Of Counsel

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Of Counsel interviews remarkable lawyers about their careers in law. What motivates these lawyers? How do they manage to stay focused under intense pressure? How do they harmonize it all with their pe... more

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The podcast currently has 98 episodes available.

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February 03, 2020 #44: Nicole O’Byrne “The pillars of Canadian Society”
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 UNB Prof. Nicole O'Byrne where we discusses Aboriginal law, the Indian Act, and our relations with Indigenous People in Canada and what should be considered moving forward. We [...]
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1h 15min
February 03, 2020 #43: Michael Marin “The red ink is a good sign”
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 UNB Associate Dean Micheal Marin. After being a high-performing law student, Micheal took on a Wall St. position in NYC. From there, Micheal clerked with Justice LeBel of [...]
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1h 12min
April 29, 2019 #42: Steven Skurka “May I continue Your Honour?”
Steven Skurka is one of Canada's most well known criminal defence lawyers. In this episode, he discusses the importance of preparation, courage, and willingness to think differently when advocating. In addition to invaluable tips of advocacy, Steven reminisces on the time he spent on various high profiles cases such as R. v. Brown (racial profiling [...]
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46min
April 26, 2019 #41: Jonathan Kay: Connect your ideas to how people experience life.
While few people think of Jonathan Kay as a lawyer, after completing an engineering degree at McGill University, Jon scored perfect on his LSAT score and was admitted to Yale Law School. His legal education placed him on Wall St. and a member of the New York bar. With the momentum of his impressive legal [...]
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1h 1min
April 26, 2019 The Recent Calls
The Recent Calls
This special episode of our Of Counsel Bencher Series profiles recent calls and the issues that matter most to them as it relates to the upcoming Law Society Bencher Election.
Also, please take the time to visit those benchers who have made a commitment to the engagement of recent calls and the value of their vote at www.recentcallsvote.org.
Each candidate listed here has promised to not only advance a Recent Call Bencher category, but has also committed to donating a certain amount for every recent call voter who participates in this election. Your voice matters. VOTE.
The Guests
01:23: Astrid Mrkich | Sole Practitioner (2015 Call)
07:48: Clifford McCarten | McCarten Law (2016 Call)
13:35: Devan Marr | Strigberger Brown Armstrong (2014)
15:20: Lindsay Woods | Lerners LLP (2017)
18:45: Amber Bonnell | Gowlings WLG (2018)
22:34: Stefan Peters | Sole Practitioner (2017)
27:49: Jacqueline Palef | Lerners LLP (2018)
39:57 | Jenny Rokhline | Sole Practioner (2015)
34:18: Sheau Lih Vong | Vong Law (2018)
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51min
April 11, 2019 John Fagan (Toronto)
John Fagan (Toronto)
Learn more about John Fagan and his platform here:
LSOBencher
LawTimes
StopSOP Profile
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15min
April 07, 2019 #39: Paul Le Vay: “Le bon avocat aide son client. L’excellent avocat aide le juge.”
Ep.#40: Paul Le Vay "Le bon avocat aide son client. L’excellent avocat aide le juge." Stockwoods LLP partner Paul Le Vay is one of Canada's top litigators. His areas of practice include commercial, securities, class actions, professional liability, and professional regulation. He is also one of the strongest legal advocates for francophone rights and representation in [...]
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49min
April 04, 2019 Douglas Judson (Northwest)
Douglas Judson (Northwest)
Learn more about Douglas Judson’s and his platform here:
Bencher Website
Twitter
Of Counsel Interview

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12min
April 03, 2019 #38: Douglas Judson & Heather Donkers: We need to have a conversation about disrupting norms
Not all leaders in the legal profession are found in high-ranking positions on Bay Street or the Supreme Court of Canada. Some leaders, like Douglas Judson and Heather Donkers, can be found in law schools or as junior councillors in small towns in Ontario. Despite their current positions, these leaders and influencers have a promising [...]
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1h 4min
March 31, 2019 Gina Papageorgiou (Toronto)
Gina Papageorgiou (Toronto)
Learn more about Gina Papageorgiou here:
Bencher website
LSOBencher Profile
Law Times Profile
Twitter
LinkedIn
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16min

FAQs about Of Counsel:

How many episodes does Of Counsel have?

The podcast currently has 98 episodes available.