ONLINE MEETING | Canadian Legal Research and Writing Tips for Internationally Trained Lawyers
This meeting is being hosted by the Legal Research Section & Internationally Trained Lawyers' Section
| Speakers: |
Francine Laurin, Fillmore Riley LLP
Dr. Kellinde Wrightson, University of Calgary Faculty of Law |
| Time: |
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm (CDT) |
| Fee: |
CBA Member: Free!
Non-CBA Member: $100
Don't have a CBA account? Create a non-member account to register! |
| CPD Hours: |
1.00 hour EPPM |
This session will explore nuances in Canadian legal research and writing conventions, highlighting divergence points with international legal systems. Topics will include writing for a Canadian legal workplace and the role of precedent as an underlying principle from which to understand research in Canada’s common law system.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Please RSVP to the Manitoba Bar Association online (link above).
LOG-IN INSTRUCTIONS
The link to join the Zoom meeting will be sent out to all registrants on the morning of the meeting. The link will also be included in your confirmation email after registration.
SECTION CHAIRS
Ayo Olunlade
Co-Chair, MBA Internationally Trained Lawyers’ Section
Diligent Corporation
Ph. 204-925-2525
aolunlade@diligent.com
Chidera Anadi-Mbanefo
Co-Chair, MBA Internationally Trained Lawyers’ Section
Cam’s Law Office
Ph. 431-588-2702
chidera@camslawoffice.com
Steve Falkingham
Co-Chair, MBA Legal Research Section
Paterson GlobalFoods Inc.
Ph: 204- 926-9559
sfalkingham@pgfi.ca
Kalyn Danco
Co-Chair, MBA Legal Research Section
Canadian Centre for Child Protection
Ph: 204-560-2100 x 710
kalyn@protectchildren.ca
