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How you can learn conflict resolution from Harry Potter November 23, 2020
PART 2: Gap in the law: Exposure to your ex even when you have a will September 30, 2020
Gap in the Law: Exposure to your Ex when you Don’t have a Will August 27, 2020
The Problem of Racist Wills in Ontario July 16, 2020
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My article for the OBA's Alternative Dispute Resolution section: How you can Learn Conflict Resolution from Harry Potter has now been uploaded and ready for viewing on the Gale Law Estate Lit Blog! Be sure to check it out by clicking the link below.

https://galelaw.ca/how-you-can-learn-conflict-resolution-from-harry-potter/

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I am excited to share with a joint effort initiative published by The Lawyer's Daily discussing initiatives that we in the elder law section at the OBA, in our new COVID-19 Long Term Care Task Force have done and our advocacy for seniors in LTC homes.

https://www.thelawyersdaily.ca/articles/22479/lawyers-care-about-long-term-care?spotlight=1

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The OBA has a new event happening on Monday, November 23rd! This event will explore the impact of the CRPD in Ontario and the opportunities for utilizing it to better represent and access justice for persons with disabilities.

For registration, visit https://www.cbapd.org/details_en.aspx?id=ON_ON20ELD08X.

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I will be the OBA's Elder Law program chair for an exciting and informative upcoming virtual event, Safety in Long-Term Care: Making Sense of the Gillese Report & the Government Response.

To register, visit the OBA website! Hope to see you all there!

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From all of us at Gale Law, we would like to take a moment to honour and remember the men and women who have served, and continued to serve Canada during times of war, conflict, and peace.

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My brief article for the @obalawyers Alternative D

My brief article for the @obalawyers Alternative Dispute Resolution section: How you can Learn Conflict Resolution from Harry Potter has now been uploaded and ready for viewing on the Gale Law Estate Lit Blog!

This article is an abridged version of my Dispute Resolution (Mediation) LLM thesis paper which looks into Bernard Mayer's Wheel of Conflict Resolution, while analyzing the recurring themes of culture, power, personality, and data and how these themes create a framework in resolving conflict not just in the Harry Potter series, but in our own lives as well.

I highly recommend this read, so be sure to check it out by clicking the link below.

https://galelaw.ca/how-you-can-learn-conflict-resolution-from-harry-potter/

#GaleLaw #HarryPotter #EstateLitigation #Conflictresolution #conflict #OBA #ADR #disputes #law #wheelofconflictresolution #article

I am very excited to share with a joint effort ini

I am very excited to share with a joint effort initiative published by The Lawyer's Daily discussing initiatives that we in the elder law section at the OBA, in our new COVID-19 Long Term Care Task Force have done and our strong advocacy for seniors in Long Term Care Homes.

Check out the article here:
https://www.thelawyersdaily.ca/articles/22479/lawyers-care-about-long-term-care?spotlight=1

For more information on the OBAs Elder Law section, visit: oba.org/sections/elder-law

#GaleLaw #Estatelitigation #TheLawyersDaily #newblog #OBA #Elderlaw #LTC #seniors #law #COVID #Ontario

The OBA Elder Law program has a new event happenin

The OBA Elder Law program has a new event happening on Monday, November 23rd! This event will touch on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and will explore the impact of the CRPD in Ontario and the opportunities for utilizing it to better represent and access justice for persons with disabilities.

The program runs from 12 - 2pm (EDT) and is being held virtually. For fees and registration, visit https://www.cbapd.org/details_en.aspx?id=ON_ON20ELD08X.

This event is the perfect opportunity for anyone interested in elder law and how the CRPD has been implemented to help persons in disabilities, so be sure to tune in!

#GaleLaw #OBA #CBA #ElderLaw #Estatelitigation #law #event #CRPD #diabilities #rights #virtual #UnitedNations

I wanted to send a huge thank you to all of our ne

I wanted to send a huge thank you to all of our new mentors who are now part of our mentor program with NCA Network! We are very excited to have your on board with us! View our amazing mentors by visiting: https://ncanetwork.com/meet-the-mentors/.

For those who do not know, I am the co-founder of a diversity and inclusion group NCA Network which helps foster a community for NCA students and alumni lawyers who went to law school outside of Canada, much like myself! The mentor program is perfect for internationally trained lawyers who are looking to help and guide our mentees (usually law students or NCA students) by sharing their knowledge about the unique licensing process required for internationally trained law students. Most importantly, it helps bring a strong sense of community to those in the field of law.

If you are looking to become a mentor for this exciting program, email info@ncanetwork.com to learn more!

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Some exciting news! I will be the OBA’s Elder La

Some exciting news! I will be the OBA’s Elder Law program chair for an exciting and informative upcoming virtual event on December 9th, Safety in Long-Term Care: Making Sense of the Gillese Report & the Government Response. This event highlights Justice Gillese' Report, which dealt with the recommendations and issues with the safety and security of residents in long-term care homes in Ontario.

This event will unravel the recommendations from the Report and how these elements may affect your practice, especially during COVID-19, and you will have the opportunity to hear from some great guests as well, including Honourable Justice Eileen E. Gillese (Court of Appeal for Ontario), Donna Duncan (Chief Executive Officer, Ontario Long Term Care Association), and Jane Meadus (Advocacy Centre for the Elderly)!

Here is the link to register for the event! Hope to see you there!

https://www.cbapd.org/details_en.aspx?id=ON_ON20ELD12X

#GaleLaw #EstateLitigation #GilleseReport #virtualevent #JusticeGillese #OBA #OntarioBarAssociation #event #LTC #Ontario #elderlaw #longtermcare #explorepage #canada

From all of us at Gale Law, we would like to take

From all of us at Gale Law, we would like to take a moment to honour and remember the men and women who have served, and continued to serve Canada during times of war, conflict, and peace.

#GaleLaw #RemembranceDay2020 #thankyou #Canada #lestweforget #veteransday

I’m so excited to share with you all my new arti

I’m so excited to share with you all my new article for the OBA’s Alternative Dispute Resolution section: How You Can Learn Conflict Resolution from Harry Potter.

This article is the abridged version of my Dispute Resolution (Mediation) LLM thesis paper where I delved into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and compared it to Bernard Mayer’s Wheel of Conflict Resolution!

Over the past few months I’ve spent time enjoying the Harry Potter novels and had realized how conflict seems to be a strong reoccurring theme throughout. This article is the perfect read for anyone who is interested in conflict, in what can be done to avoid conflict, and of course Harry Potter!

I discuss and how the overarching themes of culture, power, personality, and data play into the events that occur throughout the series of novels, and how these themes should be seen as a framework to resolving conflict in our everyday lives.

Check out the article link below and let me know your thoughts!

https://www.oba.org/Sections/Alternative-Dispute-Resolution/Articles/Articles-2020/November-2020/How-You-Can-Learn-Conflict-Resolution-from-Harry-P

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November is the OBA’s Make a Will Month! Have

November is the OBA’s Make a Will Month!

Have you made your will yet, has it been updated, or been thinking about whether it is the right time? Wondering about what happens when you or a significant other dies without a will? These are all very important questions to ask yourself as we should all be prepared. I am very passionate about these issues, which is why I’ve created many articles to help with these will-related issues! Be sure to check out the Gale Law Estate Lit Blog for tons of helpful articles on making a will and it’s importance.

If you’re looking into what happens if you or someone you love dies without a will, click this link!

https://galelaw.ca/2019/08/

#GaleLaw #EstateLitigation #OBAMakeAWillMonth #OBA #wills #estates #blog #November #makeawill

#ThrowbackThursday to last year where I attended t

#ThrowbackThursday to last year where I attended the CPA and Lawyer Mixer event, and this year I had the opportunity to speak at this same event virtually! It is always nice to mingle with accountants and fellow lawyers whether in person or online.

Thanks again to CPA Canada for organizing this fun event, and I look forward to more fun events (virtual and in-person) in the near future!

#GaleLaw #EstateLitigation #CPA #tbt #event #virtual #thankyou #accountants #lawyers

We'd like to send a big congratulations to Malvin

We'd like to send a big congratulations to Malvin Seto in his new role as Associate Lawyer at Gale Law! We had the pleasure over this past month to work with Malvin as a legal researcher and are so excited to bring on as an associate. We appreciate his hard work and dedication to the team!

A little bit about Malvin:
Malvin is a law graduate from Queen's University from the Juris Doctor program and is a STEP Canada Candidate pursuing his TEP Designation, as well as an active member of the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers ("FACL").

During law school, Malvin participated in various groups and organizations, including Queen's Elder Law Clinic, the Community Advocacy and Legal Centre, and had volunteered with Pro Bono Students of Canada.

Before attending law school, Malvin completed an Honours Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

On Malvin's spare time, Malvin enjoys soccer (he's a big Chelsea FC fan!), and has a new love for golf!

#GaleLaw #Congrats #AssociateLawyer #EstateLitigation #TorontoLaw #Promotion

Make sure to mark your calendars! Tomorrow is the

Make sure to mark your calendars! Tomorrow is the OBA's "Tackling Systemic Bias while Building more Inclusive ADR Practices" webcast!

This will be an exciting program to help you as a lawyer and/or ADR practitioner to continue to understand and work to eliminate bias, at the individual and systemic level. Learn the basics of bias, how to identify it, and tips and tricks to mitigate and prevent systemic bias in your ADR processes. The program also includes insight from leading thinkers in law on equity, diversity, inclusion, bias, and harm!

Register now to secure your spot for this informative program, you won't want to miss out!

https://www.cbapd.org/details_en.aspx?id=ON_ON20ADR07I

#GaleLaw #OBA #EstateLitigation #ADR #program #bias #newevent

I am so grateful for being asked to speak at the O

I am so grateful for being asked to speak at the Ontario Estates Forum two days ago! Not only was it a great opportunity to speak at the event, but it was also fun to chat with colleagues about all things estate litigation!

Thank you to Andrew Bowyer, Kimberly Whaley, Elena Mamay, Krista Simon and Charles Ticker, and thank you all for tuning in, and I hope to see you at my next event! Make sure to stay up to date with Gale Law events and news by checking in to my Instagram/ LinkedIn!

#GaleLaw #EstateLitigation #thankyou #guestspeaker #EstatesForum #estateplanning #virtual

Welcoming a new member to the Gale Law team! We ar

Welcoming a new member to the Gale Law team! We are so excited to have Malvin Seto join us as our Legal Researcher, Estates and Trusts, and what better way to give him a warm welcome than a socially distant, outdoor patio lunch at Bymark!

We look forward to working with you Malvin!

#GaleLaw #newmember #EstateLitigation #researcher #Toronto #Bymark

Upcoming event next week! Make sure to mark your c

Upcoming event next week! Make sure to mark your calendars and register for this year's Ontario Estates Forum, happening October 21st and 22nd from 1 - 5pm. I am honored to be one of many speakers at this exciting event, and I'm hoping to see you all there!

This event will focus on key contexts, challenges, and opportunities for professionals in Ontario's estate planning community, and will have a special focus on COVID-19 and it's impact on our communities. There will be a chance to engage with other members as well.

Link to register? Visit www.estatesforum.ca.

#GaleLaw #EstateLitigation #OntarioEstatesForum #virtualevent #estateplanning

Although this year took an unexpected turn, there

Although this year took an unexpected turn, there is still so much to be thankful for! Feeling so grateful for all the friends, family, and colleagues I've had to support me, and it is always so sweet to receive such beautiful gifts from friends like Birute from Portfolio Law!

From all of us at Gale Law - wishing you all a happy Thanksgiving and a safe long weekend!

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Very excited for tonight's "Virtual CPA and Lawyer

Very excited for tonight's "Virtual CPA and Lawyer Networking Mixer" event at 7 -10pm! There will be opening remarks from Alice Li, CPA, CA, Seann McAleese, LL.B, and myself!

If looking to register still, check out this link: https://www.oba.org/Sections/Taxation-Law/News/CPA-Lawyer-Networking-Mixer-(1). This event is free!

Thank you Miranda Reis for organizing this fun event and I'm looking forward to seeing you all there!

#GaleLaw #EstateLitigation #Law #TorontoLaw #Lawyers #Lawfirm #CPA #OBA #Networking #entrepreneur #business #virtual #Canadianlaw #Canada #Toronto #speaker #ExplorePage #LawyersofInstagram

Feeling thankful to have such great friends in thi

Feeling thankful to have such great friends in this community like Birute Luksenaite from Portfolio Law. I sent her this box at the end of August and although it got lost along the way, I am happy that she was able to receive it and still enjoy the gift!

Thank you Birute for being so kind and always thinking of me! Your friendship is much appreciated!

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#ICYMI Check out this brief article I co-wrote for

#ICYMI Check out this brief article I co-wrote for The Lawyer's Daily with Giancarlo Mignardi on a major gap in the legal system, "Exposure to your ex even when you have a will". This is part 2 of a two- part blog segment, and are now up on the Gale Law Estate Lit Blog!

In part 1, we discuss separating from a significant other when you do not have a will, and what legal implications can occur. During part 2, we add to this by discussing what happens when there is a will but have not updated the estate plan following separation. Both are tricky situations, so I hope you all find this insightful!

Both are now up on the Gale Law Estate Lit Blog! Check them out here:
PART 1: https://galelaw.ca/gap-in-the-law-exposure-to-your-ex-when-you-dont-have-a-will/
PART 2: https://galelaw.ca/gap-in-the-law-exposure-to-your-ex-even-when-you-have-a-will/

#GaleLaw #EstateLitigation #TheLawyersDaily #lawyers #estates #wills #litigation #trusts #separation #divorce #law #CanadianLaw #Toronto #FinancialDistrict #legalsystem #ex #blogpost #Incaseyoumissedit #series #article #lexisnexis

A great way to start my day! I met with Aaron Baer

A great way to start my day! I met with Aaron Baer from Aird and Berlis LLP, who focuses on tech, M&A, and privacy. Aaron completed law school in Canada but is interested in joining our NCA Network team as a mentor for students who are internationally trained!

Want to join our @ncanetwork Mentor program? We are always looking for fresh faces! The program connects law students and NCA students with mentors who completed the NCA process, and aims to foster a stronger community and share knowledge about the unique licensing process required. For more info on how you can join, visit ncanetwork.com/mentor-program/.

Looking forward to future chats, and hope everyone is staying healthy and safe!

#GaleLaw #EstateLitigation #NCANetwork #coffee #coffeechat #coffeemeeting #virtualchat #zoom #law #lawschool #lawfirm #Toronto #Canada #ExplorePage #mentor #meeting #Canadianlaw #lawyers #virtual #torontolife #coffeetime

Looking to learn and excel in all things mediation

Looking to learn and excel in all things mediation? Join the OBA and OsgoodePD in the "Virtual Mediation Bootcamp and Mentorship Roundtable" program! This course is an excellent opportunity to take your skills to the next level by learning to resolve complex disputes before litigation, while learning from experienced faculty members. If looking to specialize in mediation, like I have taken a special interest in, then this is definitely a great course for you!

The course takes place next Tuesday (the 29th) from 9am - 1pm, and is being held virtually.

To enroll, visit www.cbapd.org/details_en.aspx?id=ON_ON20ADR05I

I hope you all can join, and happy Friday from the Gale Law team!

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