Best Practices for Paralegals Appearing before the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario
Date
Tuesday, October 6, 2020 (9:00 a.m.–12:35 p.m.)
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CPD Hour(s)
3 h Substantive
15 m Professionalism
15 m EDI Professionalism
Location
View this webcast-only program from your home or office computer
Additional Information
Page Count: 73
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Chair
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Roger Love, Acting Legal CounselOntario Human Rights Commission
Description
A hearing before the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario can go in several directions. Are you confident you have prepared for all contingencies and know the most effective way to represent your client in a proceeding? Our presenters are experienced practitioners who address the sometimes intricate procedural and substantive issues, including valuable insights into the course of an application. Ensure you're properly prepared for the best chance at a successful outcome.
- Get an overview of the Ontario Human Rights Code and the lifecycle of an application
- Learn how to prepare for a hearing and deal with witnesses
- Understand the importance of civility in a tribunal setting
Presenters
- Ron Franklin, Principal, Franklin Law
- John Fraser, Legal Services Representative, Human Rights Legal Support Centre
- Anna Kalinichenko, Legal Counsel, Human Rights Legal Support Centre
- Roger Love, Acting Legal Counsel, Ontario Human Rights Commission
- Anthony Morgan, City of Toronto
- Kisha Monroe, Legal Counsel, Human Rights Legal Support Centre
- Shibil Siddiqi, Progressive Barristers PC
- Niiti Simmonds, Cavalluzzo LLP
- Njeri Damali Sojourner-Campbell, Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP
- Grace Vaccarelli, Human Rights Lawyer and Investigator
- Fathima Cader, Cader Law
- Elysia Petrone Reitberger, Human Rights Legal Support Centre
