The Peel Law Association is celebrating its 

70th Anniversary - 70s style!

Bring a GUEST ($50 per person/both PLA and non-PLA Members) - Join us for cocktails, dinner, and dancing.

There will also be prizes for the BEST 70s inspired attire!

Be sure to arrive groovy as ever on Friday, December 8, 2017. 

 

Please contact the PLA Library for registration details: (T) 905-451-2924 or (E) info@plalawyers.ca.

Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be issued unless 48 hours written notice is provided prior to the event. 

Seating is limited and no tickets will be available at the door. 

Motions Court Practice and Procedure

Continue to watch this space for promotions highlighting one of the books recently added to the PLA Library collection, as well as old favourites we think may be of interest to our PLA Library users. 

This week, the spotlight is on the book, Motions Court Practice and Procedure -  2nd ed. Berkley D. Sells and Gideon C. Forrest, which was recently added to the PLA Library Collection.

From the Publisher

Successfully navigating the ins and outs of motions court is an essential element of every litigation lawyer's practice.
On July 1, 2015, the Superior Court of Justice's new Consolidated Practice Direction for Civil Actions, Applications, Motions and Procedural Matters in the Toronto Region came into effect. The second edition of Motions Court Practice and Procedure focuses on some of the key changes in motions scheduling and offers current, practical guidance on bringing and responding to motions in Ontario.

Useful reference for anyone preparing for and conducting motions
Co-authored by two seasoned and respected litigators, this guide features strategy, tactics, tips and practice pointers for effectively preparing for and conducting motions in Ontario. It provides detailed explanations of:

• When and where to file the necessary materials
• Sample precedents providing illustrative examples of motion materials
• Guidance on dealing with urgent motions and special circumstances
• A review of how to deal with the costs of motions

Published: June 13, 2017 by LexisNexis
 

From the Table of Contents

Part I Commentary
Motions: Background and Overview
1. Place of Motion
2. Judge, Master or Registrar? Jurisdiction over Motions
3. "Over-the-Counter" Motions
4. Drafting Notices of Motion
5. Affidavits
6. Solicitor's Certification in Lieu of an Affidavit
7. Scheduling Motions in Toronto
8. Scheduling Motions Outside Toronto
9. Motion Records
10. Timing on Motions Minimum Notice Period
11. Facta
12. Book of Authorities
13. Serving and Filing Motion Records, Facta and Books of Authorities
14. Confirmation of Motion
15. Time Estimates
16. Confirming the Motion is on the List and Who is Sitting Toronto
17. Endorsements and Draft Orders
18. Over-the-Counter Orders
19. Settling Motions
20. Cancelling or Adjourning Motions
21. Costs on Motions
22. Incivility and Civil Motions

Part II Appendices

This item is available for signout from the PLA Library to PLA Members only. You may borrow this item for one week (seven days). Non PLA members are welcome to use this item in the PLA Library. For a full listing of all of the new items added to the PLA Library Collection, please watch for your next issue of Peel Briefs (for PLA Members Only).

Not a PLA member, but looking to become one? Please follow the links for the Membership form, fees, and a full list of PLA Membership Benefits. You may also contact the PLA Library Staff by email, and they will be happy to assist you.  It only takes a few moments to join, and the PLA Library Staff can process memberships on the spot. Once payment is received, you can take advantage of all your PLA Membership Benefits, including circulation privileges.

As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSUC, articling students, and students-at-law.

 

 

Bill 120, Mandatory Sexual Assault Law Training for Judicial Officers Act, 2017

As part of our ongoing goal to ensure our members are kept up-to-date in the latest news and updates in the legal community, the PLA will provide the members with a link to new or proposed legislation the PLA membership may find of interest.

If there is new or proposed legislation you think may be of interest to the PLA membership, please contact the PLA Library Staff by email with your suggestion.
 

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The Court and the Constitution: A 150-Year Retrospective 

 Continue to watch this space for promotions highlighting one of the books recently added to the PLA Library collection, as well as old  favourites we think may be of interest to our PLA Library users.

 To celebrate the 150th birthday of Canada, this week the spotlight is on the book, The Court and the Constitution: A 150-Year  Retrospective by Matthew P. Harrington, which was recently added to the PLA Library Collection.

 From the Publisher

 This unique collection of papers focuses on the role of the court in the development of three areas: Canadian Federalism, the Charter of  Rights, and Private Law.

 Insightful perspectives. Thorough and well-researched review of jurisprudential developments.  Contributions from leaders in a variety of capacities in the legal community, including academia and practitioners

Published: May 16, 2017 by LexisNexis

From the Table of Contents

The collection of papers:

Introduction by the Editor

PART I: THE STRUCTURE OF FEDERALISM
The Supreme Court and Parliament: Evolving Roles and Relationships Lorne Neudorf
The Supreme Court and the Conventions of the Constitution Leonid Sirota
From Subservient Officers of the Crown to Independent Servants of the People: The Supreme Court of Canada's Perceptions of Itself Adam Dodek
The Court and Administrative Law: Models of Rights Protection Paul Daly
L'allégorie d'une Cour suprême complice de trudeauisme: relecture des prismes de l'arrêt Ford Fréderic Bérard
Speakers, Witnesses and Blanketing: The Need to Look Beyond the Courts to Achieve Reconciliation Sarah Morales
Aboriginal Title in the Supreme Court of Canada Cherie Metcalf

PART II: THE CHARTER OF RIGHTS
"A Principle of Vital Importance": The Supreme Court of Canada's Approach to Purposeful Limits on Expression in Section 2(B) Peter Carver
The Court and Freedom of Religion Howard Kislowicz
Of Promise and Peril: The Court and Equality Rights Daphne Gilbert & Jena McGill
Fundamental Justice Mark Carter
Language Rights and the Political Compromise Doctrine Matthew P Harrington

PART III: PRIVATE LAW & COMMERCE
The Supreme Court of Canada and the Law of Tort Lewis Klar
Property Law and the Supreme Court: Of Gardens and Fields Bruce Ziff
The Supreme Court on the Relationship Between the General Law and Collective Labour Relations Regimes: 1875-2016 Finn Makela

Not a PLA member, but looking to become one? Please follow the links for the membership form, fees, and a full list of PLA Membership Benefits. You may also contact the PLA Library Staff by email, and they will be happy to assist you.  It only takes a few moments to join, and the PLA Library Staff can process memberships on the spot. Once payment is received, you can take advantage of all your PLA Membership Benefits, including circulation privileges.

As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSUC, articling students, and students-at-law.

Everything you need to know about Business and Income Valuations Part One: Valuators

Join the Peel Law Association for our next CPD, Everything you need to know about             Business and Income Valuations                         Part One: Valuators, which will be held on June 5, 2017. This program will provide 2.0 Hours toward the Law Society of Upper Canada Continuing Professional Development requirements. For further details, please see the attached flyer/registration form.

If you would like to attend the CPD simply download the form, and submit it to the PLA via email or fax (905-451-3137) with your name and phone number. You may pay over the phone with VISA or MasterCard, or visit the PLA Library, and make your payment in person. Remember, PLA Members receive a discount to attend all CPDs.

Not a member, but looking to become one? Please follow the links for the membership form, fees, and a full list of PLA Membership Benefits. You may also contact the PLA Library Staff by email, and they will be happy to assist you. It only takes moments to join, and the PLA Library Staff can process memberships on the spot. Once payment is received, you can take advantage of all your PLA Membership Benefits, including discounts on CPD programs and social events.

As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSUC, articling students, and students-at-law.