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Join James Steele for a Law Society of Saskatchewan CPD Replay – When Estates Go to Court: Recent Saskatchewan Decisions

by Robertson Stromberg | Jun 26, 2024 | James D Steele, Lawyers, News

Several recent Saskatchewan decisions provide guidance on various estate law topics. These include issues related to estate administration, as well as more contentious issues such as will challenges. This webinar summarizes some of the recent Saskatchewan decisions within the past two years. On July 10, 2024, James will outline the facts of each decision and then offer a practical takeaway from each.

CPD REPLAY – When Estates Go to Court: Recent Saskatchewan Decisions (CPD 368)

July 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CST

Qualifies for 1.0 CPD Hour.

To register for the Webinar, click here.

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Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Miller v Miller Estate, 2024 SKCA 70

The recent Saskatchewan Court of Appeal decision in Miller v Miller Estate, 2024 SKCA 70, confronted the issue of when a party, who seeks to appeal a decision made by a Chambers judge, first requires leave to appeal. For context, in order to appeal certain decisions...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Walker v Hunter, 2024 SKCA 34

This post discusses the recent decision of the Court of Appeal for Saskatchewan in Walker v Hunter, 2024 SKCA 34. This decision offers an illustration of when a lawsuit may be struck out, on the basis that it is statute barred (i.e. commenced too late). Such a...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Haines v Kuffner Estate, 2024 SKKB 51

The recent Saskatchewan King’s Bench decision in Haines v Kuffner Estate is an example of the Court’s ability to validate a document, which may not have been executed with all the normal formalities. This flexibility offers the ability to ensure, as far as possible,...

Join James Steele for a Law Society of Saskatchewan CPD Replay – When Estates Go to Court: Recent Saskatchewan Decisions

Robertson Stromberg Lawyers Recognized in the 2024 Edition of the Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory

Congratulations to Misty S. Alexandre, M. Kim Anderson, K.C., Christopher J.H. Donald, K.C., Jared D. Epp, Tiffany M. Paulsen, K.C., Jennifer D. Pereira, K.C., Leslie W. Prosser, K.C., and Sean M. Sinclair, who have been recognized by their peers in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory for 2023.

James Steele Presents at Canadian Bar Association (Sask) Mid-Winter Meeting

Join James Steele at the Canadian Bar Association (Saskatchewan)’s Mid Winter Meeting in Regina on January 25, 2024. James will be addressing amendments to Part 16 of the King’s Bench Rules and their implication on estate administration. 2024 Mid-Winter Meeting...

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Join Jennifer Pereira, K.C. at the Women Change Makers Panel hosted by CBA Saskatchewan

by Robertson Stromberg | Jun 6, 2024 | Jennifer D Pereira, Lawyers, News

Join Jennifer Pereira, K.C. at the Women Change Makers Panel hosted by CBA Saskatchewan

Jennifer will be moderating a discussion with outstanding members of the legal profession in Saskatchewan. Representing the first female CBA Saskatchewan President, the lawyer who was instrumental in establishing Unified Family Court, and recipients of the CBA Distinguished Service Award the session will focus on remarkable lawyers and their careers. The panel qualifies for 1.5 CPD hours.

Women Change Makers Panel

June 13, 2024
1:30 – 3:00 pm

Saskatoon Club

To register, click here.

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Join Jennifer Pereira, K.C. at the Women Change Makers Panel hosted by CBA Saskatchewan

Join Jennifer Pereira, K.C. at the Women Change Makers Panel hosted by CBA Saskatchewan Jennifer will be moderating a discussion with outstanding members of the legal profession in Saskatchewan. Representing the first female CBA Saskatchewan President, the...

Robertson Stromberg Lawyers Recognized in the 2024 Edition of the Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory

Robertson Stromberg lawyers recognized in the 18th Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada

Robertson Stromberg LLP proudly announces that 11 of its lawyers have been honoured and recognized in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada! In addition, two lawyers have received the prestigious “Lawyer of the Year” designation – Misty S. Alexandre for her...

Case Summary: Workman Optometry Professional Corporation v. Certas Home and Auto Insurance Company, 2023 ONSC 3356

Recently, the Ontario Superior Court released its decision in Workman Optometry Professional Corporation v. Certas Home and Auto Insurance Company, 2023 ONSC 3356 (“Workman Optometry”). Workman Optometry is a national class action comprised of businesses alleged to...

National Volunteer Week 2023: Highlighting our Community Involvement

From April 16 to 22, Canadians celebrate National Volunteer Week (NVW2023). This year’s theme is Volunteering Weaves Us Together, highlighting the importance of volunteering in our communities through actions that connect us with one another and strengthening our...

8 Robertson Stromberg Lawyers recognized by their peers in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory for 2023

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Robertson Stromberg Lawyers Recognized in the 2024 Edition of the Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory

by Robertson Stromberg | Mar 12, 2024 | James D Steele, Jared D Epp, Jennifer D Pereira, Leslie W Prosser, M Kim Anderson, Misty S Alexandre, News, Scott D Waters, Sean M Sinclair

Robertson Stromberg is proud to announce the 2024 edition of the Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory has ranked 8 RS lawyers across 8 unique practice areas. Congratulations to the following lawyers for being named leading practitioners in their respective practice areas:

Misty S. Alexandre

M Kim Anderson, K.C.

Jared D. Epp

Jennifer D. Pereira, K.C.

Leslie W. Prosser, K.C.

Sean M. Sinclair

James D. Steele

Scott D. Waters

The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, published since 1997, is based on an extensive peer survey process. It includes profiles of leading practitioners across Canada in 66 practice areas and leading law firms in 41 practice areas.

The publication also features articles highlighting current legal issues and recent developments of importance written by leading practitioners across Canada. To learn more, click here.

Canadian Lawyer recognizes Robertson Stromberg as a Top Prairie Law Firm for 2023-2024

Robertson Stromberg is proud to be recognized by Canadian Lawyer as a Top Prairie Law Firm for 2023–24, a recurring roster of exceptional legal service providers that continue to shine for their unmatched expertise and high-quality work in western Canada. With deep...

Robertson Stromberg LLP listed as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms of 2024 by the Globe and Mail

Robertson Stromberg LLP has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms of 2024 by the Globe and Mail. The award list is based on over 10,000 recommendations collected from peers and clients. The final list recognizes only 200 firms in 31 different fields of law....

Kemi Adegoke Joins Robertson Stromberg as Associate

Congratulations to Kemi Adegoke on her call to the Saskatchewan Bar and on joining Robertson Stromberg LLP as an Associate!Kemi graduated with a Bachelor of Laws degree from Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria, in 2005 – LL.B (Hons). After graduating from the...

Robertson Stromberg lawyers recognized in the 18th Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada

Chris Donald Appointed to St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation Board

Congratulations to Chris Donald on his recent appointment to the Board of Directors for the St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation. Founded in 1982, the Paul's Hospital Foundation is a registered charity that raises, manages and allocates funds in support of St. Paul’s...

National Volunteer Week 2023: Highlighting our Community Involvement

Clavelle Successfully Advocates for Developer

On January 3, 2023, the Development Appeals Board for Saskatoon allowed an appeal brought by Curtis Clavelle of Robertson Stromberg LLP on behalf of Arbutus Properties Ltd. to lift a holding symbol with respect to land Arbutus wished to develop in Saskatoon. The...

Join Robertson Stromberg in cheering on articling student Kane Fritzler on the new season of Survivor

Robertson Stromberg is delighted to share that our articling student Kane Fritzler has a new experience to add to his resume - Survivor Season 44 contestant! Shortly after graduating from law school in spring 2022, Kane embarked on an entirely different type of...

M. Kim Anderson, K.C. receives CBA (Sask) Distinguished Service Award

We are pleased to announce that M. Kim Anderson, K.C., has been awarded the Canadian Bar Association Distinguished Service Award for 2023. The Distinguished Service Award recognizes contributions and/or achievements by members of the Saskatchewan Branch of the...

Jennifer Pereira, K.C. receives Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan)

Robertson Stromberg LLP is proud to announce that Jennifer D. Pereira, K.C. is a recipient of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan). The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan) celebrates the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty's accession to the Throne...

James Steele Joins Robertson Stromberg LLP Partnership

Congratulations to James Steele who became Robertson Stromberg’s newest partner on January 1, 2023. James joined Robertson Stromberg as an articling student and, since his call to the bar in 2015, has been an important member of the litigation department.James has...

Les Prosser, K.C. receives Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan)

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan) celebrates the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty's accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada. This award honours those who have made a positive impact on our province. Les was recognized for his outstanding...

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Congratulations to Darlene Wingerak on her King’s Counsel appointment

by Robertson Stromberg | Jan 26, 2024 | Community, Darlene N Wingerak, Lawyers, News

In a press release today, the Attorney General announced four additional appointments to those announced in December 2023.

King’s Counsel appointments are based on recommendations from a selection committee consisting of Saskatchewan’s Justice Minister and Attorney General, the Chief Justice of the Court of Appeal for Saskatchewan or Chief Justice of the Court of King’s Bench, and past presidents of the Saskatchewan branch of the Canadian Bar Association and Law Society of Saskatchewan.

“These are outstanding lawyers who have made significant contributions to the legal profession in Saskatchewan,” Justice Minister and Attorney General Bronwyn Eyre said. “Within their different areas of practice and expertise, each is eminently deserving of this designation.”

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Congratulations to Darlene Wingerak on her King’s Counsel appointment

In a press release today, the Attorney General announced four additional appointments to those announced in December 2023. King’s Counsel appointments are based on recommendations from a selection committee consisting of Saskatchewan's Justice Minister and Attorney...

National Volunteer Week 2023: Highlighting our Community Involvement

Robertson Stromberg Celebrates International Women’s Day 2023 on March 8

On March 8, International Women's Day (IWD2023) is celebrated around the world as a time to recognize and appreciate the achievements of women.The theme for this year's celebration is DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality, which aims to highlight the...

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...

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,...

Darlene Wingerak presents at CBA Labour and Employment Law Symposium

CBA LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW ONLINE SYMPOSIUM Join Darlene Wingerak as she discusses mediation ethics at the CBA Labour and Employment Law Symposium on November 9. The session will discuss ethical issues arising in mediations for both lawyers and mediators,...

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Tim Hawryluk K.C. Appointed Coroner’s Counsel in James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon Mass Casualty Inquest

by Robertson Stromberg | Jan 24, 2024 | Community, Lawyers, News, Timothy P Hawryluk

The Province of Saskatchewan’s Chief Coroner has appointed Partner Timothy Hawryluk KC as Coroner’s Counsel in the James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon Mass Casualty Inquest. Tim is being supported by a team which includes Partner Candice Grant and Associate Tessa Wall.

The James Smith Mass Casualty Inquest is currently proceeding in Melfort, Saskatchewan. The Inquest is inquiring into the circumstances surrounding the largest mass stabbing event in Canadian history, which tragically resulted in 11 homicides and 17 attempted homicides. The resulting RCMP homicide investigation was the largest investigation conducted in the Province of Saskatchewan’s history, which involved over 500 members of the RCMP, 42 crime scenes, 257 witnesses, and in excess of 121,000 pages of investigatory materials.

The Inquest is reported to be the largest-scale coroners inquest in Canadian history. For more information, click here.

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Tim Hawryluk K.C. Appointed Coroner’s Counsel in James Smith Cree Nation and Weldon Mass Casualty Inquest

Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. Appointed Public Inquest Coroner

Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. will preside as coroner at the inquest relating to the death of Marlene Bear who died while held in custody at the Sandy Bay RCMP detachment. The inquest is scheduled for August 21 to 25, 2023 in Creighton, Saskatchewan. The purpose of the...

National Volunteer Week 2023: Highlighting our Community Involvement

Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. Appointed Public Inquest Coroner

Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. will preside as coroner at the inquest relating to the death of Curtis McKenzie, an inmate at the Saskatchewan Penitentiary. The inquest is scheduled for October 31 to November 4, 2022, in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. The purpose of the inquest...

Lunch and Learn with Tim Hawryluk

The Saskatoon Construction Association is offering its members a lunch hour legal information session on November 13th. The Robertson Stromberg Lunch and Learn, presented by Tim Hawryluk, will discuss the best approaches to one of the most challenging prospects for...

Timothy P. Hawryluk, Q.C.

Robertson Stromberg is pleased to announce that Tim Hawryluk is among those being honoured with the Queen's Counsel designation for contributions to the legal profession and public service. Don Morgan, Saskatchewan Attorney General and Minister...

Students Join Tiffany Paulsen and Marinko Jelovic at USask Career Forum

by Robertson Stromberg | Jan 11, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Ben W Parsonson, Lawyers, News, Tiffany M Paulsen

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University of Saskatchewan law students are invited to join Tiffany Paulsen and Marinko Jelovic at the USask Career Forum. Tiffany and Marinko will be discussing their careers at a session titled Life as a Litigator vs. Life as a Solicitor. The presentation takes place on January 13, 2024, at 9:40 am.

For more information and to register, click here.

Students Join Tiffany Paulsen and Marinko Jelovic at USask Career Forum

University of Saskatchewan law students are invited to join Tiffany Paulsen and Marinko Jelovic at the USask Career Forum. Tiffany and Marinko will be discussing their careers at a session titled Life as a Litigator vs. Life as a Solicitor. The presentation takes...

Marinko Jelovic Presents at Canadian Bar Association (Sask) Mid-Winter Meeting

Join Marinko Jelovic at the CBA (Sask) Mid-Winter Meeting Marinko Jelovic will be presenting at the Canadian Bar Association (Sask)’s Mid-Winter Meeting on January 25, 2024. As part of a panel entitled “Practice Management: How to Build and Maintain an Effective...

Congratulations to Jennifer D. Pereira, K.C. for receiving the Justice W. Frank Gerein Memorial Award

Established in 2017 by the Saskatchewan Trial Lawyers Association (STLA), the Justice W. Frank Gerein Memorial Award honours members of the profession who have made outstanding contributions to the legal community through involvement in voluntary and cause-related...

Join Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. for Women in the Lead: Navigating the Political Labyrinth

Join Tiffany Paulsen, K.C., for Women in the Lead: Navigating the Political LabyrinthWednesday, October 4, 2023 4:00 - 6:00 pm Networking to followJoin Tiffany Paulen, K.C., on October 4 for Women in the Lead: Navigating the Political Labyrinth. Hosted by Business...

Robertson Stromberg lawyers recognized in the 18th Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada

National Volunteer Week 2023: Highlighting our Community Involvement

Join Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. at Limited Scope Legal Services Webinar

Join Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. at Limited Scope Legal Services WebinarWednesday, March 22 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CSTMembers of the Law Society of Saskatchewan are invited to a free webinar on Limited Scope Retainers. This virtual lunch and learn gives lawyers the opportunity...

8 Robertson Stromberg Lawyers recognized by their peers in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory for 2023

Robertson Stromberg Celebrates International Women’s Day 2023 on March 8

Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. presents at CBA (Sask) Mid-Winter Meeting

Join Tiffany Paulsen, K.C., at the Canadian Bar Association (Sask) Mid-Winter Meeting on January 27, 2022, where she will participate in a panel discussion about mediation and arbitration. Drawing on her experience as an arbitrator and mediator, Tiffany will share her...

Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. and Ben Parsonson present at 2023 Career Forum

Law Students are invited to meet Tiffany Paulsen K.C. and Ben Parsonson at Career Forum 2023. If you are a law student at the University of Saskatchewan, join Tiffany Paulsen K.C. and Marinko Jelovic at the 2023 Career Forum hosted by the University of Saskatchewan,...

Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. to Participate in Family Law Panel

Join Tiffany Paulsen, K.C., at the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Law on October 25, 2022, where she will participate in a panel discussion entitled Using Data and Design for Action: Next Steps For Family Justice in Saskatchewan. The discussion will include...

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