Program Chairs:
Robert Grant, KC,
Stewart McKelvey
Leanne O'Leary,
Cox & Palmer
How have the law, the courts and advocacy changed in the last two years? What do we need to do and know in order to be effective advocates in today’s world? Come to the Atlantic Advocacy Symposium to find out!
The Advocates’ Society’s annual education and networking event for Atlantic litigators returns on October 6 in-person!
Designed to bring together litigators from across the Atlantic Provinces for a day of learning and networking, this practical program will feature the latest developments, strategies and tools for adapting and succeeding in your evolving litigation practice.
Join co-chairs Rob Grant and Leanne O’Leary, leading litigators and members of the Bench to catch up, take stock and reflect on the changes that have occurred – and will continue to occur – in our profession.
Stay for the post-program reception to continue networking with judges, colleagues, and fellow members of the Bar.
If you are a civil litigator serious about advocacy, this is one program you cannot afford to miss!
You will:
- Discover the skills, competencies and proficiencies needed to be an effective advocate in today’s environment
- Learn about recent changes to substantive law in a variety of practice areas including commercial litigation, construction law and personal injury
- Find out how to use technology to be a more efficient and persuasive advocate
- Hear from both senior and junior counsel on overcoming the challenges of learning to practice law, and teaching the practice of law, remotely
- Watch a demonstration on how to elevate your advocacy using demonstrative evidence
- Hear a frank discussion on mental health and well-being in the profession, featuring Dr. David Goldbloom, CAMH
- And more!
COVID-19 Protocols:
All in-person attendees are strongly encouraged to wear a mask when not eating, drinking or presenting.
All health and safety protocols remain subject to change as public health measures in the Province of Nova Scotia continue to evolve.
Faculty Includes:
The Hon. Justice Christa Brothers, Supreme Court of Nova Scotia
The Hon. Justice James L. Chipman, Supreme Court of Nova Scotia
The Hon. Justice Diane Rowe, Supreme Court of Nova Scotia
John T. G. Boyle, Cox & Palmer
Michelle Chai, Stewart McKelvey
Sheree Conlon, KC, Director and Secretary - The Advocates’ Society
Dr. David Goldbloom, OC, MD, FRCPC, Senior Medical Advisor, Center for Addiction and Mental Health
Lauren Harper, Wagners
Lyndsay Jardine, Wagners
Folami Jones, McInnes Cooper
David Lutz, KC, Lutz Parish Gerrish
Amy MacGregor, Cox & Palmer
Christopher Madill, Stewart McKelvey
William Mahody, KC, Washington Mahody
Mark Paquette, CFEI, CVFI, P.Eng., 30 Forensic Engineering
Lisa Richards, Ritch Williams & Richards
Augustus M. Richardson, KC, C.Arb, FCIArb
Nathan Sutherland, Pink Larkin
Jack Townsend, Nova Scotia Department of Justice
Perry Yung, BoyneClarke
8:30 - 9:00
Registration and Networking Breakfast
9:00 - 9:05
Introductory Remarks
9:05 – 9:15
Welcome from Sheree Conlon on behalf of TAS President
9:15 – 10:05
The Year in Review: Key Cases in 2022
Lyndsay Jardine, Wagners
Amy MacGregor, Cox & Palmer
Christopher Madill, Stewart McKelvey
Nathan Sutherland, Pink Larkin
10:05 - 10:55
Core Competencies for Today’s Modern Litigator
John T. G. Boyle, Cox & Palmer
Augustus M. Richardson, KC, C.Arb, FCIArb
10:55 - 11:10
Networking Break
11:10 - 12:00
Faster, Cheaper, Better: Maximizing Efficiency with the Technology You Have
Michelle Chai, Stewart McKelvey
Bill Mahody, Washington Mahody
12:00 - 1:00
Lunch
1:00 - 1:30
Keynote Address: Mental Health and Wellness for Litigators
Dr. David Goldbloom, OC, MD, FRCPC, Senior Medical Advisor at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
1:30 - 2:30
The Skills Gap: Mentorship and Training for a New Era
Folami Jones, McInnes Cooper
David M. Lutz, KC, Lutz Parish Gerrish
Jack Townsend, Department of Justice
Perry Yung, BoyneClarke
2:30 - 2:45
Networking Break
2:45 – 3:30
Demonstration and Commentary: Elevate your Advocacy with Demonstrative Evidence
Lauren Harper, Wagners
Mark Paquette, B.A.Sc., CFEI, CVFI, P.Eng. 30 Forensic Engineering
Lisa Richards, Ritch Williams & Richards
3:30 - 4:15
A View from the Bench: The Effective Advocate in 2022
Justice Christa M. Brothers, Supreme Court of Nova Scotia
Justice James L. Chipman, Supreme Court of Nova Scotia
Justice Diane Rowe, Supreme Court of Nova Scotia
4:15
Closing Remarks
4:30
Post-Program Networking Reception
Really enjoyed hearing from individuals from all over the East Coast!
"I really enjoyed the opportunity to hear and learn from individuals in the legal profession from all over the East Coast! I am so proud to be from here, and listening to people speak on issues they are passionate about elevated my sense of excitement and pride to be working in this profession!"
Engaging, relevant and efficient. Great conference!
"The Symposium was engaging, relevant and efficient in terms of speaker transitions and length of speaking. Great conference!"
Atlantic judges panel was a highlight
"The Atlantic judges panel was a highlight. I really appreciated their candid advice and insight."
Eligible CPD Hours:
Registrants can count their attendance at this program toward their annual professional development plan.
For information on CPD requirements and accreditation across Canada,
please click here.
Avoid the last minute rush and register now!
Pricing:
TAS Members: *Discount: $243.75 + Tax | Regular: $325.00 + Tax
Non-members: *Discount: $318.75 + Tax | Regular: $425.00 + Tax
*The Advocates' Society is pleased to offer a 25% discount on this program for all lawyers who practise as sole practitioners, or in firms smaller than 5 lawyers, and government lawyers (including lawyers who work for legal aid clinics).
Registration includes educational materials, which will be provided prior to the program.
TAS Members save up to $100 on half-day programs and up to $200 on programs with a skills workshop.
Join us today.