How AI is Changing Bay Street’s Law Firms

AI is transforming industries everywhere, and the legal sector is a prime example. Over the past decade, I’ve witnessed law firms evolve from cautious observers to enthusiastic adopters of technology, leveraging AI to deliver better outcomes for their clients. The evidence speaks for itself, with AI adoption rates soaring among legal professionals — from 19% […]

The Ultimate in Influencer Marketing: Build your Own Marketplace

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Culture Counsel is a monthly column focusing on the intricacies of law through the lens of pop culture and business. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Love it or hate it, influencer marketing is a pervasive and persuasive mode of advertising.  In today’s society, it is estimated that about 45% of the world’s population uses social media. Generally, we spend […]

Can Food Trucks Save the Restaurant Industry?

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Culture Counsel is a monthly column focusing on the intricacies of law through the lens of pop culture and business. [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]Restaurants are central to our social fabric. First dates and anniversaries flood restaurant reservation lists.  Celebrating your colleague’s promotion (or termination) happens at your local “Cheers”.   What’s your favourite formula for Friday night’s “Netflix […]

The NCLI Is Providing Legal Aid to Small Businesses and Canadians in Need

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] NCLI members pictured left to right: Fahad Diwan, Daniel Kim, Rapti Ratnayake, David Medhurst, Lana Karapetyan, Daniel Escott, Alex Don, Mark Mejia Kuznetsov. [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]So much about the legal system can feel unattainable. If it’s not the process of finding a great lawyer, it’s paying the price of a great lawyer. For business owners and […]

The Intersection of Consumer and Corporate Social Responsibility during COVID-19

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Culture Counsel is a monthly column focusing on the intricacies of law through the lens of pop culture and business. [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]In today’s COVID-19 environment, an interesting shift is emerging, bringing a heightened sense of consumer awareness. Consumers are carefully watching how companies are pivoting during this time. Some businesses are applauded and some are (rightfully) […]

Notary Pro is Making Virtual Notarizing Available For Canadians Everywhere

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]While other legal practices have modernized, a practice that has been used since the Roman Empire – notary services, although needed commonly for things like OSAP applications and Affidavits, have become somewhat of a forgotten service.    Many legal processes have been complicated in recent weeks leaving Canadians with questions on how to move forward. In […]