Disrupting The Traditional Legal Mode: Flat Fees

As artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools become more sophisticated and accessible, their use continues to expand across virtually every aspect of modern life.

For AI developers, the privacy risks of generative AI may extend well beyond the intended uses of their products. A recent finding by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (“OPC”) against X Corp. and xAI underscores that organizations may remain accountable when their AI systems enable the processing of personal information for harmful or foreseeable misuse.

In-House Counsel Worldwide (ICW) and Mondaq are delighted to share their inaugural 2024 Global In-House Counsel Survey Report.

The field of behavioural economics is a fascinating one and it has helped shed light on the many ways in which humans act irrationally.

Employers are increasingly asking their job applicants to consent to police record checks (often referred to as background checks).

With years of experience advising law firms, Collins Barrow Toronto conducted a recent survey that reveals succession as a key law firm priority.

A dearth of imminent leadership to ensure the firm is positioned to move forward.

Some statements, like the one above, make it clear on their face that they are a lie. In fact, some statements, again, like this one, are so obviously false (😊) that no reasonable person would believe them.

As a law student going through the legal recruitment process, whether in Ottawa or elsewhere, it's normal to feel overwhelmed and stressed.

Please join Christine Staley (Director, CBA In-House Lawyers) and Tim Harty (CEO, Mondaq) for a comprehensive overview of the 2026 Canadian In-House Counsel Report.