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Several times each month, we are pleased to republish a recent book review from the Canadian Law Library Review (CLLR). CLLR is the official journal of the Canadian Association of Law Libraries (CALL/ACBD), and its reviews cover both practice-oriented and academic publications related to the law. Th … Read more »

The persecution of lawyers in Belarus is the focus of attention during the 15th international Day of the Endangered Lawyer on 24 January 2025. This international day has been observed by lawyers around the world on the 24th of January every year since 2010. Each year the focus is on a country where … Read more »

In a legal industry increasingly defined by change and disruption, micro-credential courses can give lawyers the flexibility they need to adapt and thrive in the profession. With over 50 certificates offered across more than 25 subject areas that run the gamut of legal practice, Osgoode Professional … Read more »

2024 has been a tough year. I don’t know about you, but I needed to end the year with something good to cling to going into 2025. The Advent season spurred a lot of talk about hope, so I looked for things that provided a glimpse of hope for the future of access to justice in BC and beyond. We are ti … Read more »

Every week we present the summary of a decision handed down by a Québec court provided to us by SOQUIJ and considered to be of interest to our readers throughout Canada. SOQUIJ is attached to the Québec Department of Justice and collects, analyzes, enriches, and disseminates legal information in Qué … Read more »