Notarial Services – Generally Speaking Notarial or “commissioning” services are often described as ministerial acts – things like: Witnessing signatures Certifying copies Administering oaths or affirmations Notarizing affidavits or declarations […]
https://lawsociety.mb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/lsm-logo-top-600x160v6b.png00Deirdre OReillyhttps://lawsociety.mb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/lsm-logo-top-600x160v6b.pngDeirdre OReilly2025-08-28 17:15:072025-12-05 16:38:28Notarial Services vs Legal Services Can a Lawyer Ever Be “Just a Witness”?
By resolution of a Panel of the Discipline Committee of The Law Society of Manitoba, PAUL SYDNEY VYAMUCHARO-SHAWA was found guilty of professional misconduct. He was ordered to be disbarred […]
https://lawsociety.mb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/lsm-logo-top-600x160v6b.png00Deirdre OReillyhttps://lawsociety.mb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/lsm-logo-top-600x160v6b.pngDeirdre OReilly2025-08-26 15:09:142025-08-26 15:33:13Notice of Disbarment – Paul Sydney Vyamucharo-Shawa
Gates Law is a well-established boutique firm with deep community roots and a reputation for exceptional client service. We’re seeking an Associate Lawyer (3+ years) who’s ready to move beyond […]
Strengthening the Profession, Serving the Public The Law Society of Manitoba is proud to release our 2025 Annual Report and Financial Statements —a comprehensive snapshot of the progress we’ve made […]
Congratulations Melinda Moch 2025 A. Montague Israels, QC Prize Winner This year’s recipient has shown a profound commitment to reconciliation and Indigenous empowerment within the legal profession. A proud member […]
The benchers of the Law Society of Manitoba are pleased to announce the election of Kyle Dear as its 105th President. The benchers are also pleased to announce the election […]
https://lawsociety.mb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/lsm-logo-top-600x160v6b.png00xbynskihttps://lawsociety.mb.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/lsm-logo-top-600x160v6b.pngxbynski2025-07-10 03:00:332025-07-10 15:00:36Introducing the New Law Society President and Vice President
Based on findings from the 2025 Cross Provincial Articling Assessment Report The Law Society often hears from students and principals when issues arise during articling — whether it’s unclear expectations, […]
In 2024, the Law Societies of Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia and the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society surveyed articling students and new lawyers as well as principals, mentors and recruiters. […]
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 worth revisiting from time to time, […]
Notarial Services vs Legal Services Can a Lawyer Ever Be “Just a Witness”?
Notarial Services – Generally Speaking Notarial or “commissioning” services are often described as ministerial acts – things like: Witnessing signatures Certifying copies Administering oaths or affirmations Notarizing affidavits or declarations […]
Notice of Disbarment – Paul Sydney Vyamucharo-Shawa
By resolution of a Panel of the Discipline Committee of The Law Society of Manitoba, PAUL SYDNEY VYAMUCHARO-SHAWA was found guilty of professional misconduct. He was ordered to be disbarred […]
Associate Lawyer – Gates Law
Gates Law is a well-established boutique firm with deep community roots and a reputation for exceptional client service. We’re seeking an Associate Lawyer (3+ years) who’s ready to move beyond […]
2025 Annual Report & Financial Statements
Strengthening the Profession, Serving the Public The Law Society of Manitoba is proud to release our 2025 Annual Report and Financial Statements —a comprehensive snapshot of the progress we’ve made […]
2025 A. Montague Israels, QC Prize Winner
Congratulations Melinda Moch 2025 A. Montague Israels, QC Prize Winner This year’s recipient has shown a profound commitment to reconciliation and Indigenous empowerment within the legal profession. A proud member […]
Introducing the New Law Society President and Vice President
The benchers of the Law Society of Manitoba are pleased to announce the election of Kyle Dear as its 105th President. The benchers are also pleased to announce the election […]
Inclusive Supervision in Articling
Based on findings from the 2025 Cross Provincial Articling Assessment Report The Law Society often hears from students and principals when issues arise during articling — whether it’s unclear expectations, […]
2025 Bencher By-Election Results
2024 Articling Survey: Cross-Provincial Comparison
In 2024, the Law Societies of Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia and the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society surveyed articling students and new lawyers as well as principals, mentors and recruiters. […]
I’m Sorry, I Can’t Share That: Practical Guidance on Client Confidentiality
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 worth revisiting from time to time, […]