Jun 15, 2017 - with cocktails and a formal dinner, before the business meeting ... inevitability of change and the impac
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Annual General Meeting Featuring a Panel Discussion on: Technology and the Changing Legal Landscape
There are several realities related to technology that we can count on: technology is always changing, the pace at which it changes is increasing, and it affects virtually all facets of our world. The legal system is certainly no exception. The focus of this CPD session is technology and the changing legal landscape. We are fortunate to have a panel of esteemed lawyers from across the country who will address the inevitability of change and the impact that technology will have on the legal profession, and more broadly, on the legal system. There is no denying that with change comes potential risk; however, it also leads to endless opportunities. Armed with extensive knowledge and vast experience, the panel members will focus their discussion on the potential opportunities that exist for the legal profession as a result of constantly evolving technology. This session will open with our very own Tim Brown (Executive Director, Law Society of Saskatchewan) who will introduce the topic and set the stage for our discussion. Fred Headon (Assistant General Counsel, Labour & Employment, Air Canada) has vast expertise in the area of change specifically as it relates to the legal profession. As Chair of the CBA Legal Futures Initiative, Fred will discuss innovation in the practice of law and the role of technology in creating opportunities for the profession. Karen Dyck (Executive Director, Manitoba Law Foundation) has been involved with various not for profit organizations, most
Regina Thursday, June 15, 2017 (Double Tree by Hilton) 4:00 pm - 8:30 pm (Registration: 3:30 pm)
The Law Society is pleased to announce our upcoming Seminar/Annual General Meeting! We will be hosting esteemed practitioners from across Canada for a CPD panel discussion and will follow this with cocktails and a formal dinner, before the business meeting commences.
recently as the Executive Director of the Legal Help Centre in Manitoba, and is a member of the Futures Initiative Steering Committee, making her well positioned to discuss technology and the opportunities it may create from an access to justice perspective. Finally, we will hear from Dan Pinnington (Vice President, Claims Prevention & Stakeholder Relations, LAWPRO) who is a prolific writer, speaker and blogger on legal malpractice, risk management, legal technology and law practice management issues. This session will include time for questions and comments from attendees. You will leave this seminar with a better understanding of what you and your firm will need to do to adapt to the changing legal landscape. At the conclusion of the discussion, cocktails will commence allowing time for networking with panel members, colleagues, and members of the Bar. Dinner will be served shortly thereafter, and the business matters and awards presentations will conclude the evening. Do not miss this unique opportunity to hear our esteemed panelists offer insight into the many issues and opportunities surrounding technology and its impact on the legal profession. 4:00 Panel Discussion Panel Moderator: Craig Zawada, Q.C. Director of Boundary Pushing, WMCZ Lawyers Tim Brown Executive Director, Law Society of Saskatchewan Fred Headon Assistant General Counsel, Labour & Employment, Air Canada Karen Dyck Executive Director, Manitoba Law Foundation Dan Pinnington Vice President, Claims Prevention & Stakeholder Relations, LAWPRO (Lawyers' Professional Indemnity Company) 6:00 Cocktails 6:30 Dinner 7:30 Business Matters and Award Presentations
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General Information In the unlikely event that the Law Society of Saskatchewan is forced to modify its program schedule, registrants will be notified. We reserve the right to change speakers and/or revise content if necessary.
AGM Panel Discussion on Technology and the Changing Legal Landscape (CPD-171) Please register me in the following location: Regina - Thursday, June 15, 2017 Double Tree by Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre 1975 Broad Street, Regina
Please attend the registration table at the seminar. If, for any reason, the Law Society of Saskatchewan is unable to accept your registration, you will be notified prior to the seminar.
Registrations will only be accepted until 4:00 pm two (2) days prior to the seminar. Space is limited so register early.
Confirmation of registration is not provided as we prefer not to have to pass on the added expense to our registrants.
The seminar materials will be available digitally only. You will receive links to all materials prior to the seminar.
Note: Invoices and receipts will not be provided unless requested. This Registration Form is your invoice. Your cancelled cheque is your receipt.
Full registration includes CPD session, materials, a three-course meal, and attendance at the Law Society Annual General Meeting.
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Notification of cancellation must be in writing and received by 4:00 p.m. two (2) days prior to the Seminar resulting in a $20.00 (plus GST) cancellation fee. Non-compliance will result in forfeiture of the entire registration fee. Non-attendance does not constitute cancellation. Upon receipt of a written request, consideration will be given for nonattendance caused by illness or weather conditions.
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Registration Fees Law Society Member (Active)
$120.00
Law Society Member (Inactive)
$ 60.00
Articling/Law Student
$ 60.00
Non-Member
$ 55.00
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$ 55.00 Subtotal Plus GST (5%)
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