Francios Giroux

Regulatory mandate for the Law Society of Ontario The regulation of immigration matters and its impact on the independence of the legal profession and the mandate of law societies – Regulation The regulation of immigration consultants in the province of Ontario and its impact on the independence of the legal profession. Sections 237.3 and 237.4 of the Income Tax Act which expand the mandatory disclosure rules regarding reportable and notifiable transactions. Regulations enacted pursuant to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act as it pertains to the regulation of the legal profession. Reforms to the Criminal Code to implement rules related to the search of law offices. International trade policy related to legal services performed in Ontario and Canada Internal trade policy relating to legal services delivered in Canada. Family Law court reform to facilitate greater access to justice. Changes to policies or programs that may impact the Ontario Legal Aid program. Changes to banking procedures related to cheque imaging. Bill C-23 - with respect to the impact of the provision of paralegal and legal services in the province of Ontario.