Congratulations to Darlene Wingerak on her King’s Counsel appointment

by | 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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COVID-19: Why now is not the time to put your life on hold

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

by | 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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Timothy P. Hawryluk, Q.C.

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

by | Dec 6, 2023 | Awards and Accolades, Community, News

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 roots on the prairies, Robertson Stromberg’s lawyers are consistently recognized and considered leaders in their practice areas. The full-service firm delivers impressive results across various practice areas by emphasizing practical solutions.

Over 400 respondents voted to return Robertson Stromberg to the winner’s circle, serving as a testament to its enduring reputation and dedication to delivering optimum client results.

“It’s an unofficial motto that if you do good work, the work will come, and that’s always been our strategy; we will continue to be excellent at what we do, put our clients first, and solve problems efficiently.”

-Jennifer D. Pereira, K.C.

Respondents highlighted the firm’s prowess in the following ways:

  • involvement and commitment to community initiatives
  • a large proportion of lawyers recognized by individual rating services

Robertson Stromberg partner Jennifer D. Pereira, K.C. says, “We think we punch above our weight class in all practice areas, and our lawyers practice in Saskatchewan, but they also go into Manitoba and Alberta from time to time, and their reputation is that we’re good at what we do”

“We consider ourselves to be a full-service firm, so no matter where our lawyers land in that full service, there is an expectation that they become the best at what they do.”

Canadian Lawyer’s 2023-2024 awardees are also being lauded for their dedication to the following:

  • practical client-centred service
  • competitive and ethical billing practices
  • professionalism and integrity
  • their lawyers, who are leading in their respective fields
  • the breadth and depth of their expertise and experience

Congratulations to everyone at RS on this remarkable achievement.

You can read the full article on Canadian Lawyer’s website.

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James Steele Published in Saskatchewan Law Review

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James Steele Published in the Advocate

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James Steele to present at Webinar – When Estates Go to Court: Recent Saskatchewan Decisions (CPD 368)

by | Sep 7, 2023 | Community, Estate Litigation, James D Steele, Lawyers, News, Wills, Estates, Trusts, Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney

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 one to two years. James will outline the facts of each decision and then offer a practical takeaway from each.

When Estates Go to Court: Recent Saskatchewan Decisions

Presented by: James Steele

Oct 12, 2023 | $90 + GST LSS Members

To register for the webinar, click here.

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Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. Appointed Public Inquest Coroner

by | Jul 25, 2023 | Community, Lawyers, News, Timothy P Hawryluk

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 inquest is to establish when and where the Ms. Bear died and the medical cause and manner of her 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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Robertson Stromberg Celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day

by | Jun 21, 2023 | Community, News

Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day! Today is a day to celebrate and honour Indigenous peoples’ history, culture, and contributions to Canada. At Robertson Stromberg, we acknowledge the strength and diversity of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.

Robertson Stromberg is recognizing National Indigenous Peoples Day by supporting Indigenous-owned businesses in Saskatoon. Supporting local Indigenous businesses is important to promote economic empowerment, cultural preservation and reconciliation. According to the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business, Indigenous peoples are creating businesses at nine times the rate of the average non-Indigenous Canadian. Robertson Stromberg is proud to build relationships and partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses in order to foster respect, help grow the economy and reaffirm our commitment to reconciliation.

Let’s celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day together. #NIPD2023

Happy National Indigenous People’s Day! Today is a day to celebrate and honour Indigenous peoples’ history, culture, and contributions to Canada. At Robertson Stromberg, we acknowledge the strength and diversity of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.

Robertson Stromberg is recognizing National Indigenous Peoples Day by supporting Indigenous-owned businesses in Saskatoon. Supporting local Indigenous businesses is important to promote economic empowerment, cultural preservation and reconciliation. According to the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business, Indigenous peoples are creating businesses at nine times the rate of the average non-Indigenous Canadian. Robertson Stromberg is proud to build relationships and partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses in order to foster respect, help grow the economy and reaffirm our commitment to reconciliation.

Let’s celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day together. #NIPD2023

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