized feedback and interactive exercises.
Risa M. Kirshblum | March 4, 2026
Militza Boljevic was invited to speak as a guest lecturer at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law’s Legal Research & Writing class. The course introduced students to how lawyers analyze, research, and write about the law, and how those foundational skills translate from the classroom to the courtroom.
Militza Boljevic | March 3, 2026
Meghan Bridges was invited to participate as an instructor at The Advocates' Society's program titled, Cross-Examination: Strategies for Success. Meghan shared her expertise on mastering the fundamentals, strategy, preparation, execution and style of cross-examinations.
Meghan Bridges | March 3, 2026
Monique Jilesen was invited to share her expertise at the Canadian Bar Association program titled, Litigation as Business Strategy: Aligning Legal Action with Organizational Goals. Monique discussed ways to align litigation strategies with commercial outcomes and demonstrated how using data-driven tools can help shape smarter, more strategic decisions.
Monique Jilesen | March 2, 2026
Rebecca Jones was invited to share her expertise at The Advocates' Society's program titled, Advocacy Hour: Whistle Blower Litigation. Rebecca discussed key developments in whistleblower litigation, including potential causes of action, statutory protections, unlawful employer reprisals, and how companies and individuals should navigate whistleblower litigation and regulatory programs in light of the Ontario Superior Court's decision in McPherson v Global Growth Assets Inc.
Rebecca Jones | February 27, 2026
Risa Kirshblum served as a judge at the annual Tort Law Moot Competition.
Risa M. Kirshblum | February 27, 2026
Martin Brandsma was invited to moderate the panel, Copyright Law, as part of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC)'s Year-in-Review in IP Law 2026. Martin led a discussion on key developments in IP law and notable copyright decisions from the past year.
Martin Brandsma | February 24, 2026
Sana Halwani and Corey McClary served as judges at the annual Harold G. Fox IP Moot.
Sana Halwani & Corey McClary | February 20, 2026
Brendan Morrison, Meghan Bridges and Militza Boljevic were invited to speak with students at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law’s Welcome Day, where they shared their professional experiences and insights on career opportunities in advocacy with the Class of 2029.
Brendan F. Morrison, Meghan Bridges & Militza Boljevic | February 20, 2026
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Dan Malone served as a judge at the Canadian National Rounds of the 2026 Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition.
Dan Malone | February 19, 2026
We’ve released our 2025 Snapshot, highlighting the most significant developments, decisions, and trends in litigation from the past year across 21 practice areas. Reflect on 2025 and look ahead to 2026 through the lens of our expert litigators.
February 12, 2026
Kyle Magee was invited to speak on Tips From a Recruiter, hosted by the University of New Brunswick. Kyle discussed insights on the recruitment process, application requirements, crafting strong application materials, and interview strategies.
Kyle Magee | February 9, 2026
Hosted by the University of New Brunswick, Madeleine Andrew-Gee and Mackenzie Faulkner led a moot demonstration and shared tips for success on delivering persuasive opening statements, responding effectively to bench questions, and managing challenging opponents with confidence.
Madeleine Andrew-Gee & Mackenzie Faulkner | February 9, 2026
Derek Hooper, Liza Leshchynska, Christina Papageorgakopoulos, Gregory Pike, Madison MacKinnon, Rachel Rowlands, Cat Blair, and Kyle Magee served as judges at the Queen's Law Moot Society’s Cromwell Moot.
February 6, 2026
Samantha Hale was invited to speak at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law as a mentor for their Practicing in Big Law program. Sam shared a glimpse into what it’s like to work at Canada’s leading litigation firm and insights into the Summer and Articling student experience.
Samantha Hale | February 6, 2026
Tom Curry was invited to share his expertise on the One Great Case podcast. In the episode, Tom discussed Chiang (Trustee of) v Chiang, one of the most complex contempt proceedings in Canadian legal history, and explored what the case reveals about power, perseverance, and human resilience.
Tom Curry | February 5, 2026
Paul-Erik Veel was invited to share his expertise at the Ontario Bar Association program titled, Tales from the Courtroom: Mentorship Through Storytelling, as part of the OBA’s Ontario Legal Conference. Paul-Erik discussed his insights on the challenges of litigating, practical strategies for overcoming them, and key lessons for emerging lawyers.
Paul-Erik Veel | February 4, 2026
Tom Curry was invited to chair the Ontario Bar Association program titled, Tales from the Courtroom: Mentorship Through Storytelling, as part of the OBA’s Ontario Legal Conference. Tom led a conversation on the challenges of litigating, how leading litigators overcome them, and the lessons emerging lawyers can draw from their experiences.
Tom Curry | February 4, 2026
Jordana Sanft served as a lead instructor at the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada’s Patent Agent Training Course: Infringement & Validity, on the Virtual Lectures and Workshops "Section 1: Patent Infringement", which took place from February 4-6. The program covered core principles of patent infringement and included hands-on exercises to deepen students' understanding of these key concepts.
Jordana Sanft | February 4, 2026
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Susannah Alleyne was invited to be a co-lecturer in the course, Leading Across Differences, at the University of Toronto Rotman Commerce. Susannah led a thought-provoking and experiential session exploring human relations, why IDEA is instrumental in the legal field and how to develop strategies for leadership and inclusion.
Susannah S. Alleyne | February 3, 2026
Colin Johnston was invited to share his expertise on the panel, Recent Developments in Standard of Review for Regulated Professionals, at the program, Ontario Legal Conference: Administrative, Professional Regulation, and Immigration Law, hosted by the Ontario Bar Association. Colin discussed recent developments in the standard of review for regulated professionals, with a focus on errors of fact, law or mixed fact and law, errors in principle, and procedural fairness.
Colin Johnston | February 3, 2026
Tom Curry was invited to participate as an instructor at OsgoodePD's 20th Annual Civil Litigator’s Survival Guide to Evidence program. In his session titled, Effective Examination Strategies: Examinations-in-Chief and Cross-Examinations, Tom provided guidance on structuring examinations-in-chief and conducting cross-examinations by drawing on tested techniques and cautionary examples from real cases.
Tom Curry | February 3, 2026
Ian Binnie was invited to deliver the keynote at Osgoode’s Constitutional Law Moot.
Ian Binnie | January 31, 2026
Andrew Locatelli served as a judge at the Osgoode Constitutional Law Moot, hosted by Osgoode Hall Law School.
Andrew Locatelli | January 31, 2026
Susannah Alleyne was invited to speak at the Beyond the Recruit panel, hosted by the Black Law Students’ Association of Osgoode Hall Law School. Susannah shared insights on her legal career, the importance of mentorship, and alternative legal pathways.
Susannah S. Alleyne | January 28, 2026
Tom Curry was invited to speak at the Family Dispute Resolution Institute of Ontario's bi-annual Domestic Violence program. As a panelist on Ahluwalia: What is Next, he discussed the Supreme Court of Canada’s upcoming decision in Ahluwalia v Ahluwalia and its implications for future tort arguments in domestic violence cases.
Tom Curry | January 24, 2026
Christopher Yung was invited to co-chair The Advocates' Society's program titled, Markowich v Lundin: A View from Inside the Appeal. Christopher led a discussion on the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in Markowich v Lundin Mining Corporation and its implications for issuers and securities class actions.
Christopher Yung | January 23, 2026
Katrina Dods shared her insights at Western University’s Leadership & Democracy Lab Alumni Speaker Series, where she discussed her professional experiences and career opportunities in advocacy.
Katrina Dods | January 22, 2026
Kyle Magee was invited to speak on Life As A Litigator: Tips from a Toronto Recruiter, hosted by the University of Victoria Faculty of Law. Kyle answered questions about the legal practice and discussed career opportunities in advocacy.
Kyle Magee | January 22, 2026
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Kyle Magee was invited to present on a panel, hosted by the Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBC. Kyle discussed networking and career opportunities for aspiring litigators.
Kyle Magee | January 20, 2026
Tom Curry was spoke on the panel, Recent Medicolegal Cases That Should Affect Your Practice, at the 21st Annual Medico-Legal Survival Guide Conference, hosted by Toronto's Mount Sinai Hospital's Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Tom discussed real-world cases shaping evolving standards of care, emerging ethical considerations, and litigation trends that directly impact everyday obstetric practice.
Tom Curry | January 17, 2026
Jordana Sanft, Anna McAllister, and Kyle Magee were invited to speak at McGill University – Faculty of Law's integration workshop on “Effective Factum Writing."
Jordana Sanft, Anna McAllister & Kyle Magee | January 12, 2026
Risa Kirshblum was invited to participate as an instructor at OsgoodePD's Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Health Care Certificate Program. Risa discussed defence best practices and mitigation strategies.
Risa M. Kirshblum | December 16, 2025
Andrew Locatelli was invited to share his expertise at OsgoodePD's certificate program on Property Disputes: Strategies and Remedies. This program offered practical tools to navigate and prevent land disputes along with strategies to handle issues from nuisance and boundary conflicts to regulatory compliance.
Andrew Locatelli | December 9, 2025
Sana Halwani was invited to share her expertise at the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC)'s session titled, Leaders of Tomorrow 2025. Sana provided career advice and discussed how committee work has shaped her professional journey.
Sana Halwani | December 9, 2025
Paul-Erik Veel was invited to share his expertise on the Counterfactual podcast to discuss our recent report, Two Decades of Competition Tribunal Decisions: Data-Driven Insights. In the episode, Competition Litigation by the Numbers, he explored key trends that have shaped competition litigation over the past twenty years and what they may signal for the future.
Paul-Erik Veel | December 3, 2025
Sarah Millar was invited to share her expertise at eDiscovery Convergence 2025, hosted by the Association of Certified E-Discovery. As a panelist on Unveiling the Future: Strategic Planning in the New Regime, Sarah discussed the seismic shifts in Ontario’s proposed changes to the Rules of Civil Procedure and explored strategies to rethink litigation approaches, ensure compliance, and harness the power of early disclosure.
Sarah Millar | December 3, 2025
Amanda Smallwood was invited to share her expertise at OsgoodePD's certificate program on Professional Regulation and Discipline in the Health Care Sector. Amanda was a panelist on Module 5: Penalty Hearings and Appeals where she discussed best practices for penalty hearings.
Amanda Smallwood | December 2, 2025
Peter Griffin was invited to share his expertise at The Advocates' Society's plenary, Compelling Closing Arguments. Peter discussed how to deliver credible, powerful and compelling closing arguments with skill and confidence.
Peter Griffin | December 2, 2025
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Colin Johnston was invited to share his expertise at OsgoodePD's certificate program on Professional Regulation and Discipline in the Health Care Sector. Colin was a panelist on Module 5: Penalty Hearings and Appeals where he discussed discipline cases at the courts.
Colin Johnston | December 2, 2025
Matthew Sammon was invited to share his expertise at the Quorum Club. Matthew presented on the panel titled, Digital Deception: How Online Marketplaces Fuel Fraud and Organized Crime.
Matthew Sammon | December 1, 2025
Tom Curry was invited to share his expertise at The Advocates' Society's trial advocacy program titled, Conduct of the Family Law Trial. Tom discussed the best approaches to preparing and conducting a trial, including strategies on opening statements and delivering powerful examinations and closing arguments.
Tom Curry | November 28, 2025
Susannah Alleyne was invited to be a co-lecturer on the course, Leading Across Differences, at the University of Toronto Rotman Commerce. Susannah led a thought-provoking and experiential session exploring how the ability to navigate differences within and across organizations is a critical leadership competency.
Susannah S. Alleyne | November 28, 2025
Zachary Rosen was invited to share his expertise at the University of Ottawa as a guest lecturer in civil procedure, where he explained the rules and procedures applicable to the award of costs in civil litigation before the Superior Court of Justice.
Zachary Rosen | November 27, 2025
As Chair of The Advocates' Society's Class Actions Practice Group, Paul-Erik Veel hosted the Class Actions Bench & Bar Networking Reception. The event brought together members of the class actions bench and bar for an informal evening of connection and discussion, offering opportunities to engage with judges and practitioners while gaining insights into recent developments and perspectives from the bench.
Paul-Erik Veel | November 26, 2025
Paul-Erik Veel and Jonathan Chen were invited to share their expertise at the OBA's 17th Annual Class Actions Colloquium. Paul-Erik and Jonathan discussed emerging issues in class actions law and practical tips for both plaintiff and defence counsel.
Paul-Erik Veel & Jonathan Chen | November 25, 2025
Aaron Grossman was invited to share his expertise on the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada's webinar series, Resilient Architect: Law and Practice. Aaron discussed common dispute resolution provisions in RAIC and CCDC contracts, examining how legal authorities interpret them and how statutory adjudication varies by province. He also covered key methods such as mediation, arbitration, and litigation, and their impact on outcomes across jurisdictions.
Aaron I. Grossman | November 25, 2025
Jonathan Chen was invited to share his expertise on the panel titled, Beyond Boolean: AI-Enhanced Research and Case Analysis on The Advocates' Society's program, Artificial Intelligence for Litigators: Next-Gen AI Tools in Action. Jonathan showcased Alexi, a legal AI platform, sharing how it’s evolved over the past year, its key use cases, and tips for getting the best results.
Jonathan Chen | November 20, 2025
Zachary Rosen was invited to chair the Canadian Bar Association program, Successful Advocacy Before Administrative Tribunals. The program covered best practices in mastering advocacy in administrative tribunals, which included opening and closing statements, cross-examinations, handling objections, adapting to self-represented parties, and navigating evidentiary and procedural nuances.
Zachary Rosen | November 20, 2025
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Risa Kirshblum was invited to participate as an instructor at The Advocates' Society's program titled, The Art of Examination-in-Chief. This program offered a range of techniques to help key witnesses tell compelling stories. Risa provided practical, individualized feedback on examination-in-chief methods.
Risa M. Kirshblum | November 19, 2025
Nicole Naglie and Derek Hooper authored an article published by the Ontario Bar Association, exploring the importance of attending examinations for discovery in wrongful dismissal cases and how repeated non-compliance can lead to pleadings being struck, while isolated incidents are less likely to result in such severe outcomes.
Nicole Naglie & Derek Hooper | November 17, 2025
Jordana Sanft was invited to share her expertise at the University of Toronto’s annual Patent Colloquium. Jordana presented on the panel titled, Utility and Sound Prediction.
Jordana Sanft | November 14, 2025
Risa Kirshblum was invited to share her expertise at Gluckstein Lawyer's Risky Business 2025 Conference. Risa discussed strategies to navigate the complex field of medical malpractice law on the panel, Defence Lawyer Collaboration.
Risa M. Kirshblum | November 13, 2025
Hosted by the University of Toronto’s Litigation Association, Madeleine Andrew-Gee and Mackenzie Faulkner led a moot demonstration and shared tips for success on delivering persuasive opening statements, responding effectively to bench questions, and managing challenging opponents with confidence.
Madeleine Andrew-Gee & Mackenzie Faulkner | November 11, 2025
Christopher Yung was invited to speak at the University of Toronto’s Asian-Identifying Lawyers Panel, hosted by their Asia Law Society. Christopher shared his experiences as an Asian lawyer and offered insights on diversity, representation, and career development within the Asian legal community.
Christopher Yung | November 10, 2025
Susannah Alleyne was invited to share her expertise on a keynote at the Canadian Association of Black Lawyer’s Conference. Susannah discussed how personal narratives can advance EDI in the legal profession by drawing on her experience as a former litigator, her IDEA leadership, and her storytelling skills.
Susannah S. Alleyne | November 7, 2025
Monique Jilesen was invited to share her expertise at the International Bar Association's Annual Conference in the session, Competing and Thriving: Can Small and Medium Size Law Firms Punch Above Their Weight Against International Legal Heavyweights? Monique discussed how small and mid-sized law firms can leverage collaboration, culture, networks, and technology to compete effectively with larger, global firms.
Monique Jilesen | November 5, 2025
Dan Malone was invited to share his expertise at the University of Ottawa's Litigation Workshop hosted by their Black Law Students Association. Dan discussed litigation strategy, oral advocacy techniques, and strategies in navigating complex cases through a social justice lens.
Dan Malone | November 4, 2025
Colin Johnston was invited to co-chair the Ontario Bar Association program, Regulation Of Healthcare Professionals: Current Trends And Emerging Issues In Law And Practice. The program covered recent developments affecting the regulation of health professionals and the legal practice. This includes the use of AI in healthcare and advocacy, regulation of political and public speech by healthcare professionals, and key updates in professional discipline proceedings.
Colin Johnston | October 24, 2025
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Nina Bombier was invited to share her expertise at the CPA Ontario Conference in the session, Professional Liability Claims: The Latest Legal Developments and Strategies for Protecting Against Professional Liability Risks. Nina discussed key legal developments in the scope of professional liability claims and shared strategies to best defend against such claims.
Nina Bombier | October 22, 2025
Monique Jilesen's presentation on The Advocates' Society's workshop, Evidence for Litigators 2023 was displayed on-demand during this year's Evidence for Litigators workshop.
Monique Jilesen | October 21, 2025
Adhi Reza interviewed Tom Power, host of Q on CBC, in a Fireside Chat exploring how the skills behind the art of interviewing and the practice of advocacy are not so different. Deep preparation as a prerequisite for spontaneity, active listening, storytelling, controlling the narrative, effective persuasion through authenticity, building rapport through empathy, and keeping composure under pressure are all key to expert advocacy and client service.
Adhi Reza | October 19, 2025
Jordana Sanft was invited to moderate the session, Redefining Deference: Implications for IP Professionals, at the IPIC 2025 Conference. Jordana led a discussion on the recent judicial shifts reshaping standards of review for administrative decisions. The session focused on the Supreme Court of Canada’s 2024 rulings in Auer and TransAlta, which favours a reasonableness standard for subordinate legislation.
Jordana Sanft | October 9, 2025
Andrew Moeser was invited to moderate the session, Dispute Finance and IP Insurance: Turning Litigation into an Asset, at the IPIC 2025 Conference. Andrew led a discussion on how litigation finance can unlock capital to pursue claims, support R&D, and turn litigation into an asset. The session also explored how IP insurance can help mitigate infringement liability risks.
Andrew Moeser | October 9, 2025
Rebecca Jones was invited to co-chair The Advocates' Society's program titled, Advocacy Hour: Objections. Rebecca led a discussion on building essential skills to confidently raise and respond to objections in court, helping litigators to think quickly and manage pressure in real time.
Rebecca Jones | September 26, 2025
Christopher Yung was invited to co-chair The Advocates' Society's program titled, 15th Annual Securities Symposium. Christopher led a discussion on the latest trends and topics in securities litigation, with a focus on evolving technologies, including artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency.
Christopher Yung | September 19, 2025
Derek Hooper and Liza Leshchynska were invited to share their expertise at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law's Youth Summer Program. Derek and Liza joined a litigation panel to offer insights on working in litigation and the journey to becoming a lawyer.
Derek Hooper & Liza Leshchynska | August 14, 2025
Monique Jilesen was invited to share her expertise at the American Bar Association Annual Meeting on a panel, CLE Showcase: It's a New World: The United States Supreme Court, and Canadian Perspectives. Monique discussed events and cases of interest related to the U.S. Supreme Court, examining their impact on courts, lawyers, and the rule of law. The panel also highlighted emerging issues and challenges across various areas of business litigation to criminal and international law.
Monique Jilesen | August 7, 2025
Jennah Khaled co-authored the article, "The Appellate Function and Standards of Review”, published by the Manitoba Law Journal. This article examines how standards of review structure the relationship between trial and appellate courts, and how they support key adjudicative goals such as fairness, efficiency, finality, and public trust in the legal system.
Jennah Khaled | August 5, 2025
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Sana Halwani was invited to share her expertise on a Copyright Master Class course, hosted by McGill University in partnership with the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC). In the session titled, Infringement and Defences to Infringement, Sana covered key issues such as types of infringement and common defences.
Sana Halwani | July 21, 2025
Andrew Moeser was invited to share his expertise on the Understanding Patents Course, hosted by McGill University in partnership with the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC). In the session titled, Cease and Desist Letters, Andrew provided insights on infringing acts and key considerations when drafting and sending cease and desist letters. He also participated in a Fireside Chat titled, Managing Settlement - Guidance on Managing Complex Patent Litigation.
Andrew Moeser | July 16, 2025
Lawrence Thacker, Risa Kirshblum, Monique Jilesen, Brendan Morrison, and Jonathan Chen participated as instructors at the 46th Annual Intensive Trial Advocacy Workshop (ITAW), hosted by Osgoode Professional Development. Jonathan McDaniel and Kate Costin also took part in ITAW, serving as Mock Expert Witnesses. This program gathered over 100 experts in advocacy skills training and guest speakers who are active members of the Bench and Bar. Attendees had the opportunity to develop and refine their advocacy skills.
July 7, 2025
Martin Brandsma was invited to moderate the panel Copyright & AI: Navigating the Creative Frontier as part of the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC)'s AI & IP Law Webinar Series. Martin led a discussion on the intersection of copyright law and artificial intelligence. The panel also explored the recent U.S. decisions involving copyright and AI, while examining its potential influence on Canadian legal frameworks.
Martin Brandsma | June 23, 2025
Katie Irwin was invited to share her expertise on a webinar, eDiscovery Foundations: A Primer on Electronic Discovery, hosted by The Sedona Conference. Katie provided insights into key terminology, the major stages of the eDiscovery lifecycle, and practical approaches on learning and career development in the eDiscovery industry.
Katie Irwin | June 17, 2025
Paul-Erik Veel was invited to share his expertise on the Canadian Justice program's session titled, NSICOP Legal Challenge. He discussed the constitutional and legal implications surrounding the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians Act (NSICOP Act), highlighting its impact on parliamentary privilege and democratic oversight. Representing the Canadian Constitution Foundation as an intervenor in the Supreme Court case, Paul-Erik explored the tension between national security and civil liberties, and raised concerns about the NSICOP Act’s potential to limit open parliamentary debate.
Paul-Erik Veel | June 16, 2025
Risa M. Kirshblum was invited to share her expertise at The Advocates' Society's program, Summer Trial Advocacy College. This two-day workshop helped participants sharpen their skills in civil trial advocacy through practice in case analysis, opening and closing statements, examination-in-chief and cross-examination.
Risa M. Kirshblum | June 12, 2025
Andrew Parley was invited to speak at FTI Consulting’s panel discussion on Digital Twins in Ontario’s Rail Projects. He offered a legal perspective on the use of digital twin technology in rail infrastructure, addressing the complexities of the current project delivery models and the progressive contracts used to deliver Ontario’s rail projects. The session also explored the benefits, risks, and best practices involved in making strategic technology investments that deliver non-negotiable enhancements to structures, systems, and processes.
Andrew Parley | June 10, 2025
Paul-Erik Veel was invited to share his expertise on Runnymede Radio's session titled, Veel: A Quantitative Analysis of the Supreme Court. He presented a quantitative analysis on the Supreme Court of Canada, including patterns on how they select cases, the volume and length of their decisions, and their output to judicial agreement.
Paul-Erik Veel | June 9, 2025
Susannah S. Alleyne was invited to speak on CBC's program, The Current, to discuss the future of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the legal profession. She shared her insights on the importance of institutional values, the need for authentic and sustained efforts, and the role of leadership in fostering inclusive environments.
Susannah S. Alleyne | June 5, 2025
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Jordana Sanft was invited to share her expertise at the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC)'s AI & IP Law Webinar Series. Jordana spoke on the panel, IP Litigation in the AI Era: Challenges and Strategies where she discussed how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of intellectual property litigation. The session covered both the opportunities and potential risks associated with using AI in trial preparation and during trial, while also addressing principles, practice directions, and professional obligations relating to its use at trial.
Jordana Sanft | June 4, 2025
Madison Robins authored the article, "Updating Marquard: A Proposal to Allow the Use of “Authoritative Literature” in the Cross-Examination of Experts," pulished by The Law Society of Saskatchewan's Adocates Quarterly Collection. In the article, Madison proposes expanding the trial judge’s gatekeeping role in the cross-examination of expert witnesses using authoritative literature.
Madison Robins | June 1, 2025
Sarah Millar, Katie Irwin, and the Digital Evidence & eDiscovery Working Group (“DEED”) prepared a submission to provide input on the proposed document discovery processes set out in the Ontario Civil Rules Review Phase 2 Consultation Paper.
Sarah Millar & Katie Irwin | May 30, 2025
Susannah S. Alleyne led an insightful conversation on retention and longevity for women in law at the 13th Annual Young Women in Law Charity Gala.
Susannah S. Alleyne | May 29, 2025
Brendan F. Morrison was invited to share his expertise at The Commercial Bar Association's North American and Offshore Meeting. Brendan spoke on the panel, Litigation in 2025: How Artificial Is Your Intelligence, where he discussed key developments in litigation and arbitration, as well as the emerging trends shaping the legal landscape.
Brendan F. Morrison | May 29, 2025
Tom Curry was invited to share his expertise at The Advocates' Society's Spring Symposium. Tom presented on the panel The Overhaul of the Rules of Civil Procedure in Ontario and Elsewhere.
Tom Curry | May 23, 2025
Rebecca Jones was invited to share her expertise at The Advocates' Society's program titled Working with Expert Witnesses. This program will cover key aspects of working with experts, including when to retain one, drafting an initial retainer letter, preparing witnesses for examinations, and qualifying and examining a witness at trial. Rebecca spoke on the topic Getting in Your Expert Evidence: Examination-in-Chief of an Expert.
Rebecca Jones | May 21, 2025
Adhi Reza spoke at the Legal Marketing Association’s post-Annual Conference webinar recapping key insights from the two keynote presentations. The first, Crafting Messages That Resonate: Lessons from Presidential Speechwriters on Connecting with Your Audience, featured Obama's former speechwriters, Cody Keenan and Terry Szuplat, who shared strategies for translating complex ideas into messages that resonate with broad audiences. The second, Forward Together: The Human Edge in an Era of Rapid Change, presented by Heather McGowan, explored how professionals can create meaningful impact by focusing on listening, building trust, and fostering psychological safety.
Adhi Reza | May 15, 2025
Madelaine McDonagh co-authored an article for the Journal of Commonwealth Law. The article critiques the UKSC’s decision in Fearn v Board of Trustees of the Tate Gallery and challenges the court’s departure from the traditional ‘physicalist’ understanding of nuisance.
Madelaine McDonagh | May 13, 2025
Tom Curry was invited to speak at the Law Society of Ontario's Civil Rules Review program. As major changes have been proposed to Ontario's Rules of Civil Procedure, Tom shared his expert insights on the panel, Practitioner Perspectives on the Reforms.
Tom Curry | May 12, 2025
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Jonathan Chen was invited to share his expertise at the Ontario Bar Association program, Your Essential Evidence Refresher. Jonathan provided expert insights on key principles such as admissibility, important evidentiary rules, and recent developments.
Jonathan Chen | April 24, 2025
Jaan Lilles and Brian Kolenda were invited to share their expertise at OsgoodePD's annual program on professional discipline hearings. Jaan discussed Assessing the Regulator’s Duties and Powers.
Jaan Lilles & Brian Kolenda | April 22, 2025
Susannah S. Alleyne was invited to present at the Ontario Bar Association program titled Call Forward Series: Promoting Equity and Allyship in Legal Workplaces. Susannah shared advice on how to build capacity as an ally and offered valuable insights on creating an inclusive environment within legal workplaces.
Susannah S. Alleyne | April 17, 2025
Paul-Erik Veel was invited to share his expertise at Osgoode Professional Development's 21st Annual National Class Actions Symposium. Paul-Erik participated in the panel titled Practical Applications of Technology in a Class Actions Practice, where he discussed topics such as practice directions from the courts on the use of AI, how litigators are integrating AI tools into their practices, the use of AI tools at large firms, and how Quebec law schools are incorporating AI into legal research.
Paul-Erik Veel | April 11, 2025
Matthew B. Lerner was invited to share his expertise at The Advocates' Society's program titled Mediation Strategies. Matt shared his top tips on how to effectively prepare for mediation and assess legal risks.
Matthew B. Lerner | April 9, 2025
2024 was another noteworthy year for class actions in Ontario and across the country. In our Class Actions Wrap-Up, Paul-Erik Veel, Jonathan Chen, and Arash Nayerahmadi highlight our top 10 class action decisions of 2024. These decisions reflect the most significant developments of the last year, and we expect they will set the tone for 2025.
Paul-Erik Veel, Jonathan Chen & Arash Nayerahmadi | April 9, 2025
Anna McAllister authored an article for The Quid Novi, published by the McGill University Faculty of Law, reflecting on her experience navigating the Toronto 2L Recruit and the factors that guided her decision to join Lenczner Slaght. In the piece, Anna shares insights into the challenges and learnings from the recruitment process, as well as the values and culture that ultimately drew her to the firm.