A show about the law and lawyers. But not, per se, FOR lawyers. Sure, Wards Legal Matters does feature lawyers from one of Central Ontario’s leading law firms, participating in smart examinations and discussions about an oft-misunderstood topic – the law. But host Denis Grignon – who’s NOT a lawyer – guides the conversation in an engaging, entertaining manner, using clear language that everyone can understand and relate to. Theme music by Lindsay’s own, Sean Jamieson.
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In this special episode, we return to Jason Ward’s kitchen table, more than a year and a half after the co-owner of the area’s most successful law firm opened up about his decision to leave a life of law – and focus on his recovery from addiction. Where is Jason now in that journey? What has he learned about how to manage his own mental health? Wha…
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Episode 6 - Stalking’s legal – and emotional – toll
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If they tell you they’re being stalked, believe them. That’s the message from someone who works for a local social agency that cares for women in crisis, as well as a criminal lawyer whose files include cases of stalking. But it can be a complex issue – especially with how the legal system can act on it. Alisha Fisher, community services manager wi…
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Episode 5 – All right, students. Pencils (and phones) down!
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In this special episode, we take our show on the road for a live recording at IE Weldon Secondary School in Lindsay. And the verdict is in: students in Mr Bergman’s Grade 12 law class came very well-prepared with a court room full of great questions for our panel of legal experts. Sam Drebit, Alex McLeod, Tory Smith, Hamid Asrar and Audrey Gregory …
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Episode 4 - New house. So, no problems. Right? Uh...well...
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When you move into that newly-built house – (and there are many springing up in Kawartha Lakes) – there’s always a risk you’ll discover a....discrepancy. Maybe it’s a different flooring than you were expecting from the builder. Or it’s a crack in the foundation. Or worse. What’s your legal recourse? Lawyer, Calvin Chan, offers some insight and tips…
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Episode 3 - Say, aren’t you that lawyer person?
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For those of us who live in a small town, we’ve pretty much heard all the jokes. The “Welcome” and “Come Again” sign on the same post. Your vehicle doesn’t need a turn signal, since everyone knows where you’re going. And so on... These (cough) “jokes” are wildly mythical and unfair. Sort of. Because, you see, a smaller population CAN make life more…
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Episode 2 - From Chalk Board to the Boardroom
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That transition from post-secondary to your first career job can be – and usually is – daunting.“This is sure different than school!” is, indeed, a common refrain.But here’s the thing: isn’t it supposed to be different? And challenging? And scary? But also rewarding and re-assuring?We speak to five people studying law - Desiree Tomaselli, Abbie Has…
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Episode 1 - Hey, TV! You're out of order!
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In this, our inaugural episode, we take a look at how the law and lawyers are portrayed on TV and in film. Lawyers Calvin Chan, Alex McLeod and Hamid Asrar, along with law clerk, Samantha Drebit, and articling student, Aaron Huizinga, do it through an especially Canadian legal lens. Eh! Theme music by Lindsay’s own, Sean Jamieson.…
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