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Legal aid services & estates law May 18, 2021
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Had a great virtual coffee chat with Justin Heller, an internationally trained lawyer who graduated from Bond University in Australia, looking for an articling position!

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Today is the OBAs Elder Law Day 2021! I would like

Today is the OBAs Elder Law Day 2021! I would like to announce I am proudly a part of the OBA's Elder Law Section for a second year in a row as this years technology liaison! Thank you so much for the nomination, and I am happy to continue to aid in the focus on legal issues from the perspective of the older adult whose rights are in issue.

To honour Elder Law Day, our associate lawyer, Malvin Seto, and I will be joining the OBAs informative event today, "Elder Law Day: A Conference for Lawyers and other Professionals assisting Seniors". We are very excited to further our knowledge in a variety of topics, including Critical Issues in Elder Law, What's Really Going on inside LTC and Retirement Homes, Quick Tips and Tidbits for your Elder Law Practice, and to meet so many others in the community during the virtual networking session!

Keep posted on out social media pages to see our highlights from the event! See you all there!

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Last Friday the Gale Law team finally got to get t

Last Friday the Gale Law team finally got to get together to have a COVID- friendly team BBQ! There were lots of laughs and good food, and it was so great to have an in-person gathering after months of video-chat lunches - these kinds of events were definitely missed!

It was so fun to see my amazing team, and we are very excited to see things start to open back up! Looking forward to more Gale Law team events in the near future!

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Very excited to be teaching TODAY for the Estates

Very excited to be teaching TODAY for the Estates segment of Emond's CanBar Prep Summer Solicitor live webinar course!

A special thanks goes to Emond for having me teach this segment for the second year in a row! This is such a great opportunity, and I can't wait to see you all there!

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Exciting OBA event next week! I am very happy to

Exciting OBA event next week!

I am very happy to share the OBA's upcoming event, Elder Law Day: A Conference for Lawyers and other Professionals assisting Seniors.

This event is part of the OBA's Elder Law Program, which I am gladly a part of for my second year as this years technology liaison, and we continue to focus on legal issues from the perspective of the older adult whose rights are in issue.

On June 21st, join this event to learn about the most pressing issues impacting our aging population. The expert faculty will get you up to speed on the latest developments and share need-to-know insights to take your expertise to the next level.

Register for the full day to maximize your knowledge, or select parts that are right for you, including Critical Issues in Elder Law, What's Really Going on inside LTC and Retirement Homes, Quick Tips and Tidbits for your Elder Law Practice, and the virtual networking session!

To view the event agenda, and register for this informative event, check this link: https://www.cbapd.org/details_en.aspx?id=ON_ON21ELD02I

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For our first #TeachingTuesday, we throwback to ou

For our first #TeachingTuesday, we throwback to our first article, which is more applicable today than it ever was! Zoom love does not necessarily mean real dependency!

For more info on this topic, check out my article "Online Romance & Dependant Support" on the Gale Law Estate Lit Blog!
https://galelaw.ca/online-romance-dependant-support/

#GaleLaw #TB #support #online #romance #tips #estates #litigation #wills #blog

See you all soon! Excited to be speaking today f

See you all soon!

Excited to be speaking today for The BC Estates Forum in the Protecting Vulnerable Individuals and their Estates section!

I will be speaking alongside other insightful key speakers, outlining the key trends in terms of risks facing vulnerable populations and their estates, what advisors need to be aware of to assess them properly, and the best practices they can employ to help to mitigate and manage them.

My section will be from 3 - 4PM ET, and I will be taking part in the live Q&A session from 6:10 - 6:30PM ET. Don't miss out!

To check out the event schedule for today, click this link: https://www.estatesforum.ca/bc21

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Next week I'll be speaking at The BC Estates Forum

Next week I'll be speaking at The BC Estates Forum, for my second year in the Protecting Vulnerable Individuals and their Estates section!

The purpose of the BC Estates Forum is to highlight key contexts, drivers, challenges and opportunities for professional advisors in the province’s estate planning ecosystem. It will look at the latest in key areas of estate planning and administration including regulation, trusts and managing multi-jurisdictional estates.

Along with other amazing speakers, our section will outline the key trends in terms of risks facing vulnerable populations and their estates, what advisors need to be aware of to assess them properly, and the best practices they can employ to help to mitigate and manage them.

Speakers:
- Athenea O'Bryan (Senior Manager, Tax and Estate Planning , IG Wealth Management)
- Sybil Verch (EVP, Head of Private Client Solutions, Raymond James Ltd.)
- Anthony Eden (Associate, Hammerco Lawyers)
- Kim Gale (Founder + Partner, Gale Law)
- Chair: Andrew Bowyer, Founder + CEO, ADB Insights

The event will take place via Whova for 2 afternoons - June 9th + 10th, and my section will be from 3 - 4PM ET.

Hope to see you all there!

Looking to sign up? https://www.estatesforum.ca/bc21

Very happy to get back into coffee chats again - t

Very happy to get back into coffee chats again - this time with Justin Heller, an internationally trained lawyer who graduated from Bond University in Australia, looking for an articling position!

We discussed our experiences studying law abroad, NCA Network, how to land articling positions here in Ontario, and how to succeed in the legal world.

Wishing you all the best Justin, and thanks for chatting!

These networking opportunities are so valuable, so feel free to reach out if you'd like to schedule a coffee chat!

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Happy pride month from the Gale Law team! #GaleLa

Happy pride month from the Gale Law team!

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Very excited to share that in a few weeks I will b

Very excited to share that in a few weeks I will be teaching the Estates segment of Emond's CanBar Prep Summer Solicitor live webinar course on June 17th!

The Emond CanBar Prep Summer Solicitor courses run from June 14 - 17, 2021, and are perfect for helping candidates successfully prepare for their Ontario Licensing Examinations. This intensive Bar Exam preparation course consists of a series of substantive lectures on the topics that are tested on the Bar Exams as well as an exam preparation strategy component. Lectures are delivered by highly qualified instructors who provide candidates with the knowledge, structure, confidence, and guidance to help them pass the Bar Exams.

The courses are happening online, and there are a variety of registration options available. Looking to register? Click the link here!
https://emondexamprep.ca/practice-exams/ontario-bar-exams/#registration-options-and-prices

Hoping to see you all there!

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Happy to share a new OBA Elder Law program event h

Happy to share a new OBA Elder Law program event happening on June 9th from 8:30AM - 10AM, Your Critical Introduction to Retirement Home Tenancies!

Join the OBA and key speakers Douglas Kwan (Director of Advocacy and Legal Services, Advocacy Centre for Tenants Ontario) and Clara McGregor (Staff Lawyer, Advocacy Centre for The Elderly) to unravel the legal complexities of contracts between retirement homes and residents, residents’ rights, including the right to receive visitors and COVID implications, and key issues in evictions, revoking services and closure of homes.

To enrol in this interesting and informative event, follow this link: https://www.cbapd.org/details_en.aspx?id=ON_ON21ELD03X

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Excited to share NCA Network's new upcoming Instag

Excited to share NCA Network's new upcoming Instagram live event on June 14th - Pathway to Licensing: What is the Ryerson Law Practice Program (LPP)?

This event is perfect for anyone looking into the differences between the experiential training pathways mandated by the LSO: articling vs. Ryerson Law Practice Program, what to expect in Ryerson LPP, and why Ryerson LPP program can be the perfect choice for you and your future in law!

You'll also have the opportunity to hear from two amazing experts, Gina Alexandris (Senior Director of Ryerson LPP) and Fariya Walji (Assistant Director of Professional Development and Work Experience of Ryerson LPP), along with myself as moderator!

Join us on June 14, 2021 @4PM EST via Instagram Live, no registration required!

Hoping to see you all there with me!

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Happy to share that my second blog post for the mo

Happy to share that my second blog post for the month, written with Malvin Seto, is now uploaded to the Gale Law Estate Lit Blog!

Our article, titled Legal aid services and estates law, focuses on the Legal Aid Services Act (LASA), its purpose, and how we believe estates law would be an strong and important addition to Legal Aid Ontario (LAO), as this is could help low-income Ontarians have greater access to justice in the community.

Visit the article here: https://galelaw.ca/legal-aid-services-estates-law/

We hope you enjoy the article!

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One of our newest blog posts is now uploaded to th

One of our newest blog posts is now uploaded to the Gale Law Estate Lit Blog! The new blog, co-written by Malvin Seto and I, "Decision highlights major difference between B.C., Ontario estate laws", touches on differences in Ontario vs. B.C. estate law procedures by looking in to the BC case of Jung v. Poole, and how B.C. and Ontario could learn from each other's estate law.

Check it out by following this link:
https://www.galelaw.ca/difference-between-bc-ontario-estate-laws/

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I am very excited to share that I will be a paneli

I am very excited to share that I will be a panelist, representing NCA Network, at Osgoode's Internationally Trained Lawyers Day (OITLD), happening virtually on May 27th, 9AM - 4PM!

This will be a unique opportunity for lawyers and law graduates from around the world, the accreditation and licensing bodies, and legal associations devoted to internationally trained lawyers to connect and celebrate internationally trained talent in Canada.

This event is designed to bring together diverse, internationally trained talent with experienced members of the Canadian legal community to discuss tips and strategies on how to make your international training stand out in the Canadian legal landscape.

During this full-day event, take part in highly informative sessions from legal associations including the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA), the Law Society of Ontario (LSO), and a number of public, private and diversity association members - including NCA Network!

Hope to see you at the online event!

To register: https://www.osgoodepd.ca/osgoodes-internationally-trained-lawyers-day/

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Excited to share another exciting blog post has be

Excited to share another exciting blog post has been released on The Lawyer's Daily - co-written by Malvin Seto and I!

Our article, titled Legal aid services and estates law, raises important points about the Legal Aid Services Act (LASA), its purpose to bring a more modern approach low-income Ontarians in the legal community, and how estates law seems to be misrepresented in Ontario's legal aid system.

As both lawyers' in the estates world, we have outlined what we believe should be important estates law additions to Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) and how these can lead to great implications for access to justice in Ontarians.

To check out this article, visit the link below:
https://www.thelawyersdaily.ca/business/articles/26562/legal-aid-services-and-estates-law

#GaleLaw #TheLawyersDaily #TLD #Estates #estateslaw #law #newarticle #LAS #LASA #legalaidontario #legalaid #blog #Ontario

Have you ever wondered how different provinces in

Have you ever wondered how different provinces in Canada vary in estate law procedures? Check out his new article I co-wrote with Malvin Seto, "Decision highlights major difference between B.C., Ontario estate laws", which puts the spotlight on Ontario vs. British Columbia estate laws through the released BC case of Jung v. Poole, and how B.C. and Ontario could learn from each other's succession laws to move towards justice.

Check it out by following this link below:
https://www.thelawyersdaily.ca/articles/26470/decision-highlights-major-difference-between-b-c-ontario-estate-laws

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Upcoming event in one week! NCA Network, in a par

Upcoming event in one week!

NCA Network, in a partnership with Emond and TLA, is happy to bring you a new informative online event: Preparing for Bar Exams – Presented by Darren Smith at Emond!

Join on May 4, 2021 at 5PM EST to hear our host Darren Smith (Business & Product Manager, Emond Exam Prep and Law School) help prepare you for everything bar exam related and offer you useful tips on how to succeed! You will also have an opportunity to have your questions answered in our Q&A session.

Make sure to register ASAP, limited seats available!

Program details:
Date: Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m EST
Cost: $5.00 ticket
To register: https://tlaonline.ca/viewEvent.html?productId=6329

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Happy Friday! My new blog post, co-written with Ma

Happy Friday! My new blog post, co-written with Malvin Seto, is now out on the Gale Law Estate Lit Blog - just in time for the weekend!

New changes have occured in Ontario estates law, so make sure to check out our new post to learn all about it. We discuss changes to the Smarter and Stronger Justice Act, which has affected the limit for small estates, and introduces new administrative rules for small estates.

Follow this link to view: https://galelaw.ca/big-changes-for-small-estates/

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Happy Earth Day 2021 from the Gale Law team! #Ga

Happy Earth Day 2021 from the Gale Law team!

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