Ontario Trial Lawyers Association

Non-profit association of lawyers acting for plaintiffs. We advocate for justice, safety and the injured.

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Changes are coming. ⚠️

Starting July 1, 2026, many critical no-fault accident benefits will no longer be included as standard coverage in basic auto insurance policies.

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At OTLA’s 2026 Fall Conference: Trial. Deconstructed., explore key procedural issues that arise during trial with Maia Bent.

📅 Thursday, November 5
📍 Metro Toronto Convention Centre

🎟️ OTLA members can register today at https://t.co/omBDo0FC5r.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for our Medical Malpractice Social in Toronto! 🎉

After a full day of learning at Medical School for a Day, it was great to unwind with colleagues, continue the conversations and make new connections over drinks and light bites.

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Laura’s making the rounds. Have you registered? 👀

Fall Conference Co-Chair Laura Hillyer is checking who’s joining us for OTLA’s 2026 Fall Conference: Trial. Deconstructed.

📅 Thursday, November 5
📍 MTCC

Register today: https://t.co/omBDo0FC5r.

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Your opening statement gives the judge or jury a framework for understanding the evidence to come. How do you make those first words count?

At OTLA’s 2026 Fall Conference, explore the art of an effective opening with Paul Harte.

🎟️ Register today at https://t.co/omBDo0FC5r.

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OTLA encourages our members to take time to listen to First Nations, Inuit and Métis voices and learn about the history and ongoing impacts of residential schools.

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Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, the Survivors and their families and communities.

September 30 also marks Orange Shirt Day, a reminder that Every Child Matters. 1/2

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Join us tomorrow virtually for Medical School for a Day, a full day of immersive learning led by experienced medical and nursing professionals.

🎟️OTLA members can register today: https://t.co/W99zaqaUF2.

Not an OTLA member? Become one today at https://t.co/1JilHjGdE4.

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35 Years, 35 Voices highlights the members who have helped shape OTLA & strengthen access to justice across Ontario. Meet Duncan Macgillivray, member since 2008.

"Being a member has helped to shape my career in so many ways,” shares Duncan. 1/2

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We’re excited to announce that OTLA and CDL are once again partnering to bring plaintiff and defence counsel together for a joint personal injury conference!

📆 Thursday, March 4, 2027

🎟️Register today to take advantage of early bird rates: https://t.co/n1RvQ7F0kT.

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Jury questions can do more than guide deliberations.

At OTLA’s 2026 Fall Conference, Liane Brown will explore the effective use of jury questions as a strategic advocacy tool throughout the trial process.

🎟️ Register today: https://t.co/omBDo0FC5r.

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What happens when a witness provides an unexpected or unhelpful answer?

At OTLA’s 2026 Fall Conference, Joanna Sweet will conduct an expert examination-in-chief with OTLA Past President Laurie Tucker serving as the expert witness.

🎟️ Register today: https://t.co/omBDo0FC5r.

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Looking to connect with peers in a relaxed setting?

Join Brandon Pedersen and Priya Shah, New Lawyers Division (NLD) Section Chairs, for an evening of networking at the Gluckstein Personal Injury Lawyers office in Toronto.

🎟️ Register today: https://t.co/swoOnHFYCi.

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35 Years, 35 Voices highlights the members who have helped shape OTLA & strengthen access to justice across Ontario. Meet Heidi Brown, member since 2011.

“Being part of OTLA means being part of a community committed to fairness, advocacy and access to justice,” shares Heidi. 1/2

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Join OTLA’s law clerk section as they share practical tips & strategies to help law clerks work more efficiently, stay organized & navigate the demands of a busy litigation practice.

📆 September 23
⏰ 12:30 to 1:30 pm

OTLA members can register today: https://t.co/xgSFWxgz6B.

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How do you build trust and tell a story from opening to closing?

At OTLA’s Fall Conference, Joel Dick will use a fact scenario to show how to simplify complex evidence, engage the judge or jury and tell the story from start to finish.

🎟️ Register today: https://t.co/omBDo0FC5r.

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Looking for guidance in your practice?

OTLA’s Mentorship Program connects mentees with experienced mentors. Participants can seek guidance on practice development, navigating professional & personal challenges, career direction & more.

➡️ Learn more at https://t.co/4WEhFr63V1.

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Geriatrics & wound care experts play an important role in evaluating the care provided to older adults & individuals with complex medical needs.

Join Susan Chandler for this one-hour session as part of OTLA's Medical School for a Day.

🎟️Register today: https://t.co/W99zaqamPu.

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Interested in becoming part of OTLA’s network of plaintiff personal injury lawyers? Learn more at https://t.co/1JilHjFFOw. 2/2

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35 Years, 35 Voices highlights the members who have helped shape OTLA & strengthen access to justice across Ontario. Meet Michelle Jorge, member since 2003.

"OTLA has been an integral part of my journey as lawyer," shares Michelle. 1/2