Myles Anevich is an experienced criminal appeal lawyer practicing in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this episode of Of Counsel, he discusses the realities of appeal advocacy, client management, bail pending appeal, and the importance of appeal work. In this episode, we are joined by associate counsel Jacob Roth. #54: Myles Anevich: Criminal appellate advocacy THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

(Written by ChatGPT): In this episode, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and the legal industry. Today, we're excited to have a special guest with us: Prof. Abdi Aidid, an expert in artificial intelligence and the law, and a thought leader in the field. We'll be discussing the latest developments in AI and how they're shaping the future of law, as well as exploring some of the ethical considerations surrounding these technologies. So sit back, relax, and join us as we delve into the fascinating world of AI and legal tech. #53: Abdi Aidid: Artificial Intelligence and the Law THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE GUEST DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

In her role as counsel for the Civil Liberties Association in the Emergency Act Commission (POEC), Ewa Krajewska recently impressed Canadians with her cross-examination of Justin Trudeau. In this podcast, we delve into how she prepared for that examination, how she approaches high-profile cases, and what other advocates can learn from her expertise. #52: Ewa Krajewska: "Confidence in yourself and the materials" Learn more about Ewa and her expertise here. THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

Lonny Rosen is a founding partner of the Toronto health law boutique Rosen Sunshine LLP. His practice consists of giving opinions and advice on health care legislation and policies and representing clients in a wide range of civil and administrative proceedings. In this episode, Lonny addresses what a health lawyer does, what has made him successful, and the keys to his success. Lonny also explains the status of Canadian law on medical assistance in dying (otherwise known as physician-assisted suicide). Lonny Rosen “Excellence means always putting your clients first.” (Link to book discussed in podcast): The Human Element, Overcoming the Resistance That Awaits, by Loran Nordgren The Law Governing Medical Assistance in Dying Part I: Past & Present  THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEK TO THEM.

For over a decade, Caroline Mandell was counsel to the judges of the Court of Appeal for Ontario. Now, Caroline teaches judges and adjudicators how to write decisions. She also advises lawyers on how to communicate a winning argument. In this episode, Caroline reflects on her career, what makes good advocacy, and issues facing the justice system.  Listen to her alongside with co-host Jacob Roth below. You can learn more about Caroline and what she can offer litigators seeking to enhance their legal writing and reasoning skills here: [email protected] | (416) 648-9657 Caroline Mandell "Justice is not just a place." THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

Marie Henein is one of the most celebrated litigators in Canadian history and a partner at Henein Hutchison Robitaille LLP. She has extensive experience as lead counsel on high-profile criminal, civil, and regulatory cases. Marie recently released her memoir, Nothing But the Truth (also available on Audible), which weaves her personal story with her strongly held views on society’s most pressing issues, legal and otherwise. In this episode, Marie reflects on her life, career, the keys to her success, and inequities that continue to plague the legal profession. Episode #49: Marie Henein "So go. Layout your plan and execute." THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM.

Legal Aid Ontario staff lawyer and Sounds Times project lead, Amy Slotek, discusses her lengthy history in fighting for human rights, her time spent working with an NGO in Turkey, her passion for equal justice, the impact poverty has on a society, and the fragility of the Rule of Law. Listen to her fascinating story and what keeps her motivated on a day to day in helping those vulnerable in our society. Episode #48: Amy Slotek "The provision of human dignity" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Free LexisNexis content! Browse the latest copy of the Solo and Small Firm e-Brief that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more. Download free practice notes and meet our Wills, Trusts & Estate (Ontario), Litigation & Dispute and Intellectual Property & Technology Experts. Read our three-part series,  Wills, Trusts & Estates series: Digital Estate Myths.

Criminal defence lawyer Edward Prutschi discusses fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming a criminal defence lawyer, the evolution of practice, the controversy of Bill C-5 and compelled judicial education , and the interplay between spirituality and advocacy. A fascinating episode with a fascinating lawyer. Edward Prutschi "We are the defenders of the wall" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Free LexisNexis content! Browse the latest copy of the Solo and Small Firm e-Brief that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more. Download free practice notes and meet our Wills, Trusts & Estate (Ontario), Litigation & Dispute and Intellectual Property & Technology Experts. Read our three-part series,  Wills, Trusts & Estates series: Digital Estate Myths.

Kaveh Shahrooz' remarkable journey starts at the age of 8 with the execution of his uncle in Iran. This, along with his legal education at Harvard Law, set the scene for what propelled Kaveh into becoming a staunch advocate for the benefits of liberal democratic values and the freedom of speech and thought that underpins it all. Ep.#46: Kaveh Shahrooz "Freedom of speech is the corrective used for wrongs" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Free LexisNexis content! Browse the latest copy of the Solo and Small Firm e-Brief that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more. Download free practice notes and meet our Wills, Trusts & Estate (Ontario), Litigation & Dispute and Intellectual Property & Technology Experts. Read our three-part series,  Wills, Trusts & Estates series: Digital Estate Myths.

After a bit of a hiatus, Of Counsel reboots in 2020 with a three-part mini series profiling the University Faculty of Law. In this episode, we interview Prof. Kerri Froc. Kerri is an accomplished academic in areas of women's constitutional rights, equality and social and economic rights, access to justice as it intertwines with the rule of law. She discusses her time at LEAF and the positive change that can come from being active in the legal community advocating for human rights. We also discussed Quebec's controversial Bill 62 and its effect on women in the province. Kerri's insights on the transition from private practice to academia also offers a valuable perspective for those who might be considering a similar trajectory in their legal career. Ep.#45: Kerri Froc "The academic dialogue" THE FOLLOWING IS AN INTERVIEW OF A GUEST FOR THE OF COUNSEL PODCAST. THE LAWYER / GUEST IS NOT AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY WITH THE FIRM ROBICHAUD'S NOR DO THEY REPRESENT THE OPINIONS OR LEGAL VIEWS OF THE FIRM. PLEASE CONTACT THE LAWYER DIRECTLY IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK TO THEM. SPONSORED MESSAGE: This episode of our podcast is brought to you by our exclusive sponsor LexisNexis Canada. Browse the latest copy of the Solo and Small Firm e-Brief that includes: a Solo Spotlight interview with business and tax lawyer Aaron Grinhaus, articles highlighting Solo and Small firm trends, area of practice newsletters and more. Download free practice notes and meet our Wills, Trusts & Estate (Ontario), Litigation & Dispute and Intellectual Property & Technology Experts. Read our three-part series,  Wills, Trusts & Estates series: Digital Estate Myths.