Current events, announcements, and other happenings at JSS Barristers.
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.
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.
CBC - "After her toaster oven caught fire, Ontario Woman was told by Whirlpool to take it up with a company in China"
May 28, 2020
In an interview with CBC, Robert Hawkes QC informs the reader that while consumer laws differ across the country, they all include an implied warranty that goes beyond the ones that's issued by the manufacturer or retailer.
Edmonton Journal - "Get ready for a wave of post-pandemic lawsuits, Alberta Lawyers say"
April 27, 2020
"The post COVID-19 world will be awash in lawsuits and other forms of litigation, as people turn to the courts to help sort through the pandemic's wreckage, Alberta lawyers say." - Jonny Wakefield.
Legal 500 Ranks JSS Barristers Among the Top Boutique Dispute Resolution Firms in Alberta for 2019
January 3, 2019
For the second year in a row, JSS Barristers has been ranked as one of the top boutique dispute resolution firms in Alberta.
JSS Barristers Home to Nine Litigation Stars and Four Future Stars According to Benchmark Litigation
November 7, 2018
In total, 13 of our lawyers were named by Benchmark Litigation as litigation stars or future stars. Congratulations to everyone for this well-deserved recognition for your hard work and dedication to your clients.
Canadian Lawyer Magazine: JSS Barristers Named in Top 10 Civil Litigation Boutique for Fifth Consecutive Year
August 3, 2018
JSS Barristers has been recognized by Canadian Lawyer Magazine as one of the top 10 civil litigation boutiques in Canada, voted on by lawyers, in-house counsel and clients from across Canada.
Answering the Call From the Calgary Drop-In Centre
July 1, 2018
In July of 2018, the Calgary Drop-In Centre issued a request for a donation of water bottles, noting that a recent bout of high temperatures posed an increased risk for dehydration. JSS Barristers dropped off five boxes of water bottles, which were put to quick use by Calgarians in need.
JSS Barristers Participates in the Justicia Project
February 5, 2018
JSS Barristers is pleased to announce our participation in the Justicia Project, a Law Societies initiative with the aim of supporting the retention and advancement of women lawyers in the profession.
Carsten Jensen QC, FCI Arb will serve as our designated Diversity Officer and lead the firm's participation in this initiative, along with our managing partner, Stacy Petriuk.
JSS Barristers Recognized by Benchmark For 2018
January 18, 2018
Benchmark has released its list of Litigation Stars for 2018 with 10 JSS Barristers lawyers making the list.
JSS Barristers Recognized by The Legal 500 For 2018
January 10, 2018
JSS Barristers has been recognized by The Legal 500 as a leading firm in 2018.
Additionally, Carsten Jensen QC, FCIArb has been recognized as a leading lawyer in Dispute Resolution.
JSS Barristers Recognized by Best Lawyers For 2018
January 3, 2018
JSS Barristers has been recognized by Best Lawyers for 2018 in the practice areas of alternative dispute resolution, class action litigation, corporate and commercial litigation, defamation and media law, and personal injury litigation.
Maureen McCartney-Cameron Elected as President of the Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association (ACTLA)
December 5, 2017
Congratulations to Maureen McCartney-Cameron on Her Recent Election as President of the Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association (ACTLA)