– Supreme Advocacy

Failure to Consider Collateral Immigration Consequences

30 Jun 2020 | Court of Appeal Decision of the Week

These obligations apply equally to joint submissions on sentence, and “sentencing on such plea bargains should not be ‘done in the dark’”.

Mistrial in Med Student Murder Case for Failing to Disclose Private Investigator Involvement

24 Jun 2020 | Court of Appeal Decision of the Week

Is there a risk in using private investigators, or involving other non-lawyers, in the defence of serious criminal charges?

Physical Custody Not Needed for Firearms Possession Offence

16 Jun 2020 | Court of Appeal Decision of the Week

Was the Appellant in control of the firearm, even if he didn’t handle it?

Administrative Law: Jurisdiction; Dismissal of Conservation Officer

8 Jun 2020 | Court of Appeal Decision of the Week

Since the Appellant was a Conservation Officer, should his conduct have been addressed by the specific process mandated by the Police Act?

Test for a Stay of a Child-Custody or Access Order

2 Jun 2020 | Court of Appeal Decision of the Week

The Reasons for Decision in this case are chock-full of appellate insights, applicable both to the family law context, & for general civil litigation.

Telecommunications: Division of Powers & Municipal Bylaws

26 May 2020 | Court of Appeal Decision of the Week

is S.C.C. input on these issues fundamentally important for both Canadian municipalities and the telecommunications industry alike?

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