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Learn with LiRN: Discover the Fundamentals of Canada’s Legal System
Topic: Learn with LiRN: Discover the Fundamentals of Canada’s Legal System
Time: May 13, 2025 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4110945104?omn=88536340903
Are you a law librarian eager to uncover the exciting daily work of lawyers in Canada, especially focusing on the dynamic role in being a “Barrister and Solicitor”? Get ready for an engaging session that combines tradition with the future of legal innovation and technology!
Join us for an exclusive session with Martin Halpern, a noted “KM lawyer” whose journey is as diverse as it is inspiring. From his early days at his father’s firm using the resources of the Hamilton Law Association library, to shaping knowledge management at McCarthys in bustling downtown Toronto, and now innovating with AI at Thomson Reuters, Martin brings a wealth of experience and insights. His unique perspective will illuminate some intricate workings of both the courts and commercial transactions and the legal processes in Canada.
🔍 Discover the Fundamentals of Canada’s Legal System:
- Overview of the organization of Canadian courts and their unique structures.
- Dive into the fascinating procedures for both Civil and Criminal cases, and the business of the practice of law
- Learn some Latin phrases like the doctrine of “stare decisis” and the art of “noting-up” a case and why it’s a vital skill for legal professionals.
- Decode a few of those elusive legal terms you’ve always wondered about like “force majeure” or “easement” in a fun and judgment-free zone!
- Highlight some of the expectations that lawyers may have for law library resources
💡 Embrace the Future with Legal Innovation and Tech:
- Explore how technology is transforming the legal landscape and the way it is now impacting a lawyers daily work.
📚 Interactive Q&A Session: Bring your curiosity and questions! This is your chance to engage directly with Martin and gain clarity on any legal concepts you’ve been pondering.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your understanding and connect with fellow law librarians in a lively and supportive environment. The law is an exciting adventure!
Biographical Note: Martin Halpern is Senior Solutions Consultant and Legal Knowledge Management Specialist at Thomson Reuters. A lawyer for over 30 years, Martin is a pioneering lawyer in Canadian legal knowledge management contributing to the development and growth of the field from early days. He has been in private practice in small and large law firms, in-house and in regulatory roles and brings a wealth of experience and insight into how to maximize legal resources, including AI related ones, for optimal use and growth. Martin works across all segments of Thomson Reuters’ customer base to support its products and services.
This session will be recorded and will become part of our Learn with LiRN Curriculum for Library Staff.
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Please visit our Wiki if you not lately, to see its expanded table of contents.
Legal Research Topics from our Learn with LiRN Curriculum
Reference Questions & Answers Database
Legislative Research (Federal and Ontario)
Commentary Research using e-LiRN resources
CanLII: Cases, Legislation & more
Other Wiki Subject Resources include:
- LiRN Resources – including Accounting basics
- Electronic resources – including each e-LiRN resource materials, flyers, training information
- Marketing Resources
- Mental Health Resources for Library Staff
- Operations & Best Practices – including LiRN Library Operations Guide
- Professional Development
- Self-Represented Litigants (SRL) / Public Resources