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So, You Want to be a Judge?

How Do You Navigate the Process of Being Appointed to the Bench

Created byToronto Lawyers Association
BeginnerUpdated Apr 8, 2023

What You'll Learn

  • check_circleUnderstand judicial selection processes
  • check_circleLearn about key selection criteria
  • check_circleExplore paths to a judgeship
  • check_circleExamine essential skills for judges
  • check_circleDiscuss diversity in judicial appointments
  • check_circleAnalyze the role of references

About This Course

Come and listen to our expert panelists candidly discuss and de-mystify the judicial application and appointment process. Learn how to navigate this complex journey for appointments to:

  • The Ontario Court of Justice
  • The Superior Court of Justice
  • The Federal Court of Canada

This unique program will address a wide range of critical topics, including:

  • What are the most critical selection criteria?
  • How can you stand out as a candidate?
  • When in your career should you apply?
  • How does the selection process ensure the appointment of a diverse range of candidates?
  • How important are references?
  • Will past indiscretions come back to bite you?
  • Can a non-litigation lawyer be appointed?

Leadership & Career Development for Legal Professionals

  • Leadership best practices for legal professionals
  • Profile and career management in preparation for judicial consideration
  • The value of diversity and inclusion in the judiciary
  • Why it's essential for the judiciary to reflect the population it serves
  • Understanding power, privilege, and unconscious bias
  • Ensuring diversity through the selection and appointment process

Presenters:

  • Fareed Amin
  • Cheryl Goldhart
  • Russell Juriansz
  • Christina Porretta
  • Frank Walwyn

Course Content

1 activity • 1 videos • duration: 1h 58m

  • videocamSo You Want to be a Judge? How Do You Navigate the Process of Being Appointed to the Bench?
    Duration 118:34

Your Instructor

Toronto Lawyers Association

Toronto Lawyers Association

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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.

Credit Information

Professional development requirements vary by profession, country, and regulatory body. Before enrolling, review the course details and confirm that the content, learning format, and any listed credits meet your specific requirements. You are responsible for confirming eligibility with your regulator or professional association and keeping the records required for reporting.

What Students Are Saying

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Frequently Asked Questions

We are a registered provider with 300+ associations and regulatory bodies worldwide. We operate across 27 global markets including Canada, the US, Australia, and the UK. Every course page clearly displays its specific accreditations. Upon completion, you receive a professional certificate that can be validated online. Our certificates include all necessary accreditation details, credit hours, and completion dates, and are formatted specifically to meet the submission requirements of most global regulatory bodies.

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