Straight from the Bench Conference 2025
Straight from the Bench will be accredited for EDI, Professionalism, and Substantive content. A breakdown of hours will be provided as the agenda is finalized.
Our Conference Chairs, Rasha El-Tawil, Leslie Jack, Dara Lambe, and John Nicholson welcome you to join some great conversations this year.
Attend this event for the unique opportunity for Middlesex legal professionals to interact directly with judges, gaining valuable insights into the judicial process, and fostering a deeper understanding of the law. Members of the bench will be bringing their insights and expertise to this year's event!
Speakers & Topics
1. State of the Region Update by Local Administrative Justice, The Honourable Alissa K. Mitchell
2. Trauma Informed Lawyering by Teresa Donnelly, Crown, Ministry of Attorney General and Ana Matas
3. Anti-Slapp Case Comment: Burjoski vs. WRDSB, Speaker to be Confirmed
4. Infant Settlement Approvals by Adrian Cameron
5. Criminal Evidence Primer: Speaker to be Confirmed
6. Appeal Proofing Trial: Speaker to be Confirmed
7. Courtroom Advocacy: Speaker to be Confirmed
8. Artificial Intelligence: Andrew Murray
9. Employment Update: Jaime Rivera-Campos
10.Civil Rules Committee Update: Speaker to be Confirmed
11. Estate Planning Update: Jackson Vs. Rosenberg by Josh Laplante
*A more fulsome proposed agenda will be provided closer to start of the conference.
Additional Information:
Refreshments/Meal Information: A continental breakfast will be provided. Coffee and snacks will be provided. A buffet lunch will be provided. Please remember to list any dietary needs or allergies when registering.
Dress Code: Business casual attire encouraged.
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This organization has been approved as an Accredited Provider of Professionalism Content by The Law Society of Ontario.
If you have any questions about the program, please email cle@middlaw.on.ca.
Register online and then payment can be made online, via E-Transfer, or by cheque: If paying by E-Transfer, please e-transfer the total amount above to library@middlaw.on.ca using the security code: mlaw2025 (case sensitive). If you have trouble with the e-transfer, please email us. If paying by cheque, please allow for a processing delay.
If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know and we will accommodate you.
