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Notes on Retirement

  • April 05, 2023
  • Christopher J. Sarsons

The toughest thing was to leave the partnership. To actually retire. It was my hardest decision, but it turned out to be not a difficult or drawn-out process.

Direct supervision amendments: well-considered and poorly worded

  • March 15, 2023
  • Talon Regent

As most lawyers know, our Code of Professional Conduct (the Code) has been amended to clarify the requirements regarding direct supervision of non-lawyers (see s. 6.1 of the Code). These amendments were thoroughly considered after many consultations related to non-lawyers’ roles in the legal industry, with the goal of improving access to justice.

Family Dispute Resolution – Where are we Now

  • December 12, 2022
  • Merisa Coertze

After successful pilot programs in Prince Albert and Regina and in accordance with s.44.01 of the Queen’s Bench Act, mandatory early family dispute resolution has been extended across the entire province of Saskatchewan, effective July 1st, 2022.

Interview with CBASK President Jana Linner

  • November 24, 2022

New CBA Saskatchewan (CBASK) President, Jana Linner, discusses her priorities, judicial independence and advocating for the increased representation of women in the legal profession.

No Reason to be Smug

  • November 07, 2022
  • Beth Bilson, Q.C.

The Texas legislature recently passed a bill – referred to in the media as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill – that is meant to prevent teachers from discussing sexual orientation or gender identity in an “inappropriate” way.