Wills & Estates Associate, Sasha Kraus is a recipient of the prestigious Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation. The TEP designation formally distinguishes qualified practitioners from non-specialists, and offers a competitive advantage in attracting clients.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our Partner, friend and colleague, Michael H. Appleton, Q.C. Michael passed away on July 10, 2022.
Following his graduation from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1964, he practiced law for 56 years and was the Managing Partner for 33 years. During that tenure he oversaw the almost five-fold growth of our firm. Michael was instrumental in building this firm and its continued success since the merger of Siegal, Fogler and Rubinoff & Rubinoff in 1982. Fogler, Rubinoff LLP would not be what we are today without Michael’s leadership, business acumen, wisdom and sense of humour. His deep commitment to our clients and our firm was something we all admired.
Our hearts are with Michael’s family, who always mattered the most to him. He will be deeply missed by everyone who was privileged to work with and learn from him.
June is Pride month; a celebration of the significant impact that LGBTQ+ individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally. And what better way to celebrate than by honouring these achievements.
Pride is a testament of the power that individuals have in bringing about social change and is also a reminder of the struggles and sacrifices that have, and continue to, take place for change to occur.
As part of Pride month, we will be hosting Kimahli Powell on June 22nd, to speak about his contributions to the LGBTQ+ community. Kimahli is the Executive Director at Rainbow Railroad, a not-for-profit that helps LGBTQ+ people who are experiencing persecution, harassment or violence in their home countries.
Congratulations to the following lawyers elected to the 2022-2023 OBA Section Executives
Kathryn Balter, Trusts and Estates Law – Secretary
Alexander Evangelista, Younge Lawyers Division – Member-at-large
Samantha Green, Civil Litigation – CPD Liaison
Jared Schwartz, Health Law – Member-at-large
Carol Dirks will be on the Condo Legal Roundup panel at this year’s CAI Condo Conference. This informative session will look at some of the pitfalls that are associated with condominium litigation, and how to avoid them in your condo community. Small decisions can have big consequences, and the panel will provide some practical tips and solutions to avoid litigation and contentious situations in your condo.
Karen Rosen presented at the OBA’s Secured Transaction Essentials for Business Lawyers on the topic of “Negotiating and Issuing Transaction Opinions”.
Back by popular demand, this foundational program provided essential and practical advice on how to approach aspects of secured financing transactions and personal property security law in Ontario, as well as how they have been impacted by the global pandemic.
Bill Taggert will co-chair this annual OBA Aboriginal Law Program on June 22, 2022
Join the OBA at their annual conference and get up to speed on the emerging issues and latest substantive developments that are impacting the practice of Aboriginal law in Ontario and Canada. With a particular focus on the changing legal scenery in Aboriginal title and rights, our exceptional faculty will walk you through the most important recent cases and provide valuable insights to implement in your practice. Learn more about the interpretation of treaty rights in a modern context as well as practical strategies for pursuing treaty annuity claims. In addition, join Honourable Justice Sébastien Grammond of the Federal Court for a thought-provoking discussion about recognizing Indigenous law.
Interested in learning more about our 2L Summer Program?
Join Myriah Graves, Director of Professional Development, on Wednesday June 15th, as we open our doors virtually to 2L law students, Register today and find out what makes Fogler, Rubinoff LLP such a great place to work.
Congratulations to Myriah Graves, Director of Professional Development, on being the recipient of a NALP Service Excellence Award.
The award recognize volunteers who go above and beyond making notable contributions to the organization and its members. According to NALP’s Board of Directors “Myriah adds tremendous value to everything in which she is involved. NALP, its members, and the students and attorneys we serve have all benefited from Myriah’s thoughtful and effective leadership in helping to refine and develop programming that effectively serves NALP and the legal profession.”
Myriah was recognized for her exceptional leadership as the Chair of NALP’s Canadian Section in 2020-2021, Co-Chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Work Group in 2021, and for taking the lead in developing NALP’s Canadian Winter Meeting in December 2021.
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