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Client portals improve information security and client service

by LAWPRO

What is a client portal? Wikipedia defines the term client portal as “an electronic gateway to a collection of digital files, services, and information, accessible over the Internet through a web browser. the term is most often applied to a sharing mechanism between an organization and its clients.” Why is it important for lawyers to… Read More »

Categories: 2024 March - The Confidence Client, Articles, Firm Management, Legal Careers, Legal Technology

Title insurance matters: ‘One of these things is not like the other’

by LAWPRO

You may recall the title as a lyric from a song in a popular kids show many years ago, reinforcing the benefits of being aware and noticing differences. This same lesson applies when comparing the legal protection coverages offered by other title insurers that compete with the Legal Service Coverage that’s included in TitlePLUS policies…. Read More »

Categories: 2024 March - The Confidence Client, Articles, Real Estate, Title insurance, TitlePLUS

Administrative dismissals will resume May 13, 2024

by LAWPRO

Today, February 28, 2024, the Ministry of the Attorney General of Ontario has informed the public and the profession that administrative dismissals of Superior Court civil actions that have not been set down for trial within 5 years, or have been struck off a trial list and have not been restored within 2 years of… Read More »

Categories: Civil Litigation

CRA’s new trust reporting requirements

by LAWPRO

[Updated March 28, 2024] This year’s tax filing season may be looking different for some people and corporate entities due to new trust reporting rules. These changes, while presenting challenges, also offer legal professionals an opportunity to educate their clients. Overview Previously, trusts were only required to file a T3 Trust Income Tax and Information… Read More »

Categories: Corporate Law, Family, Online Only, Real Estate, Tax, Wills & Estates

Practice Tips for Wills and Estates Lawyers (2024)

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This program brings together leading practitioners, including LAWPRO senior claims counsel, to provide key tips and explore some of the leading cause of claims in the area of wills & estates. Covering content of particular interest to wills & estates solicitors, the panel will discuss topics such as discovering assets and liabilities when will-drafting, avoiding… Read More »

Categories: CPD, CPD Wills & Estates, Wills & Estates

Virtual Identity Verification (IDV) service Provider Chart

by LAWPRO

As of January 1st, 2024, the Law Society of Ontario requires lawyers who only meet with clients virtually to verify their clients’ identity online by authenticating their identification documents, or using an alternate, approved verification method. The virtual authentication of identity is done via technology that does multiple searches/verifications of the client’s identity. The Law Society… Read More »

Categories: Articles, Legal Technology

Client Management and Effective Client Relationships (2023)

by LAWPRO

Learn from leading advocates about (i) a well-drafted retainer agreement, setting fee expectations, and what to do when the client does not pay; (ii) understanding how diversity and culture can impact communication with clients; and (iii) managing communication and relationship breakdowns when they occur. Download the materials Speakers: Rachel Sachs, Lawyer and Seniors Advocate, Sachs… Read More »

Categories: CPD, CPD Practice Management

Building Resilience and Maintaining Mental Health in the Legal Profession (2023)

by LAWPRO

LAWPRO, in partnership with TLA, welcomes the legal community to join us for our continuing conversation about managing our mental health and building resilience. This session will provide practical advice from those on the frontlines of improving mental health for lawyers. You will hear directly from a clinician at the Member Assistance Program, a Peer-Support… Read More »

Categories: CPD, CPD Wellness, Wellness

Increase your EQ and strengthen your mental health with LAWPRO’s wellness resources

by LAWPRO

Many lawyers find themselves confronting mental health and wellness issues during their career. Understanding your own emotional state as well as those of colleagues and clients is a key skill lawyers use every day. LAWPRO has collected our best resources on wellness issues to help you navigate stressors and more. Self-awareness: Learn mindfulness techniques to… Read More »

Categories: Webzine

Your 2024 program: New portal, new convenience, same reliable insurance

by LAWPRO

Quick summary of changes: No change to base premium for 2024: $3,250 Automatic renewal for insureds with no changes Increased maximum gross billings per year to qualify for Part-Time Practice Option to $100,000 from $90,000 New sublimit and risk-prevention requirements for claims arising out of social engineering Auto-renewal for 2024 In July of this year,… Read More »

Categories: 2023 October - Insurance Issue 2024

Land Acknowledgement

The offices of LAWPRO are located on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, Anishnabeg, Chippewa, Haudenosaunee and Wendat peoples. Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit. LAWPRO respects and acknowledges the histories, languages, knowledge systems, and cultures of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit nations.

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