Well Being in the Legal Profession Week - Including Daily Free Sessions
2025-05-12 - 2025-05-16 | Online
CLIA is co-hosting Well-Being in the Legal Profession Week, May 12th to 16th with daily, free hour-long webinars from 3:30-4:30pm (NL Time). Building on the theme of the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Mental Health Week of Unmasking Mental Health and the results of the National Study on the Health and Wellness Determinants of Legal Professionals in Canada. Register for each webinar individually. Note that the webinars will be provided in both French and English and registration is limited to 1000 registrants.
May 12th: Bena Stock – Well-Being in the Legal Profession – Concrete Strategies for Positive Change (Perfectionism)
This webinar addresses legal practitioners’ unique mental health challenges and provides evidence-based strategies to enhance well-being while maintaining professional excellence. Designed specifically for lawyers navigating the demands of modern legal practice, this program transforms theoretical wellness concepts into practical applications for the legal environment. This interactive webinar includes practical exercises, case studies drawn from legal practice scenarios, and actionable takeaways that can be immediately implemented in your professional environment.
Click to register for Well-Being in the Legal Profession: Concrete Strategies for Positive Change

May 13th: Dr. Judy Jaunzems-Fernuk – Mental Health, Well-being, and Issues Facing Law Students/Young Lawyers:
Join us for a conversation about law student mental health and well-being, featuring insights from the College of Law’s wellness initiatives. This session will explore common challenges students face, how supports are provided, and why building a culture of well-being in legal education matters for the future of the profession. Judy, the College’s Well-being Coordinator, will also infuse strategies and supports for mental health and well-being in general that can support personal and workplace well-being.
Click to register for Mental Health, Well-Being and Issues Facing Law Students/Young Lawyers

May 14th: Richard Martin –Mindful Business Charter
We all know the concerns around mental health in the legal profession. Many of the measures to address it are either about supporting people in distress or encouraging them to be more resilient rather than addressing the causes of the distress. The Mindful Business Charter (MBC) is a movement of law firms and their clients aiming to reduce unnecessary stressors in the workplace. In this session, CEO Richard Martin provides practical concrete examples of how the MBC can be applied in any workplace. You will also learn more about the MBC and how to get involved with the valuable work they are doing to create a healthier profession for the future.
Click to register for The Mindful Business Charter

May 15th: Ryann Peyton – Well-Being is a Team Sport
We often think of well-being as an individual problem, solvable with simple fixes such as doing more yoga, drinking more water, getting more rest, and setting boundaries. Yet the research continues to show that personal solutions are not enough to combat the systemic, structural, and cultural elements of the legal profession that keep people unwell. If lawyers don’t take care of each other…who will? The responsibility for driving well-being change in the legal profession is on all of us. Incorporating actionable and replicable goals and strategies to drive true culture change, this presentation will explore how a community-based approach to lawyer well-being can remove the often artificial, unnecessary, and outmoded barriers that prevent legal professionals from being able to perform at their best.
Click to register for Well-Being is a Team Sport

Digital Forensics for Attorneys – Part 1 & 2
2025-05-16 08:30 - 12:30, 2025-06-06 08:30 - 12:30, 2025-06-20 08:30 - 12:30 (America/St_Johns)
Credits: 4 CPD Hours
Duration: 4 Hours
Cost: $500 per person
Proof of completion will be provided at the end of the course.
An in-depth exploration of the technical aspects of digital forensics, including real case studies to apply your knowledge.
Topics include:✓ Forensic Tools and Digital Extractions✓ Digital Evidence Handling✓ Cloud Data, Digital Artifacts, and Databases✓ Technical Knowledge and More
Upcoming Training Dates and Locations

Date
Time
Location
Venue

Friday, May 2
8:30 – 12:30
St. John’s
Doubletree Inn, 2 Hill O’Chips

Friday, May 9
8:30 – 12:30
Gander
Quality Inn, 100 Trans Canada Hwy

Friday, May 16
8:30 – 12:30
Corner Brook
Greenwood Inn, 48 West St

Friday, June 6
8:30 – 12:30
St. John’s
Doubletree Inn, 2 Hill O’Chips

Friday, June 20
8:30 – 12:30
Gander
Quality Inn, 100 Trans Canada Hwy

Friday, June 27
8:30 – 12:30
Corner Brook
Greenwood Inn, 48 West St

To Register:
Call 709-381-8077Or register online at www.Hexadata.ca
Digital Forensics ConsultingHexadata Forensics

Respectful Workplaces: Strategies for a Healthy Environment
2025-05-21 | Online
A respectful workplace is a prerequisite for building a healthy and successful organization. Respectful workplaces not only foster productivity, they also contribute to employee well-being. This workshop explores the components of respect and addresses individual responsibilities within the work environment. Participants will learn how to voice their expectations as well as initiate and respond to difficult conversations about disrespectful behaviour. This training will help provide the attitudes and skills necessary to contribute to creating and sustaining a respectful work environment.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Define respect and explain how it is experienced in the workplace
List behaviours that are associated with discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, and gender harassment
Describe their role in creating a respectful workplace

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, case study review, personal reflection, delivered electronically.

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.
Note: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase.

Some of the Topics Included

The Cost of Disrespect – Human and Financial
The Legal Framework for Respect
Grey Areas in Respect
Identifying Unhealthy Environments
Assessing Your Workplace
Markers of Healthy Environments
Assessing for Disrespect
Steps to Deal with Disrespect
Your Part in Maintaining Respect
Employee and Employer Responsibilities
Strategies for Change
Respectful Workplace Policies

Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop applicable to both leaders and employees.
Terms & Conditions

View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.
Participants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Trainer: Paul Carrick
Paul has been providing conflict resolution and counselling services for over 25 years. He is a Registered Social Worker who holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Social work and a diploma in Human Resources. Paul currently works for the University of Winnipeg as a Complaints Resolution Advisor and has a small private counselling practice. He has in-depth experience supporting individuals, organizations, and communities experiencing unhealthy work environments, bullying, trauma, and mental health concerns. Paul believes the key to facilitating critical conversations is to do so in a nonthreatening manner so that individuals and organizations feel heard and supported. As a trainer, he delivers practical, applicable information in an approachable, humorous, and engaging presentation style.

FREE Training: Join the Journey Project Legal Support Service Lawyer Roster
2025-05-21 09:30 - 13:00 | 3rd Floor, Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s, Canada
The Journey Project Legal Support Service (JPLSS) is a collaboration between the Journey Project team and private practice lawyers who are interested in providing trauma-informed legal support to survivors of sexual violence and intimate partner violence in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Journey Project is actively seeking lawyers to join their Legal Support Service lawyer roster.
Lawyers on the roster complete paid consultations with survivors in areas of law in which they practice or are comfortable providing legal advice. Lawyers who wish to participate in this program must participate in a free half-day training session on trauma-informed lawyering.
This training is being offered in-person at the Law Society on Wednesday, May 21, from 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. with a virtual option available for lawyers outside the northeast Avalon. This session offers a unique opportunity to build the skills and knowledge of legal professionals and make practicing lawyers eligible to join the Journey Project Legal Support Service.
Training will cover:

identifying and understanding trauma and its impacts
the neurobiology of trauma
rationale and principles of trauma-informed lawyering
trauma-informed responses to disclosures
burnout, empathic strain, and vicarious trauma

This seminar is free and, *subject to the provisions of the Law Society’s Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Requirements, may constitute 3.5 hours of eligible CLE activities. This training is open to any lawyer practicing in NL who is interested in joining the roster and/or learning more about trauma-informed practice.
To register for this training visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JourneyTIL0525
If you are interested in learning more about this training or becoming a part of this paid and rewarding program please reach out to Janet Lee, Provincial Director at janet@journeyprojectnl.com or (709) 986-2801.

Mediating Trust & Estate Disputes
2025-05-22 13:30 - 15:00 | Online
Live webinar with chat – includes 60-day replay*
Time Zones:

Pacific: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Mountain: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Central: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Eastern: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Atlantic: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Newfoundland: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized slides and a chat feature for live Q&A.SK attendees, please verify whether you align with Central (MB) or Mountain (AB) time based on season and location.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Trust and estate disputes present unique challenges, often involving emotionally charged issues and complex family dynamics. Unlike corporate or contractual matters, these disputes can deeply affect relationships, making mediation a powerful tool for resolving conflicts early while preserving family ties and avoiding costly, public litigation.
This highly practical webinar with David Paul Stark offers a mediator’s perspective on how counsel can prepare for and make the best use of mediation to increase the chances of a successful outcome in estate and trust disputes.
Topics include:
✔️ Unique aspects of estate mediation✔️ What to consider when preparing for mediation✔️ Identifying the real cause of the disagreement✔️ Building a framework for productive discussions✔️ Getting past impasses and roadblocks✔️ Ensuring agreements are fair and enforceable
Along the way, David will share proven strategies for managing client expectations, navigating sensitive family dynamics, and finding creative solutions.
Who Should Attend?This program is valuable for trusts and estates practitioners and mediators of all experience levels.
SCHEDULE (Eastern Time)
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Welcome and Introduction

When Mediation Can Work / When It May Not Be Appropriate

Steps and Considerations in Preparing for Mediation

Effective Techniques and Approaches for Counsel at Mediation

Documenting the Settlement

Program Wrap-up and Evaluation

Help your clients avoid the time and expense of litigation!
Register Today!seminarpartners.ca | ☎ 1.866.606.4212 | ✉ jennifer@seminarpartners.ca
View the event poster here.

Court of Appeal: Rule Changes, Court Procedures, Technology, and Advocacy
2025-05-23 09:30 - 13:00 | 3rd Floor, Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s, Canada
Reception to Follow
Seminar Overview:
The Law Society is pleased to welcome the Court of Appeal for a seminar highlighting upcoming changes to the Court’s Civil and Criminal Rules. In addition to discussing these amendments, the session will cover key procedural topics, including forms, practice notes, requests, status hearings, and registry processes.
The seminar will also feature an update on the Court of Appeal Legal Clinic and offer the Court’s perspective on the use of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies in court proceedings. Finally, there will be a practical overview of best practices in appellate advocacy.
All participants will receive hard copies of the Court of Appeal Civil Rules, 2025 and Court of Appeal Criminal Rules, 2025.
A short reception will follow the seminar and lunch will be provided.
Seminar Presenters:
Chief Justice Deborah E. Fry Justice Lois R. Hoegg
Justice Francis P. O’Brien Justice Frances J. Knickle
Justice Daniel M. Boone Justice Katherine O’Brien
Justice Glen L.C. Noel Justice William H. Goodridge
Kristen O’Keefe, Registrar
To Register, please click here.
Registration Fee: $115.00 ($100.00 + HST)
HST # R108086463
Registration Includes:

Seminar attendance
A copy of the Court of Appeal’s published Criminal Rules, 2025 and Civil Rules, 2025, provided as two separate volumes
Snacks and refreshments
Attendance at reception following seminar (sandwiches and beverages provided)

PLEASE NOTE: In-person attendance is encouraged whenever possible; however, seating is limited. Priority will be given based on the order of registration, so be sure to register early to secure your spot.
CPD Credit: 3.5 hours

Emotional Intelligence: Knowing and Using Our Emotions to Thrive at Work
2025-05-27 | Online
Emotions are powerful and can be challenging to define, yet they play a crucial role in our interactions and well-being. Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage our own emotions, as well as recognize and influence the emotions of others.
This workshop explores the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace, giving you the tools to enhance your emotional awareness and communication skills. Through self-assessment and skill development exercises, you will learn to identify and articulate your own emotions, constructively respond to the emotions of others, and create an environment where everyone feels heard and understood. You will gain practical skills to improve your emotional intelligence, leading to better relationships and more effective leadership.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Define emotional intelligence
Recall the five skill areas of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, emotional regulation, noticing others, social facilitation, engagement balancing
Practice associating their own physical sensations with named emotions
Strengthen their own emotional intelligence using exercises they have practiced during the workshop
Apply their understanding of emotional intelligence to reading the emotions of others and facilitating desired outcomes in practical workplace scenarios

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, case study exercises, experiential practice, personal reflection, delivered electronically

*Please allow only the registered individual(s) to view the materials.
Note: An e-manual for this workshop is included in purchase.

Some of the Topics Included

What Emotional Intelligence Is
Why Emotional Intelligence Matters
The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
The Five Skills of Emotional Intelligence (S.E.N.S.E.): Self-Awareness, Emotion Regulation, Noticing Others, Social Facilitation, Engagement Balancing

Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.
Participants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Trainer: Jocelyne Lalonde
Jocelyne specializes in mental health, wellness, and resilience, and brings 18 years of experience in both public and private spheres to these topics. Jocelyne is dedicated to helping individuals and teams navigate challenges related to mental health such as stress, burnout, and stigma. Jocelyne believes in the power of human connection as a foundational element for improving well-being in the workplace, leading to healthier and more productive organizational cultures. As a facilitator, Jocelyne’s approach emphasizes the importance of fostering inclusive, communicative, and supportive environments where employees can thrive mentally and emotionally. She integrates strengths-based strategies that empower individuals and teams to enhance their mental health and create lasting, positive change. Jocelyne is passionate about making workplaces healthier and more compassionate, helping people build a better work-life balance and, ultimately, a better world.

Critical Incident Group Debriefing
2025-05-27 | Online
Critical incidents are situations that occur outside of our normal frame of reference and challenge us to understand and cope with what has happened. Critical Incident Group Debriefing (CIGD) is a short-term group intervention process that focuses on an immediate event. CIGD is one of several methods that may be utilized to lessen the likelihood of people experiencing symptoms of trauma and stress after a critical incident. This group debriefing process provides a place for participants to talk and share experiences, and for the facilitator to teach and provide information about the impact of critical incidents. While participants of this workshop will learn how to facilitate a group debriefing, they will also learn how to discern when CIGD is appropriate for a group and when it might not be a suitable intervention.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Understand how people respond differently to the same event
Describe a framework for facilitating a group debriefing
Know the benefits and potential problems with group debriefing
Identify when critical incident group debriefing is appropriate
Apply principles learned to their own environment

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, case study exercises, experiential practice, personal reflection, delivered electronically.

Some of the Topics Included

Definitions and Overview
Role of Group Debriefing
Possible Reactions to a Critical Incident
Response Variables
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Group Debriefing History
Group Debriefing Models
Benefits and Problems with Group Debriefing
Preparing for a Group Debriefing
CIGD Phases
Considerations About the Process
Tips for Facilitators
Co-Facilitating

Target Audience
This is an intermediate level workshop intended for school personnel, social service and health care professionals, counsellors, social workers, managers, human resource professionals, and anyone seeking a better understanding of how to facilitate a group debriefing after a tragic event.
Terms & Conditions

View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.
Participants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Trainer: Paul Carrick
MSW, RSW
For over 25 years, Paul has been providing therapy and conflict resolution services, as well as training and facilitation on a wide variety of deep end topics and complicated situations. He is a Registered Social Worker, holding a Master’s in Clinical Social Work, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Women Studies and Criminology and diploma in human resources. He is also a Trauma-Informed EMDR Therapist. Some of Paul’s past roles include being an EFAP Therapist, Justice Trauma Therapist, and Respectful Workplace Advisor for the Province of Manitoba. He currently runs a small private practice. Paul has in-depth experience supporting individuals, organizations, and communities on themes such as trauma, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, toxic workplace interventions, mediation, bullying, anxiety, depression, managing mental health, and more. As a therapist, he believes in the importance of co-creating meaning and direction in both individual and group interventions. Paul’s strength is facilitating critical conversations in a nonthreatening manner, where individuals and organizations feel heard and supported. As a trainer, he delivers practical, applicable information for participants mixed with a laid-back, humorous, and engaging presentation style.

Advanced Business Valuations for Lawyers 2025
2025-05-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
via webinar only
Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?
Want online CPD available 24/7?

Subscribe to Courses On Demand, our comprehensive online resource with 4,000+ videos and 6,300+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date.
Who should attend: While this course may be beneficial for professionals in various roles, it particularly targets the following attendees:

lawyers who have some experience with business valuations and who seek a deeper understanding of the more complex issues surrounding valuations
lawyers involved in the purchase or sale of businesses

Learning level: All levels
Building on the concepts taught in Introduction to Business Valuations, this course gives participants a more detailed insight into some of the more complex issues associated with business valuations.
At this course, Chartered Business Valuators experienced in working with lawyers will teach you how to review business valuation reports and introduce advanced valuation concepts.
After taking this course, you will:

be more efficient at reviewing business valuation reports and understanding valuation techniques
better understand industry specific valuation approaches (e.g., medical doctors, lawyers, brokerages, etc.)
comprehend the applicability and determination of discounts applied by the valuator in their report (e.g., minority discounts)
understand valuation considerations that arise in family law, shareholder disputes, and commercial damaged cases

Prerequisites
It is recommended that participants taking this advanced course on business valuations have the following prerequisite knowledge:

Introduction to Business Valuations, and/or
experience working with business valuators and/or have reviewed business valuation reports

Law Society of BC CPD Hours: 2 hours (this course does not contain professional responsibility and ethics, client care and relations, and/or practice management)
Course Instructors
Patti E. Daum CPA, CA, CBV — Daum Terpkosh Valuations LLP, Vancouver
Lucas M. Terpkosh CPA, CA, CBV — Daum Terpkosh Valuations LLP, Vancouver

Are you a member of the Indigenous legal community (lawyer/Articled Student/legal support staff/paralegal) or a non-lawyer Indigenous community member?
We value your contributions and encourage your participation in all of our programs. To increase accessibility, we offer a 50% discount* to all Indigenous lawyers/Articled Students/legal support staff/paralegals and a limited number of free online registrations to non-lawyer Indigenous community members. (*discount applies to Regular prices, not Early Bird prices). Please contact Customer Service to find out more.
Unable to attend a course without financial assistance from CLEBC?
Click here for bursary information.
Want to register for a course now, but prefer a monthly payment plan?
Check out our Easy Pay Plan.
Registration includes an electronic copy of the reference materials.

CLEBC Programs Coordinator
Jessica Hodgins
jhodgins@cle.bc.ca

Free Upcoming CPD: Autism Acceptance and Understanding: supporting neurodivergent clients, colleagues and loved ones
2025-05-27 09:30 - 12:30 | 3rd Floor, Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s, Canada
Seminar Overview:
The session will provide participants with a deeper understanding of how to support Autistic individuals in meaningful, respectful ways. This session offers up-to-date, evidence-informed information about autism and Autistic culture. Grounded in a neurodiversity-affirming approach and the social model of disability, the training includes:

Insights into Autistic communication, processing, and culture
Practical strategies for creating inclusive, neuro-affirming environments for both clients and professionals
Content developed using Autistic-led resources
Discussion about the duty to accommodate and other human rights considerations

Seminar Presenters/Panelists:
Kristen Winter, Navigator for the Avalon Region Autism Society, Newfoundland & Labrador
Patricia Kirby, Staff Solicitor, Legal Aid NL
Carey Majid KC, Executive Director, NL Human Rights Commission
To register for this seminar, please click the following link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cyXdAascSEWUDHyuXjAVzQ
CPD Credit: 2.5 hours

Advanced Securities 2025: Series
2025-05-27 13:00 - 16:30 | Online
Your must-attend review of this past year’s securities law developments
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
1:00 pm – 4:30 pm (both days)
via webinar only
—Rebroadcasts—
On the rebroadcast date, you will have until midnight of that rebroadcast date to access the course. Please note that technical support will be available during regular CLEBC business hours.
Summer Series 2025
Monday, July 14, 2025
Monday, July 21, 2025
Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?
Want online CPD available 24/7?
Subscribe to Courses On Demand, our comprehensive online resource with 4,000+ videos and 6,300+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date.
Who should attend: Securities law practitioners (both solicitors and litigators)
Learning level: Advanced
Securities practice doesn’t always leave much time for you to keep up with all the developments and transactions happening in the market.
Because it’s hard to leave your desk for a whole day, once again, we’ve split this course into a two-part series. This will be your efficient solution to learning about the latest developments. Leading securities practitioners have curated only the most important big transactions, trends, and hot topics to discuss with you. As always, we look forward to sharing with you the ever-popular and valuable Case Law Update. You will leave this series confident and current.
Don’t worry if you can’t make one of the sessions. If you register for the COMBO, you can access subsequent rebroadcasts in July and December 2025 for free! Rebroadcast dates to be confirmed at a later date.
Join us for Day 1 Session or Day 2 Session, or both days.
Law Society of BC CPD Hours: 6 hours (this course does not contain professional responsibility and ethics, client care and relations, and/or practice management)
Course Chairs
Cory Kent — McMillan LLP, Vancouver
Fred R. Pletcher — Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, Vancouver

Are you a member of the Indigenous legal community (lawyer/Articled Student/legal support staff/paralegal) or a non-lawyer Indigenous community member?
We value your contributions and encourage your participation in all of our programs. To increase accessibility, we offer a 50% discount* to all Indigenous lawyers/Articled Students/legal support staff/paralegals and a limited number of free online registrations to non-lawyer Indigenous community members (*discount applies to Regular prices, not Early Bird prices). Please contact Customer Service to find out more.
Unable to attend a course without financial assistance from CLEBC?
Click here for bursary information.
Want to register for a course now, but prefer a monthly payment plan?
Check out our Easy Pay Plan.
Registration includes an electronic copy of the reference materials.

Drafting Truly Useful Powers of Attorney for Property
2025-05-29 13:30 - 15:00 | Online
Live Webinar with ChatIncludes 60-day replay
Session Times

9:00 am – 10:30 am (Pacific)

10:00 am – 11:30 am (Mountain)

11:00 am – 12:30 pm (Central)

12:00 pm – 1:30 pm (Eastern)

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm (Atlantic)

1:30 pm – 3:00 pm (Newfoundland)

Note: This program features real-time video of the presenter with synchronized presentation slides and a chat feature for live Q&A. SK attendees, please verify your time zone as either Central (MB) or Mountain (AB), depending on season and location.
About the Program
Join us for a practical, 90-minute webinar designed to elevate your skills in drafting Powers of Attorney for Property. Experienced trusts and estates lawyer, Lynne Butler, will provide valuable insights on how to create clear, precise, and truly effective documents that accurately capture your client’s wishes while minimizing the risk of abuse and litigation.
In this session, you will:

Learn specific drafting techniques for tailoring “standard” language to meet your client’s unique circumstances.

Discover key clauses to include in various situations and common pitfalls to avoid.

Address “unexpected” issues, such as managing a person’s business if they lose capacity, leaving charitable gifts under a Power of Attorney, and paying the person acting under the Power of Attorney.

Debunk common myths surrounding Powers of Attorney and learn practical solutions for issues frequently encountered by clients, their families, and attorneys when working with financial institutions.

Whether you’re drafting your first or fiftieth Power of Attorney for Property, this session will equip you with the skills to express your client’s desires clearly to third parties and the courts. Sample clauses will be included in the materials. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your drafting abilities and better serve your clients.
Who Should Attend
This program is ideal for both new and experienced wills and estates lawyers, as well as general practitioners involved in estate planning.
Registration Information
Register today at seminarpartners.caPhone: 1.866.606.4212Email: jennifer@seminarpartners.ca
Schedule (Eastern Time)
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Welcome and Introduction

Relationship to Other Documents

Mechanics of a Power of Attorney

Essential Clauses

Additional Clauses

Planning for Contingencies

Execution Formalities

Third Party Acceptance

Program Wrap-up and Evaluation

View the event poster here.

Benchers' Meeting
2025-06-06 09:30 - 11:00 | Online
Please note that the next Benchers’ meeting will take place on Friday, 6 June 2025, at 9:30 am. Anyone wishing to attend a Benchers’ meeting:

is required to provide notice of attendance to the Law Society by emailing erowe@lsnl.ca;
will not be permitted to use audio or video recording devices or communication devices during the meeting;
shall not speak, unless invited to do so by the President;
must observe and obey all rulings of the President; and
shall leave if the meeting is declared closed to the public or if asked to do so by the President.

At this time, attendance shall be via Zoom. An invite will be provided upon receipt of an attendance notice. Agendas will be posted on the Law Society website in advance of each meeting and the Minutes for the Public portion of each meeting will also be posted on the website.
Please RSVP by noon, Monday, 2 June 2025, to Erin Rowe at erowe@lsnl.ca if you plan to attend the Benchers’ Meeting.

Law Society Annual General Meeting
2025-06-06 14:00 - 16:00 | 3rd Floor, Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s, Canada
The Annual General Meeting of the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador will be held, in person, at 2:00 pm on Friday, 6 June 2025, at the Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s.
Please RSVP by noon, Monday, 2 June 2025, to Erin Rowe at erowe@lsnl.ca if you plan to attend the AGM.
View the Audited Financial Statements, here.
To view the Annual Report, please click here.

Law Society Annual Dinner and Cocktail Reception
2025-06-06 18:30 - 21:00
The Law Society’s Annual Dinner and Cocktail Reception will be held on the evening of Friday, 6 June 2025, at the Emera Innovation Exchange.
Cost: $100.00 per person ($86.95 + $13.05 HST)
Cash Bar: 6:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:00 p.m.
Dress: Business Suit, Semi-Formal
To RSVP, please complete the registration form and send it to Erin Rowe at erowe@lsnl.ca, no later than 29 May 2025.

CBA-NL Sip & Sweat Pilates
2025-06-08 09:00 - 22:30
As part of CBA-NL’s ongoing wellness initiative, we’re excited to team up with Higher State Health & Wellness to offer a gentle morning of movement, connection, and care with a 50-minute Pilates class. Stick around after class to enjoy light refreshments and an optional ear seeding session with their in-house acupuncturist.
Register here
Event DetailsWhat: Mat Pilates “Sip & Sweat” – a low-impact, feel-good flow to help you reconnect with your breath and bodyWhen: Sunday, June 8 | 9:00 – 10:30 AM (Class is 50 mins, ear seeding and refreshments to follow)Where: Higher State’s new clinic — 5 Hebron Way, Suite 202Fee: Free for members, $15 for non-members
Please note: spots are very limited (only 14 participants)Format: In person

Empowering Legal Professionals: Mastering Lexis+ AI for Research Excellence
2025-06-09 12:00 - 13:30 | Online
Note: Webinar (Online Only)
Join us for an insightful webinar on Lexis+ AI, where we will offer a refresher on general legal research skills and explore advanced legal research techniques with the transformative power of AI in the legal field. Discover how Lexis+ AI can enhance your research efficiency and decision-making processes, tailored specifically for legal professionals.
Seminar Presenter: Ronald Jones – Product Adoption Consultant at LexisNexis Canada
Ron Jones is a seasoned legal research expert and esteemed trainer with LexisNexis, where he has been making significant contributions since 2003. Based in Ottawa, Ron is fluent in both English and French, allowing him to effectively communicate and connect with a diverse range of legal professionals across Ontario and the Atlantic provinces. With a deep commitment to enhancing legal research capabilities, Ron is known for his professional and patient approach to training. He has dedicated his career to supporting a wide array of legal professionals, including judges, law students from both civil and common law backgrounds, and practitioners at large national law firms and government departments, including the Supreme Court of Canada.
No Registration Fee
To register for this seminar, please click the following link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6gwgzwQGTTy-8towHv-dyQ
CPD Credit: 1.5 hours

Online Information Session: Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF)
2025-06-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
On June 9, join the Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia for a one-hour webinar at 2:00 p.m. ADT to learn about the Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF). This ISANS-led initiative can help immigrants with permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship obtain training and certification in their chosen fields or related fields in their new home provinces.
During this event, you will learn:• Who is eligible for the AICLF• What costs the AICLF can cover• The kinds of programs the AICLF can help pay for• How the AICLF is funded and how it is administered across Atlantic Canada• Why the AICLF is a better choice for immigrants in Atlantic Canada than funding through a private institution on their own
During and after the presentation, you can also ask any questions you might have about AICLF.
Registration and attendance details:• Register for the event by filling in this form.• The registration deadline is 5 pm ADT June 6th.• You will receive a link to the meeting before the event.
For more information, please contact:Ken Partridge | kpartridge@isans.ca
Platform: Microsoft Teams

Trauma-Informed Care: Building a Culture of Strength
2025-06-10 | Online
Trauma is prevalent in our world and has an impact on many of the people we interact with, including those who engage with our organizations. Compassionate and trauma-informed care is essential to providing effective support and building sustainable services. Based on our book, A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces, this workshop explores five key principles to integrate a trauma-informed approach throughout the organization. By embracing these principles, participants can better contribute to the positive transformation of individuals and relationships affected by trauma. Becoming trauma-informed creates a sustainable foundation in any setting to promote strength, engagement, and healing.

Please note: This workshop does not provide training related to trauma counselling. If that is what you are looking for, please check out our workshop, Trauma – Counselling Strategies for Healing and Resilience.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants should be able to:

Discuss the prevalence and impact of trauma on individuals and organizations
List five key trauma-informed principles
Describe practical strategies for implementing each of the five trauma-informed principles
Assess their own organization for areas of trauma-informed strengths and weakness
Identify trauma-informed goals to improve service delivery and program planning

Method of Delivery
Presentation, video, case study exercises, personal reflection, delivered electronically.

Some of the Topics Included

Trauma’s Ripple Effect
What Is Trauma-Informed Care?
Building a Trauma-Informed Culture
Understanding Trauma
5 Principles of a Trauma-Informed Approach – Promote Awareness, Shift Attitudes, Provide Choice, Foster Safety, Highlight Strengths
Post-Traumatic Growth and Resilience
Steps for Implementing Principles

Target Audience
This is an introductory-intermediate level workshop intended for anyone interested in learning more about the value of trauma-informed workplaces.

Terms & Conditions
View our cancellation policy and other information regarding your live virtual workshop or for your in-person workshop.
This is a live virtual event, please check your system requirements prior to registering.
Participants will receive the Zoom meeting login details and information about viewing the live virtual workshop by email 3-4 calendar days prior to the date of the event.
Please note, payment is required in order to receive the login details.

Trainer: Monica Bhatara
Monica has over 25 years of experience working in the community-based social services field as a Therapist and Community Educator. She is a Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, and Focusing-Oriented Therapist. Monica has worked both in clinical settings for various programs and served in a leadership role as Director of Clinical Practice, providing her expertise to clinical and non-clinical programs that focus on family preservation and reunification, complex intergenerational trauma, trauma-informed practice, and clinical supervision. In addition to training with CTRI, she has a private counselling practice where she incorporates somatic work, play and expressive therapies, and interpersonal neurobiology in her work with children, youth, and adults. Monica believes in the power of human resiliency and the importance of building the capacity of paraprofessionals and non-clinical workers because they play a vital role on the therapy spectrum. As a trainer, she brings stimulating stories and a style that promotes engagement and facilitates learning.

Advanced Securities 2025: Series
2025-06-10 13:00 - 16:30 | Online
Your must-attend review of this past year’s securities law developments

Tuesday, June 10, 2025
1:00 pm – 4:30 pm (both days)
via webinar only
—Rebroadcasts—
On the rebroadcast date, you will have until midnight of that rebroadcast date to access the course. Please note that technical support will be available during regular CLEBC business hours.
Summer Series 2025
Monday, July 14, 2025
Monday, July 21, 2025
Can’t make the webinar or rebroadcasts?
Want online CPD available 24/7?
Subscribe to Courses On Demand, our comprehensive online resource with 4,000+ videos and 6,300+ papers from CLEBC courses. This course will be added to Courses on Demand approximately 30 days from the original course date.
Who should attend: Securities law practitioners (both solicitors and litigators)
Learning level: Advanced
Securities practice doesn’t always leave much time for you to keep up with all the developments and transactions happening in the market.
Because it’s hard to leave your desk for a whole day, once again, we’ve split this course into a two-part series. This will be your efficient solution to learning about the latest developments. Leading securities practitioners have curated only the most important big transactions, trends, and hot topics to discuss with you. As always, we look forward to sharing with you the ever-popular and valuable Case Law Update. You will leave this series confident and current.
Don’t worry if you can’t make one of the sessions. If you register for the COMBO, you can access subsequent rebroadcasts in July and December 2025 for free! Rebroadcast dates to be confirmed at a later date.
Join us for Day 1 Session or Day 2 Session, or both days.
Law Society of BC CPD Hours: 6 hours (this course does not contain professional responsibility and ethics, client care and relations, and/or practice management)
Course Chairs
Cory Kent — McMillan LLP, Vancouver
Fred R. Pletcher — Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, Vancouver

Are you a member of the Indigenous legal community (lawyer/Articled Student/legal support staff/paralegal) or a non-lawyer Indigenous community member?
We value your contributions and encourage your participation in all of our programs. To increase accessibility, we offer a 50% discount* to all Indigenous lawyers/Articled Students/legal support staff/paralegals and a limited number of free online registrations to non-lawyer Indigenous community members (*discount applies to Regular prices, not Early Bird prices). Please contact Customer Service to find out more.
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Registration includes an electronic copy of the reference materials.

The Anatomy of a Personal Injury Claim – Best Practices, Caselaw, and Trends
2025-06-11 13:00 - 15:30 | 3rd Floor, Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s, Canada
Seminar Overview:
Join us for an in-depth seminar exploring the key stages of a personal injury claim from both the plaintiff and defence perspectives. This session will cover best practices for claim assessment, pleadings, discovery, expert evidence, and settlement negotiations, while examining recent caselaw and emerging trends in personal injury litigation. Gain insights from experienced practitioners on strategic litigation approaches, risk management, and evolving legal frameworks. A must-attend for those practicing in personal injury law or seeking to refine their litigation skills.
In-person attendance is strongly encouraged where possible. Attendees are invited to stay after the seminar for an informal social reception.
Seminar Presenters:
Blair Pritchett, Intact Insurance
Blair Pritchett is part of the in-house counsel team at Intact Insurance. Blair joined Intact in 2019 to manage the in-house Legal Team in St. John’s. In 2024, Blair transitioned to the role of Legal Consultant, where he now helps to oversee Intact’s national external litigation portfolio. Prior to joining Intact, Blair served 20 years in private practice, most of which time was spent as a partner with McInnes Cooper.
Sophie St. Croix, Roebothan McKay Marshall
Sophie St. Croix was called to the Newfoundland and Labrador bar in 2014. After completing her articles with Valerie Hynes at Roebothan McKay Marshall, she has been practicing with the firm since 2014. Sophie’s areas of practice include personal injury, family law, and real estate.
Registration Fee: $115.00 ($100.00 + HST) HST # R108086463
Registration Includes:

Seminar attendance and materials
Snacks and refreshments

PLEASE NOTE: THE REGISTRATION PROCESS IS ONLINE ONLY. TO REGISTER FOR THIS SEMINAR, PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dxeamUe_Tjezwln1hpEvOg
CPD Credit: 2.5 hours

Swearing-in Ceremony of The Honourable Andrew Owen Brown as Judge of the Provincial Court of Newfoundland and Labrador
2025-06-13 11:00 - 17:00
The Honourable Robin L.M. Fowler Chief Judge of the Provincial Court of Newfoundland and Labrador cordially invites you to attend the Administration of the Oaths of Office to The Honourable Andrew Owen Brown as a Judge of the Provincial Court of Newfoundland and Labrador.
When: Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.
Where: Courtroom No. 7, 4th Floor, Atlantic Place, 215 Water Street, St. John’s, NL
R.S.V.P.
Kim Delaney – (709) 729-7399
email: kimd@provincial.court.nl.ca

Free Workshops: Brain Injury and Intimate Partner Violence - In-Person
2025-06-16
Presented by The Journey Project & SOAR
The Journey Project is pleased to partner with Supporting Survivors of Abuse and Brain Injury Through Research (SOAR) to offer two free workshops this June on the often-overlooked connection between brain injury and intimate partner violence (IPV). Please see the details below to share with members of the Law Society.
About SOAR
SOAR is a registered charity and the only organization in Canada solely dedicated to brain injury (BI) resulting from intimate partner violence. Their work includes:

Exploring the intersection of BI and IPV
Educating the public and frontline workers
Empowering survivors to access the supports and services they need to thrive

Presenters
Karen Mason (she/her)Co-founder and Executive Director, SOARKaren is a seasoned non-profit leader, former Executive Director of both Third Space Charity and the Kelowna Women’s Shelter, and an experienced advocate for survivors of IPV. She brings more than 30 years of experience across the private, public, and non-profit sectors. Her expertise includes trauma-informed practice, advanced strangulation prevention, and knowledge translation. She is affiliated with several research and advocacy groups, including:

Pink Concussions Partner-Inflicted Brain Injury Task Force
Women’s Health Research Cluster (UBC)
ENIGMA International Consortium Working Group on Brain Injury in IPV

Dr. Paul van Donkelaar (he/him)Co-founder and Scientific Advisor, SOARProfessor, School of Health and Exercise Sciences, UBC OkanaganDr. van Donkelaar’s research focuses on sensorimotor control and the neurocognitive and cerebrovascular consequences of traumatic brain injuries. Since 2016, he has concentrated on better understanding IPV-related brain injury in women.
Workshop Learning Objectives
Participants will:

Gain a foundational understanding of intimate partner violence and abuse
Learn how brain injury occurs in IPV, including prevalence, signs, and symptoms
Recognize the frequency and signs of strangulation in IPV
Understand the effects of IPV-related brain injury on cognition, mental health, and emotional well-being
Learn how to apply a trauma- and brain injury-informed approach when working with survivors
Become comfortable discussing and assessing for possible brain injury using the adapted H.E.L.P.S. tool
Learn about available supports for survivors and how to make appropriate referrals

Details

Free Admission
Registration Required
All participants will receive a certificate of completion, a training manual, and access to downloadable resources

This interactive training is recommended for:Community advocates, housing and shelter workers, victim services, lawyers, judges, government officials, police and security, nurses, public health workers, educators, and others supporting individuals impacted by IPV.
Workshop Dates & Registration
In-Person | St. John’sJune 16, 2025Register here
Virtual SessionJune 17, 2025Register here
Questions?Contact: Emma Dukeemma@journeyprojectnl.com709-219-0298

Free Workshops: Brain Injury and Intimate Partner Violence - Online
2025-06-17

What Labour & Employment Lawyers Need to Know About Employing Foreign Workers
2025-06-18 12:15 - 13:15
CBA-NL Labour & Employment Law Lunch and Learn
Amanda Nash from McInnes Cooper will lead a discussion on key topics of what labour and employment lawyers need to understand when it comes to employing foreign workers. With over 10 years of experience in labour and employment law, now complemented by a focus on immigration law, Amanda brings valuable insight into how these two areas intersect. She’ll highlight commonly overlooked considerations when hiring foreign workers and explore the immigration issues that often arise in the process.
This one-hour lunch and learn will be filled with information to help you in your practice, with time for questions throughout and at the end of the presentation.
Format: In person or virtual
Event DetailsDate: Wednesday, June 18, 2025Time: 12:15 PM – 1:15 PMLocation: McInnes Cooper Law Firm or join us virtuallyLunch: ProvidedFee: FREE for CBA members | $50 for non-members
Register online here by Monday, June 16.
Email Robyn with any inquiries.

Upcoming Session by CBA-NL: Mental Health, Anxiety, & Stress Management in the Workplace Anxiety and Stress in the Workplace: A Mental Health Presentation for Legal Professionals
2025-06-19 12:00 - 14:00
For Lawyers & Articling Clerks
High-pressure deadlines, long hours, and constant demands—legal professionals are no strangers to stress. But when stress goes unmanaged, it can take a serious toll on mental health and workplace performance.
Join us for a live, two-hour presentation designed specifically for those struggling to manage stress and anxiety in the workplace. We’ll explore the foundations of mental health, take a closer look at anxiety and how it shows up in the workplace, and share practical tools for stress management, mindfulness, and self-care.
This session is informative, relatable, and built to support the challenges of legal professionals. Walk away with greater awareness, useful strategies, and a renewed focus on well-being.
There will be opportunities for questions and discussion throughout the presentation.
Event DetailsDate: Thursday, June 19, 2025Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PMLocation: 6th Floor Conference Room, Atlantic Place or join us virtuallyLunch: ProvidedFee: FREE for CBA members and articling clerks | $15 for non-members
Register online here by Tuesday, June 17.
Email Robyn with any inquiries.

Disciplinary Hearing: Gregory Stack
2025-06-20 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-06-25 09:30 - 11:30 | 3rd Floor, Law Society Building, 196-198 Water Street, St. John’s, Canada
Respondent:
Gregory Stack

Date:
June 20, 2025
June 25, 2025
September 15, 2025
September 18, 2025
September 19, 2025

Time:
9:30 a.m.

Place:
Offices of the Law Society 196-198 Water Street

General Nature of the Charges:
In accordance with s. 45(3) of the Law Society Act, 1999, (the “Act”) the Complaints Authorization Committee (the “Committee”) has determined that there are reasonable grounds to believe that Gregory Stack (the “Respondent”) has engaged in conduct deserving of sanction and, in accordance with s. 45(3)(b) of the Act, the Committee has instructed the Vice-President to file the within Complaint against the Respondent on the basis that the Respondent is guilty of conduct deserving of sanction in that he:
Breached the following sections of the Code of Professional Conduct:

Section 2.1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto;
Section 6.3 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto; and
Section 7.2-1 of the Code of Professional Conduct and related commentaries thereto.

The factual particulars of the Complaint are as follows:
That the Respondent:
i. Failed to act with integrity; and
ii. Engaged in some form of harassment and/or discrimination of another person.
View a list of disciplinary hearings here.
