As of November 4, 2015, former Prime Minister Stephen Harper, has formally resigned along with his cabinet; to be replaced by a Liberal majority led by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Of particular interest to our legal community is incoming Justice … Continue reading
Alternative fee arrangements (AFAs) are nothing new with Simon Chester, an independent consultant, formerly a partner at Heenan Blaikie, stating, “We’ve been predicting since the early ‘90s the absolutely imminent demise of the billable hour.” Although, he said that in … Continue reading
You would be hard pressed to convince the ambassadors of the 99% currently occupying cities around the world that Bay Street lawyers are feeling their collective frustration and disenfranchisement. Maybe that’s a stretch. But many associates who hit their senior … Continue reading
Uncertainty and law may seem to repel one another, but some lawyers are built for a bit of uncertainty in their life. Some even seek it out. Though it is rarely perceived as a willful act, many lawyers have taken … Continue reading
1) It’s What’s on the Outside That Counts Think that your “nothing lower than a B+” transcript will be your meal ticket forever? Think again. Sure you may be bright and really, really nice – but an un-pressed suit and … Continue reading
Fit is the “IT” word in human resources and business right now, ‘Will a new hire fit with our company, our corporate culture?’ When hired for a job whether at a Partner or Associate level you are hired for your technical abilities, but also for a perceived fit within the company. Continue reading
For many law firm associates, at least a few moments of the distracted thought which rounds off their billables is spent considering whether they are at the right firm. But often the curiosity is smothered by the view that all … Continue reading
To move in-house can be a daunting challenge for some, there are different expectations of legal counsel, and reporting structures vary not only from private practice, but also between companies. It is easy to feel anxious about potential issues, or … Continue reading
In October 2013, the provincial law societies and the Barreau du Quebec signed the new, “National Mobility Agreement of 2013,” that will serve to replace all prior mobility agreements formulated, either by Quebec or the provincial law societies. The hopes … Continue reading
In the age of the “selfie” you and your online persona are everywhere and as a lawyers that is just as true, in some cases more so. The internet is plagued with stories of those who have had job opportunities … Continue reading
