OBA Young Lawyers Division PROGRAM | 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (ET)

Are you interested in helping people and making a difference in your community by taking on legal aid clients?  Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) is a vital part of a strong justice system. Join us to learn how you can be a part of LAO’s staff or roster lawyers providing high quality legal services to vulnerable people across the province every day. Our panel will share helpful insights on the minimum experience and other requirements for lawyers to join the LAO roster, as well as how LAO supports its lawyers.

Don’t miss this chance to learn how to contribute to access to justice and enhance your law practice as you do it!

PROGRAM CHAIR

Emily OKeefe, McLeod Green Dewar LLP

PROGRAM SPEAKERs

Lisa Bernstein, Director – External Relations, Legal Aid Ontario
Michael Story, Manager of Legal Services, Legal Aid Ontario