by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 25, 2020 | Our Take on Things
As August draws to a close, even if you don’t have school aged kids, it still usually feels like “back to school” which brings on that Fall Feeling. We’re having that big time at the firm right now. This past Friday our firm said farewell to our...
by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 18, 2020 | Our Take on Things
What is ILCO? The Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (“ILCO”) is a professional association providing continuing education, fellowship and networking for its members and strives to advance and protect the status and interests of the profession. Can anyone belong...
by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 11, 2020 | Our Take on Things
In March 2020, the Small Claims Court closed its doors to in-person filings and appearances to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Only emergency Motions were being heard after the Government-ordered shutdown. Limited Settlement Conferences were later being...
by Andriessen & Associates | Aug 4, 2020 | Our Take on Things
With phase 3 rolling out in many municipalities, we don’t know whether we’re seeing the end of this pandemic, or whether we are on the eve of a second wave. Unfortunately, one thing that is certain is this pandemic has brought with it a great deal of...
by Andriessen & Associates | Jul 28, 2020 | Our Take on Things
When I began Articling in Toronto, 29 years ago the monetary limit of the Small Claims Court in Toronto was $ 3,000.00 and $1,000.00 elsewhere. It appears the powers that be think that is still the limit. It is not. The Small Claims Court limit was...