Exploring the Extraordinary Journey of a Supreme Court Justice and Acclaimed Litigator
The Honourable Frank Iacobucci, a former Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, and now senior counsel at Torys, is a living legend—he is interviewed by Sheila Block, who was recently appointed to the Order of Canada and is one of Canada’s top litigators and a past recipient of TLA’s Award of Distinction.
The Honourable Frank Iacobucci discusses his path to success, starting with his childhood in BC and his long and illustrious career. The interview is a great companion to his recent biography Building Justice, by Shauna Van Praagh. The book provides a compelling consideration of the study and practice of law as it follows the stages of Frank Iacobucci’s life and career.
Gain profound insights into the dynamic nature of law, the transformative era of the Charter, the evolution of the judiciary and legal profession, and the critical importance of values and diversity in the pursuit of justice.
This course offers unique perspectives, inspiration, and timeless legal wisdom from two genuine titans of the Canadian legal community.
Presenter(s):
- Sheila Block
- Frank Iacobucci
Toronto Lawyers Association
For more than 135 years, the Toronto Lawyers' Association, located within the Courthouse Library, has represented the interests of lawyers practising in the City of Toronto. The association was founded to support its members in three key areas: Knowledge, Advocacy, and Community. To uphold these pillars, the association offers a year-round mix of online and in-person education programs for lawyers, hosts both free and paid events to foster in-person networking, and submits advocacy pieces on behalf of its members to the Ontario bench and bar, all levels of government, and the broader public.
