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ILA for Domestic Contracts Checklist
This checklist is designed specifically for domestic contracts. A person seeking independent legal advice is as much your client as any other. Resist the temptation to rush or take shortcuts. A lower standard of service is not warranted just because your meeting is brief and you may not see the client again. Remember that a… Read More »
Categories: Checklist, Independent Legal AdviceEmployee Departure Checklist
When any employee leaves your firm, regardless of whether they are leaving of their own accord or are being terminated, you need to ensure that your systems are protected. Promptly close all the departed employee’s points of access to your office and computer systems. This includes physical access with keys or access cards, as well… Read More »
Categories: ChecklistCommercial Transactions Checklist
Many commercial matters involve the preparation of one or more documents. These documents are drafted based on communications between the parties to the document and/or their respective lawyers, the specific circumstances of the matter and applicable substantive law. While the majority of commercial deals in Ontario are concluded without difficulties, all too often LAWPRO sees… Read More »
Categories: Checklist, Corporate LawClient Trial Preparation Checklist
Prepare your client for the ups and downs of trial with this customizable checklist, which covers topics to discuss with your client, including process, timing, outcomes, risks and costs. From managing emotions to the day-to-day workings of a trial, the checklist covers important topics to discuss with your client in preparation for trial. Below are… Read More »
Categories: Checklist, Civil Litigation, Communications ErrorsAnnual Legal Health Check-up
In the same way a visit with a doctor or financial advisor offers an opportunity to identify issues and gauge physical or financial health, a discussion with a lawyer can help improve how clients deal with existing or potential legal issues. Perhaps your client has experienced a change in their relationship status or is considering… Read More »
Categories: ChecklistChecklists
While legal matters can appear to be fairly simple and routine in their initial stages, they often end up being more complex as clients may not mention relevant details about their circumstances, and it is easy to overlook asking a key question in an intake interview. In a similar fashion, drafting an agreement may appear… Read More »
Categories: ChecklistFraud Alert: Email funds transfer fraud targeting Ontario lawyers
LAWPRO has received multiple reports of an email funds transfer fraud targeting Ontario lawyers. Given the similarity of the conversations and the email addresses that are being used, we believe it is the same individual(s) behind this fraud and that there are other firms that have been targeted today, and over the last few weeks…. Read More »
Categories: Alerts, FraudLTT/NRST changes mandatory as of today; Get answers to common questions
The recent changes to the Land Transfer Tax and the new Non-Resident Speculation Tax (NRST) are mandatory starting today: May 8, 2017. To help real estate lawyers take steps to comply with these changes, LAWPRO has assembled a list of answers to the questions we are hearing most frequently (FAQs) from Ontario lawyers on our… Read More »
Categories: AlertsWeaving solutions to complex problems
Each thread in a fabric makes the others stronger and in the fabric that is LawPRO, each employee is a vital strand that strengthens the weave. Our customer service department guides underwriting and applications, our claims department works to contain the standard of care and defend our insureds, our information services protect your data, and… Read More »
Categories: 2017 May - 2016 Annual Review, Articles, EditorialsFinancial results explained
Net premiums: $115.8 million LawPRO net earned premiums in 2016 were $115.8 million. Premiums from the mandatory insurance program were lower than in 2015, though still higher than budgeted. The E&O Fund did not make a premium contribution to LawPRO in 2016 as it did in 2015. And although the number of practising lawyer full-time-equivalents… Read More »
Categories: 2017 May - 2016 Annual Review, Articles, Year in Review