Amy Hagmann block

Jan 21, 2025 | mondaq.com | Amy Hagmann block |Ben Kates

In a decision addressing the application of the standard ofreview on internal administrative appeals, WeirFoulds Partners BenKates and Amy Block secured a favourable result for the Law Societyof Ontario (LSO) in Law Society of Ontario v. McLellan, 2024 ONSC7204. The December 2024 ruling by the Divisional Courtaddressed the deference owing to the trier of fact in professionallicensing decisions dealing with the good character of legalprofessionals.

Dec 11, 2023 | mondaq.com | Amy Hagmann block |Gavin Fior

When regulatory decisions are challenged in court, the starting point is the decision-maker's reasons. Recent case law from the Supreme Court of Canada reminds us just how important reasons are in the review of administrative decisions. On September 27, 2023, the Supreme Court released its decision in Mason v.

Dec 6, 2023 | weirfoulds.com | Amy Hagmann block |Gavin Fior |Joseph Marshall

When regulatory decisions are challenged in court, the starting point is the decision-maker’s reasons. Recent case law from the Supreme Court of Canada reminds us just how important reasons are in the review of administrative decisions. Mason v. CanadaOn September 27, 2023, the Supreme Court released its decision in Mason v.