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The Law Society
of the Northwest Territories
Main Floor; 5004 - 50th Avenue
P.O. Box 1298
Yellowknife, NT
X1A 2N9
TEL: (867) 873-3828
FAX: (867) 873-6344
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CONTENTS:
1. CBA-NT: Law Week
2. Professional and Personal Assistance
3. UPCOMING MEETINGS
4. LUNCH & LEARN SEMINARS
5. NATIONAL CPD OPPORTUNITIES
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CBA-NT YOUNG LAWYERS
This is Law Week
CBA-NT's Young Lawyers take to the streets to promote Law Week, the annual event celebrating the signing of Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Bake Sale & Information Booth
April 10 - The bake sale was a great success. Thanks to all those who volunteered their time. This year's sale was accompanied by the "Legal Information" booth, with two tables filled with information. The booth received much attention - a special thank you Jeannette Savoie for her piloting efforts. Watch for the next Arctic Obiter for more details.
Courthouse Tour
April 14 - The Yellowknife Courthouse opens its doors for a tour of the courts. The public will be able to get a detailed look at how the court system works. They will also be able to talk to a Court Reporter and a Sheriff.
Photo & Essay Contest
Prizes are up for grabs in a poster and essay contest this week. Yellowknife's Sidedoor Youth Centre and all the schools will be participating. A big thank you to the Law Foundation for its contribution of prize money.
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Help, when you need it most...
Active members will be receiving new membership cards as part of their annual renewals. Keep it handy. The Law Society and CBA-NT have joined together to provide free, confidential help for all members. From financial woes to health problems to stress, a listening ear and guidance is just a phonecall away. Use the number found on the reverse of your membership card, or keep the number below in a handy place:
1-800-663-1142
This service is free and confidential. It is available to all members of the Law Society, their staff members and their family. Help really is just a call away.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
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Legal Ethics & Practice Committee
Tuesday, April 20, 2010 - 12:00pm
Law Society Boardroom
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 19
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Women Lawyers Forum
Tuesday, April 27, 2010 - 12:00pm
Law Society Boardroom
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 26
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LUNCH & LEARN SEMINARS
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Dealing with Difficult Clients
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - 12:00pm
Law Society Boardroom
This event is brought to you by the CBA-NT Young Lawyers Section.
Registration: $25.00 (non-members)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: April 19
Clients, both yours and opposing, can pose challenges in any area of practice. From simple misunderstandings to deliberate obstructions, it can often be a strenuous task to achieve your goals as counsel. Join Katherine Peterson (Peterson Stang) and Karan Shaner (GNWT Justice) as they explore various types of clients and the best ways to handle and communicate with them. Share your experiences and get tips on dealing with difficult clients.
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Arbitration 101: Family Status
Wednesday, May 5, 2010 - 12:00pm
Champagne Room (Yellowknife)
This event is brought to you by the CBA-NT Labour & Employment Law Section.
Registration: $25.00 (non-members)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 3
NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM APRIL 12.
The scope of “Family Status” as an enumerated ground of discrimination is yet to be clearly defined in the NWT and in many other Canadian jurisdictions. Join Alberta Arbitrator Allen Ponak for a presentation on this emerging ground of discrimination, with a special focus on the aspect of parental obligations.
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The Effective Use of Prior Inconsistent Statements
Friday, June 4, 2010 - 12:00pm
Champagne Room (Yellowknife)
This event is brought to you by the CBA-NT Criminal Law Section.
Registration: $25.00 (non-members)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 2
The successful use of a prior inconsistent statement can be a key aspect to your ultimate success at trial. Unfortunately, failure to correctly put a prior inconsistent statement to a witness can not only result in frustration, but a successful objection for your opponent and a potential gap in your overall trial strategy. Justice Charbonneau and Justice Schuler of Supreme Court of the NWT will present a lunch & learn CLE on the procedures related to the use of prior inconsistent statements in cross-examination of witnesses.
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NATIONAL CPD OPPORTUNITIES
All members are encouraged to participate in online events by CBA National. Please visit the CBA links provided for details. CBA-NT Members are invited to the Law Society Boardroom to participate in select online events provided by the CBA and CBA-BC. Please register by the dates listed below.
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This email has been sent out as part of the membership communication efforts of the Law Society of the Northwest Territories. The Weekly Bulletin is emailed every Tuesday to provide members with important news and information. Notices regarding the Arctic Obiter, the Law Society's newsletter, are released once a month. This mailing list is used exclusively by the Law Society of the Northwest Territories. This list is shared, on occasion, with the Northwest Territories Branch of the Canadian Bar Association under a working contract. It is not sold or otherwise distributed to any other party for any reason.
If you believe this email is being delivered to an incorrect address, or if you have any questions or concerns, please email communications@lawsociety.nt.ca.
For more information, visit the Law Society website:
www.lawsociety.nt.ca
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