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James Steele Presents to Law Students

by Robertson Stromberg | Oct 2, 2024 | James D Steele, Lawyers, News

James Steele will be presenting to law students at the University of Saskatchewan today. Students in Wills will hear from James on the topic of estate litigation from a practitioner’s perspective.

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James Steele Presents to Law Students

James Steele will be presenting to law students at the University of Saskatchewan today. Students in Wills will hear from James on the topic of estate litigation from a practitioner’s perspective.Related News and Articles

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Concentra Trust v Calvary United Church, 2024 SKKB 139

The recent Saskatchewan King’s Bench decision in Concentra Trust v Calvary United Church, displays the Court’s power to save a charitable gift in a Will, so that an estate gift still flows to another charitable object which closely resembles the testator’s original...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Levesque v Klarenbach, 2024 SKKB 130

The recent Saskatchewan King’s Bench decision in Levesque v Klarenbach, offers a reminder of the limits that some judges may impose on an application to compel disclosure from a power of attorney.Background: The background of Levesque involved the below facts: Darlene...

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,...

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Join Tiffany Paulsen, KC at the STLA Appellate Advocacy Seminar

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 24, 2024 | Lawyers, News, Tiffany M Paulsen

Join Tiffany Paulsen, KC at the STLA Appellate Advocacy Seminar

Tiffany Paulsen, KC will be a panelist at the STLA Appellate Advocacy Seminar on October 11, 2024. Co-presenting on the topic of current appellate caselaw, Tiffany will share her insights on how family law is being shaped at Saskatchewan’s Court of Appeal.

For more information or to register, click here.

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13 Robertson Stromberg lawyers recognized in the Best Lawyers in Canada 2025 guide

On behalf of the entire firm, we’re pleased to announce that 13 of our lawyers have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2025 guide. In addition, Scott D. Waters, K.C., has received the prestigious “Lawyer of the Year” designation for his work in...

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

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.

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...

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Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. Appointed Coroner in Daniel Evans Inquest

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 16, 2024 | Community, Lawyers, News, Timothy P Hawryluk

Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. will preside as coroner at the inquest relating to the death of Daniel Evans who died while held in custody at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre. The inquest is scheduled to start on September 16, 2024 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The purpose of the inquest is to establish when and where the Mr. Evans died and the medical cause and manner of his death. Thereafter the inquest jury may make recommendations to prevent similar deaths in the future.

For more information about the inquest, click here.

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Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. Appointed Coroner in Daniel Evans Inquest

Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. will preside as coroner at the inquest relating to the death of Daniel Evans who died while held in custody at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre. The inquest is scheduled to start on September 16, 2024 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The purpose of...

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

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....

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

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...

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...

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13 Robertson Stromberg lawyers recognized in the Best Lawyers in Canada 2025 guide

by Robertson Stromberg | Aug 29, 2024 | Awards and Accolades, Candice D Grant, Christopher J H Donald, Darlene N Wingerak, Jared D Epp, Jennifer D Pereira, Kirsten M Hnatuk, Lawyers, Leslie W Prosser, M Kim Anderson, Melvin A Gerspacher, Misty S Alexandre, News, Scott D Waters, Sean M Sinclair, Tiffany M Paulsen

Best Lawyers Award Badge

On behalf of the entire firm, we’re pleased to announce that 13 of our lawyers have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2025 guide. In addition, Scott D. Waters, K.C., has received the prestigious “Lawyer of the Year” designation for his work in Banking and Finance Law.

Recognition by Best Lawyers is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor, conferred on a lawyer by their peers. For more than four decades, Best Lawyers has earned the respect of the profession, the media and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals anywhere.

Congratulations to the following Robertson Stromberg lawyers:

MISTY S. ALEXANDRE

Construction Law

M KIM ANDERSON, K.C.

Banking and Finance Law

Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law

CHRISTOPHER J.H. DONALD, K.C.

Corporate Law

JARED D. EPP

Construction Law

MELVIN A. GERSPACHER, K.C., FCPA, FCA

Tax Law

CANDICE D. GRANT

Education Law

Labour and Employment Law

Kirsten M. Hnatuk

Family Law Mediation

TIFFANY M. PAULSEN, K.C.

Family Law

Family Law Mediation

JENNIFER D. PEREIRA, K.C.

Corporate and Commercial Litigation

Insurance Law

LESLIE W. PROSSER, K.C.

Corporate Law

Mining Law

Natural Resources Law

Sean M. Sinclair

Administrative and Public Law

SCOTT D. WATERS, K.C.

Banking and Finance Law

Corporate Governance Practice

Corporate Law

Darlene N. Wingerak, K.C.

Trusts and Estates

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13 Robertson Stromberg lawyers recognized in the Best Lawyers in Canada 2025 guide

On behalf of the entire firm, we’re pleased to announce that 13 of our lawyers have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2025 guide. In addition, Scott D. Waters, K.C., has received the prestigious “Lawyer of the Year” designation for his work in...

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

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...

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...

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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.

Learn more about James

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James Steele Presents to Law Students

James Steele will be presenting to law students at the University of Saskatchewan today. Students in Wills will hear from James on the topic of estate litigation from a practitioner’s perspective.Related News and Articles

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Concentra Trust v Calvary United Church, 2024 SKKB 139

The recent Saskatchewan King’s Bench decision in Concentra Trust v Calvary United Church, displays the Court’s power to save a charitable gift in a Will, so that an estate gift still flows to another charitable object which closely resembles the testator’s original...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Levesque v Klarenbach, 2024 SKKB 130

The recent Saskatchewan King’s Bench decision in Levesque v Klarenbach, offers a reminder of the limits that some judges may impose on an application to compel disclosure from a power of attorney.Background: The background of Levesque involved the below facts: Darlene...

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,...

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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.

Learn more about Jenn

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13 Robertson Stromberg lawyers recognized in the Best Lawyers in Canada 2025 guide

On behalf of the entire firm, we’re pleased to announce that 13 of our lawyers have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2025 guide. In addition, Scott D. Waters, K.C., has received the prestigious “Lawyer of the Year” designation for his work in...

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

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.

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...

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