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Jared Epp elected President of Saskatchewan Trial Lawyers Association

by Robertson Stromberg | May 16, 2022 | Area of Expertise, Community, Jared D Epp, Lawyers, News

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Congratulations to Jared Epp on his election as President of the Saskatchewan Trial Lawyers Association (STLA).

The STLA is a voluntary association of civil and criminal trial lawyers dedicated to the pursuit of justice through education and advocacy. In its 37^th year, the STLA supports lawyers to help the public obtain justice through a fair and accessible court system.

For more information about the STLA click here.

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Jared Epp elected President of Saskatchewan Trial Lawyers Association

Congratulations to Jared Epp on his election as President of the Saskatchewan Trial Lawyers Association (STLA). The STLA is a voluntary association of civil and criminal trial lawyers dedicated to the pursuit of justice through education and advocacy. In its 37th...

Four Robertson Stromberg Lawyers Recognized as Litigation Stars

Robertson Stromberg LLP is proud to announce that four of our lawyers have been recognized by Benchmark Litigation as Litigation Stars. Lawyers M. Kim Anderson, Q.C., Jennifer D. Pereira, Q.C., Sean M. Sinclair and Gary D. Young, Q.C., have been identified as four of...

National Volunteer Week 2022: Highlighting Robertson Stromberg’s Community Partnerships

From April 24 to 30, Canadians celebrate National Volunteer Week (NVW2022). This year’s theme is Volunteering is Empathy in Action and honours the dedicated volunteers that bring heart to Canada’s communities. At Robertson Stromberg LLP, we are very proud of our...

Misty Alexander and Jared Epp present to the Saskatchewan Construction Association on the new Prompt Payment Legislation for Owners

In a session geared especially for owners, Misty Alexander and Jared Epp offer a webinar with a focus on the incoming prompt payment legislation and its impact on infrastructure owners, the design community, and contractors. Register here.Tuesday, February 1, 2022...

Misty Alexandre and Jared Epp present to the Saskatchewan Construction Association on the new Prompt Payment Legislation

In a session geared especially for contractors, Misty Alexandre and Jared Epp presented to the Saskatchewan Construction Association on the incoming prompt payment legislation. The session focused on how the new Builder’s Lien (Prompt Payment) Amendment Act will...

Jared Epp presents to College of Law

Jared Epp presents to College of Law.Giving back to the legal community is an important part of what it means to be a lawyer at Robertson Stromberg. As the incoming president of the Saskatchewan Trial Lawyer’s Association, Jared participated in a presentation to...

Prompt Payment Legislation in force in Saskatchewan on March 1, 2022

For quite some time, the Saskatchewan construction industry has been focused on the details of prompt payment legislation, and the long-awaited launch date is finally here! The Government of Saskatchewan recently announced that The Builders’ Lien (Prompt Payment)...

12 Lawyers from Robertson Stromberg recognized in the 16th Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada

For over 100 years, Robertson Stromberg has been delivering pragmatic advice and strategic solutions in every area of the law. As a top local law firm with reach that extends nationally, we strive for excellence and live by the highest professional standards. ...

Using home inspectors as insurance for a home purchase- Think again

For many people buying a new home is one of the most significant financial decisions they will make in their life. To safeguard this investment, many people choose to hire home inspectors. What happens when a home inspector misses something was the subject of a recent...

Cash Flow Concerns: How to Collect Payment in the Midst of COVID-19

Introduction Over the past year much of the focus of the Saskatchewan construction industry has been on the impact that new prompt payment legislation will have on the timeliness of payment on construction projects. Cash flow is never far from the mind of any prudent...

Jared Epp Contributes to Construction Contract Administration Program

Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) offers quality education programs for the betterment of the construction community. Included in their offerings is the Construction Contract Administration (CCA) program.The objective of the CCA program is to improve...

Bidding and Tendering Law with Alexandre and Epp

Misty Alexandre and Jared Epp jointly presented "Don't Get Burned by Bid Law - Top Tips to Avoid Disqualified Bids" as a Lunch and Learn session for the Saskatoon Construction Association on February 28, 2020. Topics covered included the basic principles of bidding...

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Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. joins the Remai Modern Foundation Board

by Robertson Stromberg | May 12, 2022 | Awards and Accolades, Community, Jennifer D Pereira, Lawyers, News

Congratulations to Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. on her appointment to the Remai Modern Foundation Board. The Remai Modern Foundation, incorporated in 2017, is a nonprofit foundation whose sole purpose is to support the mission and activities of Remai Modern. Donations, gifts and bequests are invested to generate income for acquisitions, research, major exhibitions and programming, to help sustain Remai Modern as a leading cultural institution.

For more information about the Remai Modern Foundation, click here.

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Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. joins the Remai Modern Foundation Board

Join Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. at the STLA Spring Conference “Winning Without A Trial”

On May 6, 2022, Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. will co-present “Cut and Run: Getting your Client out of Multi-Party proceedings.” This presentation will provide an overview of Pierringer and Mary Carter agreements and how to implement them successfully in Saskatchewan. You...

Four Robertson Stromberg Lawyers Recognized as Litigation Stars

National Volunteer Week 2022: Highlighting Robertson Stromberg’s Community Partnerships

Robertson Stromberg Celebrates International Women’s Day on March 8

Each March, International Women's Day (IWD2022) is a day to celebrate the achievements of women and girls around the world. This year’s theme is Break The Bias – addressing the unconscious bias that females can experience based on gender. At Robertson Stromberg LLP,...

12 Lawyers from Robertson Stromberg recognized in the 16th Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada

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Questioning for Family Lawyers

by Jennifer D Pereira | May 4, 2022 | Area of Expertise, Family Law, Lawyers, News, Tiffany M Paulsen

Join Tiffany Paulsen, Q.C. and other seasoned litigators to break down their most effective questioning techniques, providing you with the tools, tips and strategies you need to get the most out of your next questioning. Find out how to gather information, obtain admissions, test theories, assess witness credibility and handle difficult witnesses and counsel.

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Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: McCabe v Kowalyshyn, 2022 SKCA 56

The recent Court of Appeal decision in McCabe v Kowalyshyn, 2022 SKCA 56, offers various lessons to Estate litigators. These include: The reality that court approvals of Estate land sales, under s. 50.5 of The Administration of Estates Act, SS 1998, c A-4.1, do not...

My Contractor Doesn’t Exist, Can I Sue?

It is common for contractors and other service providers to incorporate prior to starting a business. A corporation can provide a certain level of insulation from liability for the people who operate it, and in addition, allows for other advantages such as tax...

Jared Epp elected President of Saskatchewan Trial Lawyers Association

Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. joins the Remai Modern Foundation Board

What if I just don’t? A cautionary tale for those who ignore Saskatchewan’s new prompt payment requirements

For the past several years, we have been presenting to the construction industry the pending (and as of March 1, 2022, now in force) prompt payment provisions, which are now included in The Builders' Lien Act of Saskatchewan. A common question that arises during every...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Choquette v Viczko, 2021 SKQB 167

The recent decision in Choquette v Viczko, 2021 SKQB 167, offers a new interpretation of s. 50.5 of the Administration of Estates Act (“Act”).Background: Under s. 50.5 of the Act, if an executor sells land to which a beneficiary is beneficially entitled, the executor...

Questioning for Family Lawyers

What is: Defamation Law

Given the interest in the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard defamation trial, Sean Sinclair was asked by the Saskatoon StarPhoenix to explain some basic concepts about defamation law. The news article reviews the definition of defamation; how damages are assessed; and some...

Join Tiffany Paulsen, Q.C. at the STLA Spring Conference “Winning Without A Trial”

On May 6, 2022 Tiffany Paulsen, Q.C. will participate in a panel discussion about binding pre-trial conferences. Tiffany will share her thoughts about Saskatchewan’s new rules of court relating to binding settlement conferences and share effective strategy. You can...

Join Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. at the STLA Spring Conference “Winning Without A Trial”

Four Robertson Stromberg Lawyers Recognized as Litigation Stars

Feedback Request – Proposed Amendments to Wills Act

CBASK wishes to advise of a proposal brought forward by CBASK member David Ukrainetz, McKercher LLP for the enactment of franchise legislation. The proposed legislation would provide a general scheme of protections for franchise businesses in Saskatchewan. CBASK is in...

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What is: Defamation Law

by Robertson Stromberg | May 2, 2022 | Area of Expertise, Lawyers, Media Law / Defamation, News, Sean M Sinclair

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What is: Defamation Law

National Volunteer Week 2022: Highlighting Robertson Stromberg’s Community Partnerships

Sean Sinclair quoted on impact of anti-SLAPP (strategic litigation against public participation) legislation

Sean Sinclair was quoted in a CBC story about the impact of anti-SLAPP (strategic litigation against public participation) legislation. A private member’s bill in Saskatchewan is proposing that Saskatchewan, like B.C., Ontario and Quebec, enact legislation that...

Can a complainant appeal the outcome of a professional regulatory investigation?

The process for most professional regulatory complaints is largely the same: (1) a complaint is lodged with the regulator; (2) an investigation is undertaken; (3) the investigating body either determines that no further action should be undertaken or the complaint is...

Sean Sinclair Fights to Open Court File

Sean Sinclair, representing the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and the Globe & Mail, brought a successful court application to open up part of a court file about the residential school system settlement. Sean was quoted in the related news story saying, "I...

Jennifer D. Pereira, Q.C. and Sean M. Sinclair recognized as Benchmark Litigation Future Stars

Jennifer D. Pereira, Q.C. and Sean M. Sinclair have been recognized as Benchmark Litigation Future Stars! Benchmark Litigation is the definitive guide to the leading litigation law firms and lawyers around the world. Research is conducted through

Sinclair appointed to the Law Foundation of Saskatchewan

Sean Sinclair has been appointed to the board of directors of the Law Foundation of Saskatchewan. The Law Foundation of Saskatchewan serves an important role in promoting access to justice by funding organizations involved with legal education, legal research, legal aid, law libraries and law reform.

Internet and Social Media Defamation

I commonly receive telephone calls related to internet and social media defamation. The internet and social media are ripe with slanderous statements posted by people who perceive they have absolute anonymity. These posts can impact people’s careers, their families,...

Sean Sinclair presents at STLA Legal Symposium – Civil Law Track

STLA Legal Symposium II Virtual Tracks - Civil Law Sean M. Sinclair will be presenting at the STLA Legal Symposium - Civil Law Track on September 18. Sean will be providing members of the profession a primer on publication bans. September 18 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM CPD...

Summary Judgment in Family Law Proceedings: Where Are We Now?

Summary Judgement in Family Law Proceedings: Where Are We Now? (CPD 259) Join Sean Sinclair (Robertson Stromberg) for this informative discussion about summary judgment in family law proceedings. The “new Rules of Court” were introduced with considerable fanfare and...

Delay in Professional Disciplinary Cases

Abrametz v Law Society of Saskatchewan is an important new decision from the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal dealing with the impact of delay in professional disciplinary cases. The charges against a lawyer under discipline, Peter Abrametz, were stayed by the Court of...

Sinclair lifts publication ban on name of teen

Sean Sinclair successfully brought an application to lift a publication ban for the CBC in a sexual assault and drug trafficking case. The victim, Tonya Pahtayken, a 15-year old leukemia survivor, died shortly after testifying in the criminal trial. There had been a...

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