The Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador

Review of Lands Act Meeting
2015-03-23 17:30 - 19:30 (America/St_Johns) | Law Society Building, 3rd Floor, 196-198 Water St., St. John's , NL, Canada
Mr. Denis G. Barry, QC has been appointed as the Law Society’s representative on an Advisory Committee set up by the Minister of Municipal and Government Affairs to review the Lands Act. The scope of work is outlined in the Terms of Reference below.
There will be a series of public engagements commencing in St. John’s and moving throughout the island and Labrador. Any member may make individual representation to the Advisory Committee, and attend at any scheduled public engagement. The times and places of these engagements will be published shortly.
Members are invited to attend a meeting with Mr. Barry, QC to be held at the Law Society Building, 3rd Floor, 196-198 Water Street on Monday, 23 March 2015 at 5:30 pm to make any suggestions or proposals to amend the legislation, to enhance the application process, or to point out any situations or issues the Committee may take into consideration to make the Lands Act and its regulations and/or processes, current, expedient and less cumbersome.
If you plan to attend this meeting, please confirm your attendance via email to: erin.rowe@lawsociety.nf.ca.
Scope of Work – Advisory Committee – Lands Act Review

Benchers' Meeting
2015-02-09 09:30 - 17:00, 2014-12-08 09:30 - 17:00, 2014-10-03 09:30 - 17:00, 2014-06-06 09:30 - 14:00, 2014-04-07 09:30 - 15:00, 2013-12-09 09:30 - 15:00

Swearing In Chief Justice Whalen
2015-01-16 10:00 - 14:00
Invitation Swearing In Chief Justice Whalen January 16, 2015

Benchers' Christmas Reception
2014-12-04 16:00 - 18:00
The annual Benchers’ Christmas Reception is December 4, 2014 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm.
We hope that you can all join us to kick off the Christmas season!
Invitation

Swearing-In of Queen's Counsel
2014-11-28 10:00 - 14:00
The Swearing-In of Queen’s Counsel will take place at the Supreme Court Trial Division, Courtroom No. 1 on Friday, November 28, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.
Members newly appointed are Daniel M. Boone, William W.C. Boyd, Augustine F. Bruce, Wayne D. Chamberlain, Ronald A. Cole, Donald J. Gallant, Brenda B. Grimes, Heather M. Jacobs, Thomas J. Johnson, James E. Merrigan, Donovan F. Molloy, Sheilagh M. Murphy, Paul G. Noble, James C. Oakley, John V.B. O’Dea, Lorna A. Proudfoot, Adam J. Sparkes, Ellen E. M. Turpin, John L. Vivian, and D. Gordon Woodland.
Following the Ceremony, the Law Society will host a reception to be held on the 3rd Floor, Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s, NL.
Please RSVP by Friday, November 7th if you plan to attend the reception. The Law Society contact for this event is Erin Rowe who can be reached at 758-0814 or by email at erin.rowe@lawsociety.nf.ca.

Launch of New SS Daisy Publication
2014-11-22 14:00 - 16:00 | The Regional Arts Centre Building, Ferryland, NL, Canada
A Ferryland Merchant-Magistrate: The Journal and Cases of Robert Carter, Esq., J.P. Volume II 1841 – 1852
Where: The Regional Arts Centre Building, Ferryland
When: Saturday, November 22, 2014
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
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Canadian Institute for the Administration of Justice Annual Conference
2014-10-15 18:00 - 2014-10-17 17:00 | Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland, St. John's, NL, Canada
Conference Details
Conference Details (French)

Swearing-in Ceremony - Honourable Phyllis A. Harris
2014-07-15 11:00 - 14:00
The Administration of the Oaths of Office to The Honourable Phyllis A. Harris as Judge of the Provincial Court of Newfoundland and Labrador will take place on Tuesday, 15 July 2014 at 11:00 a.m.
The Ceremony will be held in Provincial Court, Courtroom No. 7, 4th Floor – Atlantic Place, 215 Water Street, St. John’s.
Following the Ceremony, a reception will take place at the Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s.
Members are invited and encouraged to attend the Ceremony and Reception.

Annual Dinner and Cocktail Reception
2014-06-06 19:00 - 2014-06-07 00:00
The Law Society’s Annual Dinner and Cocktail Reception will be held on the evening of Friday, June 6, 2014. We are excited to announce The Once as this year’s musical entertainment following the dinner.
Date: Friday, June 6, 2014
Location: Johnson Geo Centre, 175 Signal Hill Road, St. John’s
Cost: $100.00 per person($88.50 + $11.50 HST)
Cash Bar: 7:00 pm
Dinner: 7:30 pm
Entertainment: The Once
Dress: Dark Business Suit, Semi-formal
Members may register with Erin Rowe by telephone reservation (758-0814), by facsimile reservation (722-8902), electronic mail erin.rowe@lawsociety.nf.ca or by mailing the registration form.
Please register early as seating is limited.
Registration Form

Annual General Meeting
2014-06-06 14:00 - 17:00 | Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador, 196 - 198 Water Street, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1C 5M3, Canada

CLE Offering - Understanding and Effectively Using Financial Statements for Lawyers
2014-06-02 09:00 - 12:00
Brochure

CLE Offering - A Teamwork Approach to Law
2014-05-14 12:00 - 14:00
A Teamwork Approach to Law: A seminar and luncheon for Legal Assistants and Professional Support Staff

Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Time: 12:00 noon – 2:00 pm
Location: Law Society Building, 3rd Floor, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s, NL
Brochure

Swearing In - The Honourable George L. Murphy
2014-05-12 10:00 - 17:00
The Administration of the Oaths of Office to The Honourable George L. Murphy as Justice of the Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador (Happy Valley-Goose Bay) will take place on Monday, May 12, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.
The Ceremony will be held in the Supreme Court, Courtroom No. 1 at the Corner Brook Law Courts Building, 82 Mt. Bernard Avenue, Corner Brook.
Following the Ceremony, a reception will take place at the Glynmill Inn, 1B Cobb Lane, Corner Brook.
Members are invited and encouraged to attend the Ceremony and Reception.

Swearing In - The Honourable Lynn E. Cole
2014-04-11 11:00 - 17:00
The Administration of the Oaths of Office to The Honourable Lynn E. Cole as Judge of the Provincial Court of Newfoundland and Labrador will take place on Friday, April 11, 2014 at 11:00 a.m.
The Ceremony will be held in Provincial Court, Courtroom No. 2, 82 Mt. Bernard Avenue, Corner Brook
Following the Ceremony, a reception will take place at Jennifer’s, 48-50 Broadway
Members are invited and encouraged to attend the Ceremony and Reception.
Invitation

Swearing In - The Honourable Mark T. Linehan
2014-03-19 11:00 - 17:00
The Administration of the Oaths of Office to The Honourable Mark T. Linehan as Judge of the Provincial Court of Newfoundland and Labrador will take place on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at 11:00 a.m.
The Ceremony will be held in Provincial Court, Courtroom No. 7, 4th Floor – Atlantic Place, 215 Water Street, St. John’s.
Following the Ceremony, a reception will take place at the Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s.
Members are invited and encouraged to attend the Ceremony and Reception.

Swearing In - The Honourable Laura A. Mennie
2014-03-14 10:00 - 17:00
The Administration of the Oaths of Office to The Honourable Laura A. Mennie as Justice of the Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador (Corner Brook) will take place on Friday, March 14, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.
The Ceremony will be held in the Supreme Court, Courtroom No. 1 at the Corner Brook Law Courts Building, 82 Mt. Bernard Avenue, Corner Brook.
Following the Ceremony, a reception will take place at Jennifer’s Restaurant, Lower Level, 48-50 Broadway.
Members are invited and encouraged to attend the Ceremony and Reception.

Swearing In - The Honourable Brian F. Furey
2014-02-28 10:00 - 17:00
The Administration of the Oaths of Office to The Honourable Brian F. Furey as Justice of the Trial Division of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador will take place on Friday, February 28, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.
The Ceremony will be held in the Supreme Court, Courtroom No. 1 at the Court House, 309 Duckworth Street, St John’s.
Following the Ceremony, the Law Society and the Supreme Court will host a reception at the Law Society Office, 3rd Floor, Convocation Hall, 196-198 Water Street.
Members are invited and encouraged to attend the Ceremony and Reception.

Call to the Bar Ceremony & Reception
2014-02-14 10:00 - 17:00
The Call to the Bar Ceremony will be at 10:00 a.m., February 14, 2014 at the Supreme Court, Trial Division, Room 1.
The ceremony will follow at the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador, 196-198 Water St. on the 3rd floor.

Benchers' Meeting
2014-02-07 09:30 - 15:00 | Glynmill Inn, 1 Cobb Lane, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, A2H 2V3, Canada

Benchers' Reception
2013-12-05 16:00 - 18:00
Invitation
Please RSVP to Karen Rodgers (krodgers@lawsociety.nf.ca / 709-758-0814) by Friday, November 30th, 2013.

Issues in Employment and Labour Law Seminar
2013-11-21 09:00 - 13:00
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Queen's Counsel Reception
2013-11-15 10:00 - 13:00
QC Reception

Call to the Bar
2013-10-11 10:00 - 11:00

Managing High Conflict Disputes
2013-09-26 - 2013-09-27 | Comfort Inn, St. John's, NL, Canada
Flyer – Managing HCPs _26-27 Sep 13_
MANAGING HIGH CONFLICT DISPUTES
Sponsored by the ADR Atlantic Institute
Presented by:
MICHAEL LOMAX, Lawyer/Mediator
Thursday, September 26 – Friday, September 27, 2013
Comfort Inn, St. John’s, NL

SS Daisy Legal History Committee Booth at the Upcoming Canadian Association of Provincial Court Judges Convention
2013-09-12 - 2013-09-13
The SS Daisy Legal History Committee will have a display both at the upcoming Canadian Association of Provincial Court Judges convention. This booth will showcase the publications and prints the committee has available for purchase.
