Weekly
Bulletin [2009.08.11]
The
Law Society of the Northwest Territories
Contents
1. Trial
Advocacy 2009: REGISTER NOW!
2. Regulation:
Trust Account Declarations Due
3. Rules Amended: Client
ID
4. CBA: LPAC has a new look!
5. CBA-CLE: Keys
to Productivity
6. CLE Lunch & Learn:
Jurimetrics
7. Northwest Territories Courts
- Notice
8. Justice Binnie, Presidents' Dinner -
Save the Date
Trial
Advocacy:
REGISTER NOW!
You can now register for the 2009 Intensive Trial Advocacy program. There is limited space for this program, so register early. Download the brochure and registration form now! Registration forms are also available at the Law Society office.
This fall, September 30 - October 3, the court is your classroom. Test your advocacy skills before administrative tribunals. Get one-on-one mentoring from senior lawyers and judges, develop your courtroom and hearing presence, and explore every aspect of trial and hearing work: civil, criminal and administrative.
Fine-tune your professional skills with seminars and events by Eugene Meehan, QC (Ottawa), Laura K. Stevens, QC (Edmonton), Julia K. Hannaford (Toronto), Shelley L. Miller, QC (Edmonton), Molly Nabor-Sykes (Calgary), Susan T. Cooper (Iqaluit), and more.
Regulation:
Trust Account Declarations are Due
Members' annual updates regarding trust accounts are due September 1, 2009 . If you have not already, please complete the required information.
Members with open/active trust accounts must submit a Form V: "Certificates of Member or Accountant". Those without trust accounts must submit a Statutory Declaration indicating so.
The required forms are available online at www.lawsociety.nt.ca. If you are uncertain whether you have or have not submitted the required form, please contact the Law Society.
Rules Amended: Client ID
The Law Society Executive has ordered the amendment of the rules regarding Client Identification and Verification. The amendment brings the regulation into line with the national rule while maintaining the context. Of particular note is the definition list of guarantors (by profession). The amendments are available in the PDF below:
http://www.lawsociety.nt.ca/Portals/0/pdf/Rules
/PartV1_ClientIDAmendment_150709.pdf
LPAC Has a New Look!
The CBA's Legal Profession Assistance Conference has recently unveiled its new website. Take some time to visit the new online home of LPAC.
As always, lawyers needing assistance should never hesitate to call the LPAC National 24-hour hotline at 1-800-667-5722.
Online CLE:
Keys to Productivity
Tuesday, September 15, 2009 - 9:00-10:30am (MT)
Law firms today face pressures to reduce their investments in programs aimed at employee engagement and improving performance, even as stress and uncertainty associated with economic downturn tend to decrease productivity. Fortunately, there are proven tactics that don’t cost anything to implement. This webinar is designed for practice group leaders, partners, professional development and human resources personnel to introduce the ‘three levels of listening’ that can significantly increase engagement; recognize the value of a ‘feedback culture’; analyze how powerful stories and progress can build pride in the job and the firm; explain the power of effective collaboration; and evaluate how appreciation can make employees feel more valued. Join us to find out how you can sustain employee engagement in challenging times.
Click here for more information.
As an alternative, the CBA-NWT Branch invites all CBA members to view this CLE in the LSNT Boardroom. Watch these bulletins for details.
Lunch & Learn:
Jurimetrics - Secrets to Efficient Computer Searching
Wednesday, September 16, 2009 - 12:00pm
Ian Rennie provides valuable techniques for researching the law online. From everyday searches using Google to involved legal searches on CanLII and similar online tools, Mr. Rennie shows us optimum methods for getting the most out of databases and search engines.
Save the date and watch these bulletins for details.
NOTICE:
Northwest Territories
Courts
Due to scheduling conflicts for the week of September 21, 2009, Supreme Court regular Family Chambers and PAFVA/Confirmation Hearings will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 @ 10:00am and regular Civil Chambers will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 @ 2:00pm.
Save the Date:
Justice Binnie @ Presidents' Dinner
On Saturday, September 12, join us in welcoming the Hon. Justice W. Ian Binnie, Supreme Court of Canada, at the annual Presidents' Dinner.
Justice Binnie has also graciously agreed to give a talk. Be sure to attend this very special lunch-hour event on Friday, September 11.
Mark your calendars and watch these bulletins for details! Tickets will be available soon. Space is limited, so purchase early.
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