Current events, announcements, and other happenings at JSS Barristers.
Oliver Ho Begins as the New Managing Partner
February 1, 2022
Oliver Ho begins his tenure today as the firm's new managing partner. Oliver first joined the firm in 2004, gaining multiple awards and accolade for his practice. He is known for his pragmatic approach to resolving clients' disputes has assisted his clients in achieving both effective and efficient solutions.
Globe and Mail Names JSS Barristers Among Canada's Best Law Firms
November 16, 2021
JSS Barristers has been included on The Globe and Mail’s list of Canada’s Best Law Firms 2022. This prestigious award is presented by The Globe and Mail and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on November 16th, 2021, and can currently be viewed on The Globe and Mail website.
Our New Articling Student, Harsh Sisodia
September 9, 2021
JSS Barristers has had a tradition of strong articling students and Harsh Sisodia is certainly a strong candidate to continue in that tradition.
JSS Barristers Adds to Bench Depth With Robyn Graham Addition
July 21, 2021
JSS Barristers is pleased to welcome Robyn Graham to firm. A graduate from the University of Alberta Law School, Robyn practiced for five years in Edmonton, AB, before making the move to join JSS Barristers in Calgary.
Matthew Scott Called to the Alberta Bar in a Virtual Session
June 22, 2021
University of Saskatchewan College of Law graduate, Matthew Scott, was called to the Alberta Bar today after completing his articles at JSS Barristers. In a virtual session, his principal, Oliver Ho, spoke at great length about Matthew's outside-the-box thinking. He now continues to practice law as an associate at JSS Barristers.
Joseph Heap Completes His Articles, Becomes Firm's Newest Associate
June 15, 2021
Former articling student, Joseph Heap, was admitted to the Alberta Bar and now practices as an Associate at JSS Barristers.
Ryan Phillips sits down with Global News Calgary to discuss three main elements to a defamation case.
June 12, 2021
Global News Calgary interviewed Ryan Phillips who laid out the three main elements to a defamation case.
What is the Five Corners Room?
June 11, 2021
Last summer, we wrote a feature about our breakout rooms, the Roy Snyder and the Hutz. Those rooms are an accompaniment to the main feature of our firm’s 7th floor: the Five Corners Room, a state-of-the-art hearing room.
3 Nominations in Benchmark Litigation Canada Awards
April 6, 2021
Benchmark Litigation released their list of nominees at the 2021 Canada Awards. JSS Barristers has been shortlisted in 2 regional categories for Alberta and 1 national category:
Robert W. Armstrong, QC, Former Partner, Appointed to Justice of Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta
February 8, 2021
Former firm partner, Robert W. Armstrong, QC, has been appointed to Justice of the Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta by The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada.
CTV News - "Union wants meat processors to receive vaccines"
January 27, 2021
Does an employer have the ability to force an employee to receive a COVID-19 vaccination? Sarah Miller answers that question in an interview with CTV News.
The Newest Associate at JSS Barristers
December 1, 2020
JSS Barristers is pleased to announce Daniel Mills has joined the firm as an associate; practicing in the areas of general commercial litigation, insolvency & restructuring, employment and construction.
Angad Bedi, the Newest Addition to the Alberta Bar
November 20, 2020
We are proud to announce that Angad Bedi was admitted to the Alberta Bar and is the newest associate at JSS Barristers.
Stacy Petriuk QC, Successfully Re-Elected as LSA Bencher
November 17, 2020
Firm partner, Stacy Petriuk QC, successfully ran for re-election as a Bencher with the Law Society of Alberta. Stacy received over 1,900 votes, the most of any nominee.
Re-Elect Stacy Petriuk QC, for LSA Bencher
November 1, 2020
Benchers are a 24-member board that governs the Law Society of Alberta ("LSA"), 20 of whom are elected by other lawyers. They serve a three year-term and are responsible for the governance of the LSA and adjudication of the profession as regulators that are committed to helping lawyers achieve the highest levels of professional and ethical standards.
JSS Barristers Supports Orange Shirt Day
September 30, 2020
On September 30, we show our support for Orange Shirt Day, an opportunity to encourage open, meaningful discussion about the effect and legacy of Residential Schools in Canada.
We wear our orange shirts in support of these discussions and for those whose lives have been affected.
JSS Barristers Remains Among Top General Commercial Litigation Firms in Alberta According to Chambers Global.
September 19, 2020
For the second consecutive year, JSS Barristers maintains a band 2 ranking for commercial litigation in Alberta, sitting among the top firms in the province.
Best Lawyers: Sabri M. Shawa, QC, FCIArb, Named Lawyer of the Year in Alternative Dispute Resolution. 7 Lawyers Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada for 2020.
August 19, 2020
We are happy to announce that Sabri M. Shawa, QC, FCIArb, has been named Lawyer of the Year in alternative dispute resolution. An incredible recognition for a lawyer of Sabri’s calibre. Additionally, the following lawyers have been recognized for their work by The Best Lawyers in Canada...
The Story of the Roy Snyder and Hutz Rooms
August 14, 2020
During the firm's office renovations of 2014, the renovation committee was engaged in a hot topic debate: what do we name our new meeting rooms on the 7th floor?
Benchmark Litigation: Three partners named to Top 40 & Under Hot List
August 4, 2020
Three partners have been named to Benchmark Litigation's Top 40 & Under Hot List.
Darel G. Samuelson joins JSS Barristers as counsel
August 4, 2020
JSS Barristers is pleased to announced that Darel G. Samuelson has joined the firm as counsel as of August 1, 2020. Darel brings over four decades of experience in law.
CTV Calgary - "Businesses face potential pandemic liability"
June 19, 2020
Oliver Ho responds to Dr. Deena Hinshaw's warning that organizations are exposing themselves to liability when they don't follow provincial guidelines in this CTV News piece.