Feast on a multi-course menu of professionalism topics inspired by the latest in labour and employment litigation. During this 60-minute webinar, we’ll mix case commentary with ethical reflections and service up plenty of practical guidance.
Training & Events
From accredited continuing legal education programs to special interest sessions for our clients and invited friends, Hicks Morley's conferences and events offer valuable insight into topical issues important to your business and your professional growth.
Webinar
Build a Better Employment Agreement: Contracts, Clauses, and Provisions
December 10, 2025The world of employment agreements has changed significantly in recent years but through proper terms and structure, employment agreements can help employers mitigate costly litigation and unforeseen financial consequences. This complementary, one-hour webinar will continue with our overview of the essential components of an employment agreement to best protect your organization.
Webinar
Bad Faith Damages: How Employers Can Avoid and Defend These Claims
November 25, 2025In this session, we will discuss what constitutes bad faith in the employment context and how it applies to different phases of the employment relationship. We will address employer conduct leading up to termination, at the time of termination, during the post-termination period and during litigation—each of which can have an effect on an award for bad faith damages.
Speaking Engagement
County of Carleton Law Association (CCLA): 2025 Annual Civil Litigation Updated Conference
November 21, 2025 - November 22, 2025Get ahead on the latest employment litigation developments with a deep dive into a recent case. Drew McArthur will walk through how the case redefines access to redress and procedural obligations at the CCLA Litigation Updated Conference on November 22.
Webinar
What to Do When Employees Depart
November 12, 2025Is your business protected when key employees depart? Employee resignations often bring significant commercial and legal risks, particularly when departing employees move to competitors or attempt to solicit clients or colleagues. Employers must learn the right steps to protect your organization’s relationships and information when key talent moves on. This one-hour webinar will walk participants through the legal obligations, practical steps, and common pitfalls to avoid when an employee exits their organization.
Conference
School Board Management Conference: The New Rules of School Board HR
November 4, 2025From new leave entitlements and Human Rights Tribunal changes to Charter rights and precedent-setting arbitration awards, the Human Resources landscape for Ontario school boards is shifting fast. Our School Board Management conference will equip you with the must-know updates and strategies you need to stay compliant and prepared.
Speaking Engagement
In this one-hour presentation designed for law clerks, Eleanor Vaughan will provide a legal update on the proposed changes to the Rules of Civil Procedure that could facilitate access to justice and reduce the costs of civil litigation. She will also review the current state and challenges of civil litigation in Ontario.
Webinar
Practical Considerations for HRTO Litigation
May 13, 2025Employers and service providers must be strategic with respect to procedural practices and tendencies at the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario. Join Sean Reginio & Mornelle Lee on May 13 for tips on the best ways to navigate HRTO proceedings.
Webinar
The world of employment agreements has changed significantly in recent years but through proper terms and structure, employment agreements can help employers mitigate costly litigation and unforeseen financial consequences. This complimentary webinar will provide an overview of the essential components of an employment agreement that, if improperly drafted, have the potential to pose significant financial and litigation risk to an organization.
Webinar
Managing the Workplace in Economic Uncertainty
February 20, 2025Join us for this complimentary webinar, designed for Ontario business owners and HR professionals in both unionized and non-unionized environments, to gain topical insights on how you can effectively manage your workplace amid ongoing economic uncertainty.