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Ontario’s Judicial Appointments Advisory Committee is inviting applications for judicial positions in the Ontario Court of Justice across base court locations in Central West, Northeast, Northwest, & Toronto Regions. Applications are due Oct. 31. See the JAAC’s post here:

2/2 As of the same date, the Ontario Courts Public Portal will also replace the JSO portals for filing in OCJ family & child protection cases. Read the OCJ’s Notice to the Profession here: buff.ly/hoEXVTB

1/2 Reminder to Toronto litigators – as of Oct. 14, in Toronto Region, the Ontario Courts Public Portal will replace the JSO portals for filing in SCJ civil, family, small claims, Divisional Court, & enforcement proceedings. Read the SCJ’s Notice to the Profession here: buff.ly/04ggyPp

🍷🧀 Vancouver Wine and Cheese with the Bench is happening on October 30.

Hosted by our Young Advocates' Standing Committee, don’t miss this chance to connect, learn what judges want to see from junior counsel, and enjoy an evening of relaxed networking.

👉 Secure your spot today!
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TAS has responded to the Ontario Civil Rules Committee’s consultation re: potential amendments to the Rules to address AI-generated evidence. Read TAS’s letter: buff.ly/eXv87Qg

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TAS Members: #ICYMI the September 2025 edition of Advocates in Action is now online! ⚖️

This monthly newsletter keeps our members informed and engaged with TAS's important advocacy work throughout the year. #ByAdvocates4Advocates

Read it here: buff.ly/bcVIrHN

3/3 La Société remercie chaleureusement son avocate d'intervention, Sylvie Rodrigue, Ad. E., ainsi que Yael Bienenstock, Alexandra Hebert et Allyson Reid Taylor du cabinet Torys LLP, pour leur représentation de la Société dans cette affaire importante.

2/3 La Société a également demandé à la CSC l’autorisation de comparaître en personne à l'audience d'appel sur la Loi 21. Lisez la lettre de la Société, qui est soutenue par 27 autres intervenant(e)s, ici : buff.ly/wvKi9Wx

1/3 La Société a déposé son mémoire d'intervenante dans l'appel concernant la Loi 21 à la CSC, soutenant que les tribunaux ont compétence pour déclarer si une loi assujettie à la clause dérogatoire porte atteinte aux droits garantis par la Charte. Lisez notre mémoire : buff.ly/Tvgo8UH

3/3 TAS sincerely thanks our intervention counsel, Sylvie Rodrigue, Ad. E., Yael Bienenstock, Alexandra Hebert, & Allyson Reid Taylor at Torys LLP, for representing TAS in this important matter.

2/3 TAS has also requested the SCC’s permission to argue its intervention in person at the Bill 21 appeal hearing. Read TAS’s letter, which is supported by 27 other interveners, here: buff.ly/wvKi9Wx

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1/3 TAS has filed its intervener factum in the QC Bill 21 appeal at the SCC. TAS argues that courts have the power to declare whether a law subject to the notwithstanding clause infringes rights guaranteed by the Charter. Read TAS’s factum here: buff.ly/n3Nfw2Y

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🎙️New on #TASPod Friends Who Argue: Business Development for Litigators

Eric Sherkin sits down with Jane Southren & Kelly Osaka to discuss relationship-building strategies, how to balance bizdev with professional and personal responsibilities, & more.

Listen now: buff.ly/qdFbYJP

✨ Looking for mentorship to guide your early years of practice?
Join us at Peel Judges Speed Mentoring for an evening of professional insights, career strategies, and meaningful connections.

🤝 Learn directly from local judges
💡 Gain valuable advice for your career path

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We’re at the Kingston & The 1000 Islands Legal Conference today and tomorrow! ⚖️
Stop by our booth to say hello, learn more about what’s coming up at TAS — and enter for a chance to win our prize! 🎉

🏆 Call for Nominations: The John P. Nelligan Award for Excellence in Advocacy

The Advocates’ Society is now accepting nominations for the John P. Nelligan Award, honouring the legacy of the late John P. Nelligan, Q.C., LSM.

Submit your nomination here: buff.ly/kgYVyWF
Deadline: November 11, 2025

2/2 TAS thanks our intervention counsel, Lillian Pan, KC and Kelly Osaka at Dentons Canada LLP in Calgary, for representing TAS in this important matter.

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1/2 The Court of Appeal of Alberta has granted TAS leave to intervene in the appeal of Piikani Nation v. McMullen, concerning the principles governing conflicts of interest between lawyers and former near clients. Read TAS’s application for leave to intervene here: buff.ly/FGEtbia

🎉 Il arrive à grands pas! Le 7e Gala annuel de la Société des plaideurs est cette semaine

Nous avons hâte de vous voir ce jeudi 25 septembre au majestueux Théâtre St-James à Montréal.

✨ Préparez-vous à une soirée d'élégance, de collégialité et d'inspiration.

À très bientôt !

The Mid-Career Advocates' Fall Social returns on October 22!

Hosted by MASC, this casual event is the best way to catch up with colleagues and connect 🥂✨

Bonus: Say ‘hi!’ to some of our Big Chill Chairs and get a sneak peek at what’s to come at this exciting conference! ❄️

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FYI Ontario securities litigators – the Capital Markets Tribunal has amended its Rules of Procedure. Read the notice: buff.ly/eroTgIi

The Ontario SCJ’s new website has published 2024 data for civil, criminal, family, & small claims court matters. TAS believes the collection & publication of data about court operations is essential to improving the justice system. See the data here: buff.ly/186RI4x

Toronto civil & family litigators – on Tuesday, September 16 from 10:30-12:00, attend a free virtual training session about the SCJ & OCJ’s new digital justice solution, which goes live for civil & family matters in the Toronto region in October 2025. Register here: buff.ly/UfkIZpd

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TAS has responded to the BCSC’s recent consultation about how to improve the timeliness and efficiency of civil and family chambers hearings. Read TAS’s submission here: buff.ly/ESkAQ0e

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🍂 TAS Members: The Fall issue of The Advocates’ Journal is now online!

This issue features Justice Renee Pomerance on civility, mediation insights, cross-examination tips, and more.

Sign in to your TAS account to read it: buff.ly/I3NHh1W #TASJournal

🎉 Congratulations to Nadia Effendi, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, the 2025 recipient of The Catzman Award for Professionalism and Civility!

We are proud to recognize Nadia for her outstanding contributions and leadership in the legal community.

Learn more about the Catzman award here: buff.ly/CmTsSbh

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📢 TAS Student members! Keeping Tabs is launching a Student Corner & we want to hear from you. Share insights, experiences, or creativity in written or video format. Contact Emily Dishart (edishart@jml.ca) or Arian Monadjem (amonadjem@powelllitigation.com) to learn more! View KT: buff.ly/cOBiw8S

🍁 New season. New connections. Join us for a vibrant evening with fellow young advocates!

The Young Advocates’ Fall Social is back September 18, and it's the time to meet people who share your passion for law—and who may become colleagues, mentors, or friends.

🌟 Don't miss it!

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Calgary’s advocacy community is gathering on September 25!

The Young Advocates’ Standing Committee invites you to the Calgary Bench & Bar for an evening of connection with advocates of all vintages and members of the judiciary.

📍 Calgary Petroleum Club

Don’t miss out!
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Thank you to TAS’s intervention counsel, Brendan MacArthur-Stevens, Casey Stiemer, & Brooke Mantei of Blakes in Calgary, for representing TAS in this important appeal. #TASProud