Practice Guidance Articles

Who is Your Client? Getting It Right in Estates, Guardianships, and Other Representative Roles

Noelia Bernardo, Practice, Ethics and Equity Advisor Getting It Right in Estates, Guardianships, and Other Representative Roles When you open a file, the first question should be simple: Who is your […]

Notarial Services vs Legal Services Can a Lawyer Ever Be “Just a Witness”?

Noelia Bernardo, Practice, Ethics and Equity Advisor Notarial Services – Generally Speaking Notarial or “commissioning” services are often described as ministerial acts – things like: Witnessing signatures Certifying copies Administering oaths […]

Inclusive Supervision in Articling

Noelia Bernardo, Practice, Ethics and Equity Advisor Based on findings from the 2025 Cross Provincial Articling Assessment Report The Law Society often hears from students and principals when issues arise during […]

I’m Sorry, I Can’t Share That: Practical Guidance on Client Confidentiality

Noelia Bernardo, Practice, Ethics and Equity Advisor As a lawyer, you’re already familiar with the importance of client confidentiality — it’s one of the cornerstones of our professional obligations. But it’s […]