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Law Society of Ontario
Law Practice
Toronto, Ontario 53,676 followers
The Law Society regulates lawyers and paralegals in Ontario in the public interest. Since 1797.
About us
The Law Society regulates, licenses and disciplines Ontario’s lawyers and licensed paralegals pursuant to the Law Society Act and the Law Society's rules, regulations and guidelines. Created by an act of the Legislative Assembly in 1797, the Law Society of Upper Canada governs Ontario’s lawyers and paralegals in the public interest by ensuring that the people of Ontario are served by lawyers and paralegals who meet high standards of learning, competence and professional conduct. The Law Society has a duty to protect the public interest, to maintain and advance the cause of justice and the rule of law, to facilitate access to justice for the people of Ontario, and to act in a timely, open and efficient manner.
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http://lso.ca/
External link for Law Society of Ontario
- Industry
- Law Practice
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, Ontario
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1797
- Specialties
- Regulatory body, Legal organization, Licensing and regulation of lawyers and licensed paralegals, and Public protection
Locations
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Primary
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130 Queen Street West
Toronto, Ontario M5H 2N6, CA
Employees at Law Society of Ontario
Updates
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Use our new online scheduling tool to speak with the Practice Management Helpline at a time that suits your busy schedule. Visit bookpmh.timetap.com to schedule a call! The Practice Management Helpline is still available by calling directly. Contact the Law Society at 416-947-3315 or toll free 1-800-668-7380, extension 3315, Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST, and select the option to connect with the Helpline. We want to hear from you, and we are here to help. Learn more about the Practice Management Helpline at: LSO.ca/PMH
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The Honourable Johanne Lafrance-Cardinal is known as a family law and mediation expert, renowned for her incredible ability to effectively and fairly settle disputes. Justice Lafrance-Cardinal has committed her life to giving back to her community and the legal professions. Her dedication and contributions of time, energy and leadership are an inspiration to the professions. More: https://ow.ly/rtXY50TUCAq
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This morning, Law Society of Ontario Treasurer Peter Wardle launched the ninth annual Access to Justice (A2J) Week in Ontario with a sunrise ceremony led by Indigenous Elder Myeengun Henry. Read the release: https://ow.ly/ziIM50TUufh
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Hosted by RODA, this panel will discuss the role of social media to advance access to justice, which in today’s digital can be a powerful tool. Learn more & register: https://ow.ly/j9bY50TUriN
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This session will present the will present the key findings from the Final Report – Trusted Help Project in a Retirement Community in Ontario, initiative undertaken by the Schlegel-University of Waterloo Research Institute for Aging and funded by a grant from The Law Foundation of Ontario. Learn more & register: https://ow.ly/tgl750TSRIc
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An LSO Connects account is necessary for licensees and licensing candidates to complete their regulatory requirements. If you don’t have an account, visit this page to register today: https://ow.ly/Z43950TJKmr
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Hosted by the LSO, this session includes members of the Indigenous communities who will discuss the reality of access to justice in the North. Learn more & register: https://ow.ly/eQNr50TSReZ
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Missed the October Lifelines newsletter from the Member Assistance Program? Find it in the Well-being Resource Centre: https://ow.ly/77Sr50TSEYk
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Your feedback is important. Share your thoughts on the Professional Regulation Committee’s report on considerations to expand the personal and business information that licensees are required to report to the Law Society and the information disclosed on the Lawyer and Paralegal Directory. Learn more and share your feedback before November 30, 2024. https://lnkd.in/g_7t_agr
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