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“Where are the women?” the keynote speaker at last year’s IP Day luncheon asked. This year the Intellectual Property Section tried to answer that question with a Diversity Breakfast aimed at sharing stories and getting people talking about diversity. Read on for an account of the event by Mala Joshi and Kamleh Nicola.

What impact does legal process outsourcing have on your business? Why do you do it – or not? These are the kinds of questions a study launched by the CBA, Taran Virtual Associates and CorbinPartners will be trying to answer, with your help. The deadline has been extended to June 30.

Trust and respect – in law firms as in life, when you have these things in a relationship, everything works better. As part of a Solutions Series session, the CBA surveyed law firm support staff to see what they needed from the lawyers they work with to do their jobs most efficiently. Read on for a brief analysis of the results.

The lawyer who inspired the hit TV series Scandal is confirmed to deliver an unforgettable session at this year’s CBA Legal Conference. She’s a famed reputation management guru, a public opinion mastermind, and the one and only Judy Smith.

CBA International Initiatives has taken part in discussions about what Canada’s priorities should be as the government undertakes a review of its international assistance. CBAII points out that anyone can participate in the review, and has a few ideas of why members should do so.

We all get by with a little help from our friends, especially when those friends have the tools you need. This month we’re highlighting the tools and resources developed by CBA’s Sections, Forums, Committees and initiatives to help you and your practice.

In two decisions rendered today, the SCC upheld solicitor-client privilege.

The CBA’s Alberta Branch worked with Legal Aid Alberta, the Law Society of Alberta and various pro bono organizations/clinics in Alberta to create a number of resources for Fort McMurray evacuees that address their most frequently asked legal questions.

Do you know someone who deserves recognition? Send in your nomination!

Check out the third edition of Fundamentals of Canadian Competition Law.