Understanding Joint Retainers
Program originally held on September 17, 2009
Moderator(s):
Ian M. Hull, C.S.
Hull & Hull LLP
This essential program will provide an overview of the Rules of Professional Conduct regarding joint retainers: How to deal with them, confidentiality and special considerations. Presenters will also discuss the use of joint retainers in various areas of practice, including wills and estates, real estate, criminal, and insurance.
Program Content
You will learn about:
- What is a Joint Retainer?
- Wills and Estates Issues with a Joint Retainer
- Real Estate Issues Arising from Joint Retainers
- Criminal Law Issues Arising from Joint Retainers
- Civil Litigation Issues with Joint Retainers
Speakers
Caterina Galati, Senior Competence Counsel, The Law Society of Upper Canada
Ian M. Hull, C.S., Hull & Hull LLP
Janet Leiper, C.S., Barrister and Solicitor
Ian A. Mair, Moodie Mair Walker LLP
Suzana Popovic-Montag, TEP, Hull & Hull LLP




