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Young at Law Beyond the Coffee Chat: Common Mistakes that Thwart Networking Potential

Getting to the heart of successful mentorship, a seasoned lawyer and her mentee compare notes on prevalent pitfalls in making contact – from relying on stock questions to mistaking connection for relationship – and distil practical advice for building something more meaningful through preparation and purpose, authenticity and acuity, genuine interest and thoughtful follow-through.

BY Ena Chadha and Tej Dhanoya

Innovation Where Automation Meets Judgment: Artificial Intelligence and the New Lawyer

Many legal workplaces that are gaining great efficiencies through use of AI must now wrestle with a novel challenge: how to ensure junior lawyers retain the learning experience and exposure that shape solid professional instincts and sustain a strong profession.

BY: Ashley Butts

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Initiatives and Events Mariam Moktar on Justice, Resilience and Being Sure

Having witnessed the rule of law collapse during civil war in her home country, Mariam Moktar doesn't take it for granted – its preservation is a calling both professional and deeply personal. In a reflective and resolute Q&A, the OBA's incoming president illuminates her path to leadership, reveals the story behind her “Be Sure” mandate, and champions a mission to help members find clarity and comfort in a climate of uncertainty.

BY: Mariam Moktar

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Hot Topics When ‘Back to the Office’ Becomes Constructive Dismissal: Lessons from the B.C. Court of Appeal

As many employers continue to implement or reinforce return-to-office policies in the years following the COVID-19 pandemic, a recent decision of the British Columbia Court of Appeal serves as an important reminder of the legal risks that can arise when altering established remote work arrangements.

BY: Samantha Sutherland-Archibald

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