Congratulations to Michael Leaver on his selection as one of Ottawa’s Forty Under 40 for 2022. A Partner in the firm’s Business Group, Michael has developed a reputation as a ‘go to’ lawyer in Ottawa for M&A and corporate finance transactions. Since being called to the Bar in 2011, he…
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Kelly Santini Presents IBPoC Emerging Artist Award
Kelly Santini is honoured to be presenting this year’s Ottawa Arts Council Emerging Artist Award. The award recognizes and encourages the achievements of Ottawa artists who are in the early stages of their career in the arts and are working towards becoming recognized professional artists, while engaging with the community….
Businesses and Organizations Take Notice! New Mandatory Requirement to apply COVID-19 Screening for Workers and Essential Visitors
Recently, the Ontario Government amended Ontario Regulation 364/20 under the Reopening Ontario (A Response to COVID-19) Act, 2020. Among other things, the amendments require businesses and organizations to comply with any advice, recommendations and instructions issued by the Ministry of Health on screening for COVID-19, including the use of a…
The Enforceability of COVID-19 Liability Waivers
With much of Ontario continuing to reopen, many organizations have begun considering their mitigation strategies to protect both the organization and its employees from liability arising from the transmission of COVID-19. One common mitigation strategy at the forefront is the use of waivers of liability. Interestingly, many jurisdictions have begun…
COVID-19: Frequently Asked Insurance Questions
As the fallout from the COVID-19 virus hits the bottom line, businesses will be looking to see what losses may be covered through their insurance policies. In this post, we answer the most common questions our insurance group receives about business insurance and the losses that are typically covered by…
FAQs: Force majeure, Frustration, and COVID-19
The legal consequences of COVID-19 related shutdowns and interruptions are only beginning to be felt throughout the world. Parties involved in any form of contract are now examining their obligations and options, including invoking force majeure clauses or frustration. Below, we answer common questions about force majeure or frustration and…
Legal Considerations For Your Growing Business – Webinar Recording
When a business starts to gain traction, business owners can face new issues that directly impact the growth of the company and how the business is run. Related Content Best Practices in Preventing and Managing Litigation for Small and Growing Businesses – Webinar Recording Hiring Your First Employee –…
Michael Leaver Joins Partnership
We are pleased to announce that Michael Leaver became a Partner of the firm on January 1, 2019. Michael joined Kelly Santini LLP as an articling student in 2011. As a member of our business law team, Michael has quickly developed his reputation for M&A and corporate finance transactions. He…