Event Type: External Event

Osgoode Professional Development

Today’s construction projects are highly complex and present numerous and challenging risks to all stakeholders. A comprehensive understanding of the key issues and potential liability 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.

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.

*This program now offers select regional breakout sessions for Eastern and Western Canada.

Pallett Valo Speakers:

Cathy DiMarco, Partner (day 3)
Anna Esposito, Partner (day 5)

Dates:

February 3, 10, 16, 24 and March 3

Location:

Online – live

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Knocking Down the Walls – Building Gender Equality in Law

Women in Law Summit Canada is a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates, empowers, and supports women leaders in the legal profession to reach their goals. 

Featuring panel discussions, keynote presentations, fireside chats and interactive networking to enable women in law to thrive at all stages of their careers, this event aims to promote gender diversity and allyship, encourage women to break barriers in law, and support the next generation of legal talent with meaningful connection. 

Pallett Valo Chair:

Sudevi Mukherjee-Gothi, Partner

Time:

8am -5pm

Program Price:

Individual Pass: $699 | Team of 3: $1,889 | Team of 5: $2,969

CPD Hours:

This conference has been approved for 4 hours and 10 minutes of Professionalism Content and 40 minutes of EDI Professionalism Content by the Law Society of Ontario.

Location:

Arcadian Court Toronto
401 Bay Street, Simpson Tower, 8th floor
Toronto, ON M5H 2Y4

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Peel Law Association

Learn about what takes place on the other side of the Bench!

Join the Peel Law Association’s event to hear their speakers talk about their experiences transitioning from lawyers to members of the Judiciary. They will touch upon their new duties as part of the Judiciary, what training they had to undertake for their new roles, and what it is really like to be a judge.

Pallett Valo Moderator:

Scott Price (PLA Treasurer), Partner

Time:

5pm -6:30pm

Program Price:

PLA Member: $50* | Non-Member: $75*
*Includes HST

CPD Hours:

This session will contain 1.5 Substantive Hours toward the Law Society of Ontario – Continuing Professional Development requirements (CPDs).

Location:

Online with Zoom

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The Advocates’ Society

In litigation, body language can speak louder than words. Effective advocates know how to use their voice and body language to engage and persuade in both the boardroom and the courtroom. Attend this popular program and discover what nonverbal techniques convey credibility and confidence to clients, opposing counsel, and the trier of fact.

The plenary program will be held on June 1 and the learning-by-doing skills workshop will be held on the same day. There are two registration options: (1) plenary + workshop or (2) plenary only.

Please view The Advocates’ Society website for detailed workshop information and pricing.

Pallett Valo Speaker:

Sudevi Mukherjee-Gothi, Partner

Topic:

Powerful Nonverbal Communication in the Courtroom

Time:

9:00AM – 4:00PM

Location:

The Advocates’ Society 2700-250 Yonge Street Toronto and Optional Webcast (ET)