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Ottawa & Kingston
Joined March 2014
Soloway Wright was proud to sponsor the @soloway_jcc Celebrity Sports Dinner on Oct. 21, featuring Maria Sharapova! Congratulations to our partner Julia Heintzman, recognized as a female business leader in Ottawa at this year’s event. #SolowayWright
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S. 47 of Ontario’s Construction Act confirms the Court’s power to discharge frivolous, vexatious or abusive liens without the need for a trial. Questions about a construction dispute? Contact Kris Dixon: solowaywright.com/lawyer/kri… #solowaywright
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Are you a 2L law student? Join us at our Ottawa office Nov. 19, 5–7:30 p.m. to meet our lawyers and students and learn about summer and articling opportunities. RSVP: [email protected] solowaywright.com/the-firm/s… #SolowayWright
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Soloway Wright is proud to sponsor the Ottawa Real Estate Forum @re_forums! Connect with industry leaders and explore the trends shaping Ottawa’s commercial real estate market. Register: tinyurl.com/4w8anzuy Learn more: solowaywright.com/service/re… #OREF #CREForums #SolowayWright
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A testamentary spousal trust can support a surviving spouse during their lifetime while preserving capital for other beneficiaries. It may also defer capital gains tax until the spouse’s death. Learn more: solowaywright.com/service/es… #solowaywright #EstatePlanning
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Employers with 25+ employees as of Jan. 1 must establish a Written Policy on Electronic Monitoring by March 1 under Ontario’s ESA. Need help drafting an effective WPEM? Contact Shannon: solowaywright.com/lawyer/sha… #SolowayWright #EmploymentLaw
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Our Health & Wellness Committee brought a little colour to the workday with a Boardroom Bloom Bar. 🌸 Special thanks to our Shannon Sweeney, who grew the flowers in her garden and shared them with the team. #SolowayWright #HealthAndWellness
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Proud to have been there as Andre Ducasse was sworn in as an Associate Judge of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Ottawa. At Soloway Wright, we support one another, celebrate accomplishments and cheer each other on. We couldn’t be prouder of Andre. #SolowayWright
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When did the procurement process actually begin? In Dalren v. Loadstar, 2026 ONCA 500, the Court found a 2017 RFP determined the applicable legislation even though the contract was signed in 2020. Read the decision: canlii.org/en/on/onca/doc/20… #SolowayWright #ConstructionLaw
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“I don’t practise construction law” isn’t always a complete defence. Join Todd Storms & Sarah Naughton for a complimentary Construction Law Crash Course Oct. 15 in Kingston. Learn more and RSVP: [email protected] solowaywright.com/service/co… #SolowayWright
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Proud to sponsor the @YMCAEasternON’s annual Community Classic in Kingston! We’re grateful to support an organization making a meaningful impact through its programs and initiatives. Learn more about Soloway Wright: solowaywright.com/ #SolowayWright #GivingBack
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When can a writ of possession be renewed? Bank of Nova Scotia v. Gauthier, 2026 ONSC 5348 considers the factors courts may consider when extending a writ. Read the case: canlii.org/en/on/onsc/doc/20… Questions? solowaywright.com/lawyer/nic… #SolowayWright
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Our Construction Law Team put the tools down and picked up their forks & cups! With the team growing, we took some time to build camaraderie, share a few laughs & enjoy an evening at Arlo Restaurant. Back at it today, helping clients build & resolve. solowaywright.com/service/co…
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Todd Storms, Partner at Soloway Wright, joins the Oct. 8 LiveWire Conference panel “The State of Ontario’s Electrical Sector,” discussing legislative changes, technology, projects & workforce trends shaping the industry. Register: events.annexbusinessmedia.co… #SolowayWright
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Join Kyle Van Schie of Soloway Wright at the Lancaster House Ottawa Labour Law Conference, Oct. 6-7. Kyle will discuss complex accommodation issues involving mental health, neurodiversity & chronic/episodic disabilities. Register: lancasterhouse.com/conferenc… #SolowayWright
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Reminder: Section 13 of the Construction Act requires directors to engage in their roles. S.13(1)(a) can mean personal liability where directors know or reasonably ought to know the corporation is breaching trust: solowaywright.com/lawyer/kri… #SolowayWright #ConstructionLaw
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Buying a newer resale home? There may still be Tarion coverage. You don’t have to be the original purchaser, but buying the home doesn’t restart warranty periods. Before closing, confirm remaining coverage, claims & deadlines. Questions? solowaywright.com/lawyer/eri… #SolowayWright
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With nearly 25 years of experience, Dan helps businesses navigate transactions, commercial leases and contracts with a focus on practical solutions. He also shares his perspective on AI and contract drafting. Learn more: solowaywright.com/news/lawye… #SolowayWright #CorporateLaw
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Ontario’s appeal process has changed. Effective Sept. 1, 2026, amendments to Rule 61.16 change the timelines and process for reviewing certain orders made by a single judge of the Court of Appeal or Divisional Court. Questions? solowaywright.com/lawyer/may… #SolowayWright
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Ontario’s new AI-related amendments to the Rules of Civil Procedure are now in effect. Cheyanna Sammy explains what Rules 4.06.1 & 53.03 mean for lawyers and expert witnesses, and why verification matters. Read more: solowaywright.com/news/ontar… #SolowayWright #OntarioLaw
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