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Tag Archive: legal ethics

WHEN A JUDGE’S EFFORT TO APPEAR NEUTRAL LEADS TO INJUSTICE

Steve Benmor | January 9, 2026

Nobody likes conflict. Not lawyers, not mediators, and not judges. But day in and day out, we see high conflict cases in family court. In fact, it has become a... Continue Reading...

PROTECTING FINANCIAL PRIVACY IN DIVORCE & CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS

Steve Benmor | January 9, 2026

In the realm of divorce, one of the most sensitive aspects for high net worth clients is the requirement for full and frank financial disclosure. When it comes to divorce... Continue Reading...

DON’T BECOME THE NEXT DEEPAK PARADKAR

Steve Benmor | January 9, 2026

In family law, we see the best and the worst of human behaviour. Spouses in crisis often come to their lawyers angry, grieving, fearful, or determined to “win”- sometimes at... Continue Reading...

COVID, SOCIAL ISOLATION & INCIVILITY

Leanne Townsend | January 9, 2026

In recent years, the tone of communication in the legal profession has shifted noticeably. Many practitioners have observed a rise in more aggressive, confrontational, and less civil interactions, not only... Continue Reading...

Ontario Courts release new rules for using ChatGPT: AI now requires ‘Actual Intelligence’

Steve Benmor | January 8, 2026

If you practice law in Ontario, you better read this new Practice Direction reproduced below [and the sanctions for any breach]: The Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Court Proceedings... Continue Reading...

JUDGES MUST STOP SLASHING LAWYERS’ FEES

Steve Benmor | January 8, 2026

When two sophisticated parties enter into a contract – whether they are multinational corporations, established professionals, or experienced legal counsel – the principle of freedom of contract must be respected. A judge should not... Continue Reading...

BULL-DOG LAWYERS & HOW TO SPOT THEM

Jessica Brant | January 8, 2026

As a family lawyer with experience in high-conflict separations, I’ve encountered a wide range of approaches taken by opposing counsel in the divorce process. While many lawyers prioritize collaboration and... Continue Reading...

PRESERVING CONFIDENTIALITY IN DIVORCE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION

Marigona Binakaj | January 8, 2026

In the realm of private Divorce Mediation/Arbitration, confidentiality is a critical cornerstone. It provides disputing spouses a discreet forum for dispute resolution. However, this confidentiality can be jeopardized when public... Continue Reading...

How to manage a self-represented litigant at trial

Steve Benmor | July 7, 2025

There are two sides to the management of the self-represented party – the manner that s/he is treated by counsel and the appearance of how that party is treated. Both... Continue Reading...

Opposing Counsel versus My Friend

Steve Benmor | July 7, 2025

As we continue to grapple with the lack of civility in the profession, I can’t help but think of how the titles we use to refer to one another influences... Continue Reading...