OBA Family Law / Young Lawyers Division PROGRAM | Original Program Date: March 3, 2023

With the ongoing use of the JSO Portal, Caselines and presumptive modes of appearance differing between jurisdictions, what are the key pieces of information you need to know about practicing family law in a particular region? Join us for a review of the key changes made to family law practice directions and court processes in different regions across Ontario. Hear from local counsel on how these changes have impacted interaction with the courts on a day-to-day basis. You will gain valuable insight on how the practice of family law has transformed and learn their best tips on how to navigate the courthouses in their region successfully!

For more information about new Notices to the Profession, Regional Practice Directions, and all the latest information from the Courts and MAG including real-time updates about courthouse COVID-19 cases, please visit the OBA Courts Reopening page.

PROGRAM CHAIRS

Nehmat Bedar, Judicial Law Clerk, East Region (Ottawa)
Michael J. Marra, Family Lawyer

PROGRAM SPEAKERS

Lauren M. Conti, Henderson Family Law (Thunder Bay)
Tanya Farkouh Martin, Tanya Farkouh Martin Professional Corporation (Sudbury)
Ruchira Kulkarni, Goldhart Kenet LLP (Toronto)
Vasu Naik, Robins Naik LLP (Ottawa)
Joanna M. Shaw, JMS Law (Barrie)
Laura Shaw, Jamal Family Law Professional Corporation (Oakville)
Shuchanna Swaby, Barrister & Solicitor (Cambridge)
Eric Vallillee, Vallillee Family Lawyers (London)