Event Type: External Event

The Advocates’ Society

How can you design sound strategies, develop strong evidentiary records, and craft compelling arguments in construction disputes?

For answers to these questions and much more, join The Advocates’ Society live online for their biannual Construction Litigation advocacy program on May 7!

Hear directly from judges, arbitrators, adjudicators and leading practitioners on how to succeed in construction disputes. Gain practical procedural tips and tricks for the construction litigator, strategies for navigating common evidentiary issues, and much more.

Registration includes educational materials, which will be provided prior to the program. Registration also includes access to the live webcast recording for 30 days from the date the link is sent to you.

Pallett Valo Speaker:

Neeta Sandhu, Lawyer

Location:

Online

CPD Hours:

This program contains 0.5 Professionalism Hour(s) and is eligible for up to 3.0 Substantive Hours.

Pricing:

TAS Members: Regular: $290.00 + Tax | Discount: $217.50 + Tax* (please see below)
Non-members: Regular: $430.00 + Tax | Discount: $322.50 + Tax* (please see below)

*The Advocates’ Society is pleased to offer a 25% discount on this program for all lawyers who practise as sole practitioners, or in firms smaller than 5 lawyers, and government lawyers (including lawyers who work for legal aid clinics).

TAS Members save up to $100 on half-day programs and up to $200 on programs with a skills workshop.

Peel Law Association

This session will cover injunctions, with a focus on Mareva Orders.

The following topics will be discussed:

• Review of the test and the caselaw
• Requirement for an undertaking regarding damages
• Appeal routes
• Professional conduct considerations including giving notice

Pallett Valo Speaker:

Scott Price, Partner

Date:

May 21, 2024

Time:

5:00pm – 7:00pm

Location:

Hybrid – PLA Library and Zoom

Program Price:

PLA Member: $75* | Non-Member: $100*

Accreditation

This session will contain a total of 2 substantive hours toward the Law Society of Ontario – Continuing Professional Development requirements (CPDs).

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Ontario General Contractors Association

The OGCA Construction Symposium continues to attract a full spectrum of attendees from the ICI construction industry – from C-suite to on-site with delegates representing all areas of the industry.

Pallett Valo partner Maria Ruberto will be a panelist on the following OGCA Construction Symposium Business Sessions: Surety Royal Rumble: So, you want the SURETY to pay YOU? Tips for GC’s submitting performance bond claims. Panelists will discuss best practices and advice for General Contractors who are looking to claim on a sub-trade’s performance bond. They will share the “do’s and don’ts” when submitting bond claims to ensure smooth experiences with the product. Legal experts will be joined by a prominent general contractor to challenge all perspectives and generate meaningful and practical conversation.

Pallett Valo Speaker:

Maria Ruberto, Partner

Business Session:

Surety Royal Rumble: So, you want the SURETY to pay YOU? Tips for GC’s submitting performance bond claims

Session Dates & Times:

April 11: 9-10am

April 12: 9-10am

Location:

Blue Mountain Resort and Conference Centre

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Join SABA Toronto on March 2, 2024 as they celebrate International Women’s Day with their 4th annual symposium.

In keeping with the U.N.’s theme for 2024, “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress”, SABA will be having a full day of uplifting and inspiring sessions with distinguished speakers. SABA warmly welcomes all women, non-binary, and gender diverse lawyers at all stages of their careers to attend this unique opportunity and connect with fellow colleagues.

Pallett Valo Panelist:

Sudevi Mukherjee-Gothi, Partner

Law Society of  Ontario

The Law Society of Ontario’s annual Real Estate Law Summit is where you always find a comprehensive examination of the information you need for today’s changing economy and real estate market.

Their presenters will guide you through a wide variety of topics so you can handle transaction obstacles adeptly, while you maintain your personal (and practice’s) well-being. Don’t miss out on this essential program designed to ensure you are up-to-date to successfully practice in this area.

• What’s new in real estate fraud and how social engineering is used by fraudsters
• Get a primer on municipal law
• Gain useful tips on marketing your real estate practice and your professional profile
• Understand your responsibilities when dealing with conflicts of interest
• Learn about environmental clauses in agreements – understand liability and avoid drafting pitfalls
• Obtain insights on the latest trends in the real estate market

Date:

April 16 – 17

Pallett Valo Speakers (April 16):

Alan Kay, Partner
Marc Whiteley, Partner

Location:

In-Person: Donald Lamont Learning Centre, 130 Queen Street West, Toronto
or Live Webcast

CPD Hours:

9h Substantive / 2h Professionalism / 1h EDI Professionalism

OBA | Business Law Program

On January 22, 2024, Bill C-42 (An Act to amend the Canada Business Corporations Act) will come into effect, creating a publicly accessible beneficial ownership registry of privately held federally incorporated companies. This will require certain federal corporations to make public specific information regarding their beneficial owners. In recent years, several Canadian jurisdictions, including Ontario, have adopted similar legislation requiring “transparency registers” with the stated goal of improving transparency as part of the government’s efforts to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and tax evasion.

Join our expert panel as they provide practical guidance and insights on:

• New reporting requirements for federally incorporated companies
• Which businesses are subject to the new reporting requirements for federally incorporated companies?
• What information must be disclosed pursuant to these requirements?
• Penalties for Non-compliance
• Who can access the register?
• Requirements for provincially incorporated companies
• Similarities and differences between Federal and Ontario regimes

Register now to ensure that you are up-to-date on these important federal and provincial requirements.

Pallett Valo Speaker:

Andreea Muth, Partner

Time:

12:00pm – 1:30pm

Location:

Online

Program Price:

CBA Member: $60* | CBA Student Member: $32* | Non-Member: $110*
*plus applicable taxes

Accreditation

This program contains 1.5h of Substantive Content.

Osgoode Professional Development

In the face of ongoing market uncertainty, the highly technical laws and rules governing construction liens in Ontario are increasingly difficult to navigate in a timely and proper manner.

To protect your client interests in this challenging area – and to avoid costly missteps – you must keep current on the latest in law and practice.

Developed for experienced industry professionals and legal advisors, this intensive program will give you a practical understanding of how to navigate the technical elements and legal and practice changes impacting construction liens processes in Ontario.

You will learn the latest insights and tips from a multidisciplinary faculty of legal practitioners and decision-makers who preside over construction matters. You will work through the anatomy and mechanics of liens and the lien trial process and you will learn best practices and which tactics to use – or avoid – in your lien matters.

Pallett Valo Speakers:

Cathy DiMarco, Partner
Maria Ruberto, Partner

Date:

February 21

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The Advocates’ Society

Tricks of the Trade is “THE” annual conference for the personal injury bar, addressing current challenges for both plaintiff and defence counsel.

The agenda is jam-packed with this year’s most practical and noteworthy topics. You will gain key updates on recent decisions, timely advocacy tips, and the latest guidance on practice and procedure for personal injury litigators.

Guest of honour,  The Hon. Chief Justice Geoffrey Morawetz, will be discussing the latest efforts of the Bench and Bar to solve delay in the civil justice system, and much more.

Pallett Valo Co-chair:

Sudevi Mukherjee-Gothi, Partner

Time:

8:50am – 4pm

Location:

The Carlu, 444 Yonge Street, 7th Floor, Toronto ON

Osgoode Professional Development

Construction projects are more complex than ever, and all stakeholders face numerous challenging risks and obligations. A comprehensive understanding of key legal issues and potential exposures in this high‑stakes area is essential.

New National Edition* – 5 days of targeted and practical learning. In this intensive certificate course, join 30+ senior legal and construction professionals to learn what you need to know about crucial construction law concepts, from contract formation to dispute resolution. Developed for the construction industry and legal professionals, this information-packed and highly practical program will highlight real-world situations to enhance learning and provide ample opportunity for questions and class discussion. *This program now offers select regional breakout sessions for Eastern and Western Canada.

You will develop a solid understanding of the core legal issues impacting construction projects, and you will emerge better equipped to minimize exposure to costly risk.

Pallett Valo Speaker:

Cathy DiMarco, Partner

Dates:

November 1, 2, 3, 6, 7

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The Advocates’ Society

Advocates from across the country continue to work toward achieving equity, diversity and inclusion in their practices and in legal institutions. We come from different places, are at varying ages and stages, and bring diverse experiences. And we have more we can learn.

Join the Advocates’ Society on October 5th, for the sixth year of their Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for Litigators program. This year’s program will be live online, featuring a series of practical panel discussions with litigators from across the country, each focusing on a different aspect of EDI and advocacy. This is a welcome learning environment for everyone.

Registration includes educational materials, which will be provided prior to the program. Registration also includes access to the live webcast recording for 30 days from the date the link is sent to you.

Pallett Valo Facilitator:

Sudevi Mukherjee-Gothi, Partner

Time:

1pm – 4pm

Location:

Online

Program Price Per Session:

TAS Members: $179* | Non-members: $299*
*plus applicable taxes

Accreditation

This program contains 3.0 EDI Professionalism Hours.

The Advocates’ Society

Building Blocks: Examinations for Discovery series was developed by leading litigators and Advocates’ Society Excellence in Teaching Award winners Sandra Barton and Tom Curry, in consultation with members of our Young Advocates’ Standing Committee. This interactive and practical series will help take your examinations for discovery to the next level.

Block One will be held on October 11, 2023, Block Two will be on November 14, 2023, and Block Three on December 12, 2023. Block Four, the learning-by-doing skills workshop, will be held on January 16, 2024. Click here to learn more about the program.

When it comes to examinations for discovery, failing to prepare, is preparing to fail.

Block One: Theory, Strategy and Preparation

Find out how to properly plan for discovery and strategically use every step of the process to your advantage.

Get to know the rules and objectives of the discovery process, how to develop a winnable theory and strategy, and receive practical tips for preparing yourself and your witness for discovery.

You will also have the chance to participate in a small group breakout session, facilitated by a leading practitioner, to help you develop an effective examination strategy and roadmap for discovery.

In preparation for the session, you will be asked to review and evaluate a case file from the perspective of either the plaintiff or the defendant. You will then work with your peers in small groups to develop a plan for getting the most out of the discovery process. This exercise will encourage critical thinking and active participation in a safe and supportive learning environment and is intended to help you get the most out of the program.

Topics Include:

• The Rules of Discovery: What You Need to Know
• Assessing Your Case: Developing a Winnable Theory and Strategy
• Preparing Yourself for Discovery: How to Ensure You Are Prepared
• Preparing Your Witness for Discovery: Understanding Your Obligations and Best Practices

Our building block sessions can be registered for individually or as a bundle (saving you up to 30% off the series!). Sign up for the bundle HERE.

Registration includes educational materials, which will be provided prior to the program. Registration also includes access to the live webcast recording for 30 days from the date the link is sent to you.

Pallett Valo Speaker:

Sudevi Mukherjee-Gothi, Partner

Time:

1pm – 4pm

Location:

Online

Program Price Per Session:

TAS Members: Regular: $269.00 + Tax | Discount: $201.75 + Tax*
Non-Members: Regular: $399.00 + Tax | Discount: $299.25 + Tax*

*The Advocates’ Society is pleased to offer a 25% discount on this program for all lawyers who practise as sole practitioners, or in firms smaller than 5 lawyers, and government lawyers (including lawyers who work for legal aid clinics).

Accreditation

This program contains 1.0 Professionalism Hour and is eligible for up to 2.0 Substantive Hours.