CL Talk

Lucas Kilravey calls for transparency and real change in law firm diversity

22 Jul 2025

Lucas Kilravey is an associate at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP’s real estate practice in New York. He spoke about the business case for diversity in law, the persistent gaps in representation at major firms, and the practical steps needed to support and advance diverse legal talent. Kilravey discussed the impact of open communication and inclusive leadership on team performance, the shortcomings of traditional mentorship programs, and the urgent need for greater transparency and accountability in law firm hiring and promotion practices. Kilravey will speak on these issues at the Canadian Legal Summit 2025 in Toronto on October 9.

From academia to the bench: Justice Sheilah Martin's path to the Supreme Court of Canada

From academia to the bench: Justice Sheilah Martin's path to the Supreme Court of Canada

08 Jul 2025

Martin recounts her shift from legal education to judicial leadership and the values that shaped her journey

Justice Minister Sean Fraser on Carney's call, constitutional limits, and his plans for legal reform

Justice Minister Sean Fraser on Carney's call, constitutional limits, and his plans for legal reform

01 Jul 2025

In a CL Talk interview, Fraser discusses bail reform, judicial appointments, and sentencing

Carole Piovesan of INQ Law on AI, privacy law and emerging legal frontiers

Carole Piovesan of INQ Law on AI, privacy law and emerging legal frontiers

24 Jun 2025

She will speak at the Canadian Legal Summit on how evolving practice areas are reshaping legal strategy

Tracy Ross on how the RBC legal team executed Canada’s biggest bank acquisition over a weekend

Tracy Ross on how the RBC legal team executed Canada’s biggest bank acquisition over a weekend

18 Jun 2025

Multiple wins at Canadian Law Awards recognized the group’s excellence and strategic leadership

BC's legal future: Attorney General Niki Sharma on technology, equity, and reform

BC's legal future: Attorney General Niki Sharma on technology, equity, and reform

17 Jun 2025

She spoke on the CL Talk podcast about her government's legal regulation changes