With the aim of gathering insights from law professionals worldwide on how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the legal sector, the International Bar Association (IBA) Section on Public and Professional Interest (SPPI) Artificial Intelligence Working Group (‘the Working Group’) has launched Phase 2 of its AI Impact Survey. Through this new initiative, the Working Group aims […]

C’est avec grand plaisir que le conseil d’administration d’Hydro-Québec confirme la nomination de Claudine Bouchard à titre de présidente-directrice générale. Vice-présidente exécutive et cheffe de l’exploitation et des infrastructures d’Hydro-Québec depuis septembre 2023, Claudine Bouchard œuvre au sein de la société d’État depuis plus de 25 ans, dont cinq à la haute direction. Leader visionnaire […]

La Cour du Québec réaffirme avec force l’importance de maintenir la confiance de la population envers l’indépendance complète, l’impartialité et la compétence de ses juges.   En 1997, la Cour suprême du Canada a clairement établi que l’indépendance de la magistrature est un principe qui vise tous les tribunaux du pays, que les juges soient […]

In 2013, the English-Speaking Section of the Bar of Montreal established its” Lifetime Achievement Award” to be presented from time to time to a worthy recipient who,throughout his/her career, has demonstrated excellence in the profession, outstanding leadership in and service to the legal profession, and has contributed to the enhancement of the image of the profession.The Award […]

AG James and 18 Attorneys General Argue the President’s Election Executive Order Dramatically Oversteps the Limits of Presidential Power New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that she and a coalition of 18 other attorneys general are suing to stop President Trump’s unconstitutional attempt to seize control of elections. On March 25, the President […]

New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement after the Trump administration’s devastating cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) eliminated critical staff for the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP), which provides medical treatment for 9/11 survivors, first responders, and others affected by the attacks: “When our […]