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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
On June 2, 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its Executive Summary and 94 Calls to Action. Among them, Call to Action 27 urged the legal profession […]
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Posted on February 14, 2022, Updated February 3, 2025 February is Black History Month—a time to celebrate the extraordinary contributions Black individuals have made to our communities, including the legal […]
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Claims under The Children’s Special Allowance class action settlement opened on January 6. Under this settlement agreement, any child who was in care in Manitoba between January 1, 2005 and […]
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 OReilly2025-01-15 10:00:502025-01-14 18:03:11Legal Fees and the Children’s Special Allowance Class Action Settlement
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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
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 […]
Reflecting on a Decade of the TRC Calls to Action
On June 2, 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its Executive Summary and 94 Calls to Action. Among them, Call to Action 27 urged the legal profession […]
February is Black History Month
Posted on February 14, 2022, Updated February 3, 2025 February is Black History Month—a time to celebrate the extraordinary contributions Black individuals have made to our communities, including the legal […]
Legal Fees and the Children’s Special Allowance Class Action Settlement
Claims under The Children’s Special Allowance class action settlement opened on January 6. Under this settlement agreement, any child who was in care in Manitoba between January 1, 2005 and […]