Sean Sinclair to Speak at CBA (Saskatchewan) Family Law Section Meeting

by | Feb 27, 2023 | Area of Expertise, Family Law, Lawyers, News, Sean M Sinclair

Members of the CBA (Saskatchewan) Family Law section are invited to join Sean Sinclair on March 7, 2023. Sean will be discussing legal claims related to the non-consensual distribution of intimate images.

Sean successfully represented a client in a recent lawsuit dealing with the non-consensual distribution of intimate images and videos.  The case was a first of its kind in Saskatchewan and resulted in the largest damages award in Canadian history against a distributor of revenge porn.

For more information about the educational session and to register, click here.

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Clavelle Successfully Advocates for Developer

by | Jan 31, 2023 | Awards and Accolades, Curtis P Clavelle, Lawyers, News

On January 3, 2023, the Development Appeals Board for Saskatoon allowed an appeal brought by Curtis Clavelle of Robertson Stromberg LLP on behalf of Arbutus Properties Ltd. to lift a holding symbol with respect to land Arbutus wished to develop in Saskatoon. The holding symbol prevented a parcel of Arbutus’ land in Rosewood to be developed into an affordable housing project. The City of Saskatoon had previously denied Arbutus’ application to lift the holding symbol to allow the project to proceed.

The decision is noteworthy as there are no reported decisions in Saskatchewan considering an appeal of a municipality’s denial to lift a holding symbol in a zoning bylaw. To that end, it may also be one of the first reported decisions in Canada on this subject.

A holding symbol prevents the land from being developed by preventing the municipality from issuing building or development permits with respect to the land. Only after the symbol has been lifted can the land be developed. The City had taken the position that the land was not adequately serviced to accommodate the addition of the affordable housing project. Arbutus’ evidence was that, not only was there adequate capacity at present but that capacity would be bolstered by the provision of new services well ahead of the completion of the apartment building.

The decision serves as a reminder to municipalities that the provisions of their zoning bylaws and official community plans must be interpreted plainly and reasonably.

For more information about this decision or municipal law, contact Curtis Clavelle.

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Join Robertson Stromberg in cheering on articling student Kane Fritzler on the new season of Survivor

by | Jan 31, 2023 | Awards and Accolades, Lawyers, News

Robertson Stromberg is delighted to share that our articling student Kane Fritzler has a new experience to add to his resume – Survivor Season 44 contestant!

Shortly after graduating from law school in spring 2022, Kane embarked on an entirely different type of adventure – flying to the Mamanuca Islands in Fiji to participate in and film the latest season of Survivor, which airs March 1, 2023.

Says Kane “I’d been a big fan of Survivor for as long as I can remember and craved adventure after years of studying – especially since I completed a large chunk of my degree during lockdown. I applied for the show, never thinking in a million years that I’d get chosen. But I was thrilled when I got the call, and the timing was perfect. I was able to film between graduation and starting my new career at Robertson Stromberg.”

Kane excelled in law school, receiving his Juris Doctor with Great Distinction from the University of Saskatchewan in 2022. He was a two-time recipient of the College of Law Academic Achievement Scholarship and was awarded the Law Society of Saskatchewan Bronze Medal for his year.

Says Kirsten Hnatuk, partner at Robertson Stromberg, “People might think reality TV is no big deal. But it takes determination, leadership, social skills, and a strategic mindset to participate in a TV show like Survivor. These are the types of skills we hired Kane for, and we’re excited to see how he utilizes them on the show!”

Although filming wrapped up in the summer of 2022, Kane can’t share how far he made it into the season. But Robertson Stromberg will be following along on the weekly adventure, supporting Kane with viewing parties and an office “Survivor Pool.” Staff will have the chance to place bets on who will win the season, with proceeds going to a charity of Kane’s choice.

Join Robertson Stromberg in cheering on Kane for Survivor Season 44, premiering March 1, 2023, on CBS and Global. Go Kane!

 

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Image source: https://www.truedorktimes.com/survivor/cast/kane_fritzler

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M. Kim Anderson, K.C. receives CBA (Sask) Distinguished Service Award

by | Jan 27, 2023 | Awards and Accolades, Lawyers, M Kim Anderson, News

We are pleased to announce that M. Kim Anderson, K.C., has been awarded the Canadian Bar Association Distinguished Service Award for 2023.

The Distinguished Service Award recognizes contributions and/or achievements by members of the Saskatchewan Branch of the Canadian Bar Association to the legal profession, the law, or development of the law. Significant law-related achievements for the benefit of residents of Saskatchewan are also considered.

Kim’s contributions to his community and profession are well known.  Read more about Kim here.

The award was presented at the Canadian Bar Association (Sask) Mid-Winter Meeting in Saskatoon on January 27, 2023.

Congratulations Kim!

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Jennifer Pereira, K.C. receives Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan)

by | Jan 25, 2023 | Awards and Accolades, Jennifer D Pereira, Lawyers, News

Robertson Stromberg LLP is proud to announce that Jennifer D. Pereira, K.C. is a recipient of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan).

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal (Saskatchewan) celebrates the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty’s accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada. This award honours those who have made a positive impact on our province.

Jenn was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the community. Jenn is presently a director on the Remai Modern Foundation, whose purpose is to support the mission and activities of Remai Modern. She also sits as a trustee for the Canadian Museum of History and the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa. She is a Past President of the Persephone Theatre Board of Directors, and her work for that organization garnered her recognition as a Tourism Leader by Tourism Saskatoon. Jenn has also served on the board of TCU Place in Saskatoon and acted as chair.

Jenn was a long-time volunteer host with the community radio station in Saskatoon CFCR, 90.5 FM. She has also sat on the boards of MOSOFest, the Open Door Society, the Saskatoon Community Radio Society and the Saskatoon Branch of the Osteoporosis Society. Jenn also sat as a non-board volunteer on the governance committee of The Children’s Discovery Museum of Saskatchewan.

Jennifer is a past Senator of the University of Saskatchewan and a volunteer with the United Way.

She is involved in policy and board governance development for various political agencies and non-profits and has participated in several forums on democracy, the environment, and gender equity in support of that work.

RS congratulates Jenn on this significant achievement.

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Pereira and Sinclair are Benchmark Litigation Future Stars

Benchmark Canada is about to release its 6th edition of Benchmark Canada, the Guide to Canada's Leading Litigation Firms and Attorneys.  Benchmark recognizes "up-and-coming legal practitioners who produce the highest quality of work in their respective fields of...

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Pereira’s Insurance Law Article Published in The Advocate

Jennifer Pereira's article titled, "Disclosure of Material Facts in Insurance Applications  - a Review of Zheng v. John Galon Services Ltd." appears in the March 2017 issue of The Saskatchewan Advocate. In the article Jennifer considers the distinction between conduct...

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Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. presents at CBA (Sask) Mid-Winter Meeting

by | Jan 24, 2023 | ADR Processes - Mediation and Arbitration, Area of Expertise, Lawyers, News, Tiffany M Paulsen

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Join Tiffany Paulsen, K.C., at the Canadian Bar Association (Sask) Mid-Winter Meeting on January 27, 2022, where she will participate in a panel discussion about mediation and arbitration. Drawing on her experience as an arbitrator and mediator, Tiffany will share her tips for a successful alternative dispute resolution meeting.

To register or for more information click here.

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