Congrats to Justin Rochester for being featured in Law 360. Check out the full article here: https://www.law360.ca/ca/articles/2442269/-just-a-paralegal-clearing-up-some-misconceptions-about-these-officers-of-the-court
The Paralegal TownHall is very excited to be teaming up with the Ontario Association of Black Paralegals for our BlackHistoryMonth virtual conversation centered on leadership, legacy, and lived experience in the legal profession on Zoom!
We have received accreditation from the Law Society of Ontario and can now confirm this program contains 5 hours of EDI Professionalism Content!
We are also proud to announce our all-star lineup of speakers highlighting “Black Brilliance Across Generations!” Our Keynote Speakers are: The Honourable Aston J. Hall, Associate Chief Justice, Ontario Court of Justice, The Honourable Lori Anne Thomas of the Ontario Court of Justice, and Judge Rochelle Ivri, a Citizenship Judge.
In addition, we are most appreciative to have Deborah Moriah, Leon Presner, BA, PI, P1, Selwyn Pieters, B.A., LL.B., L.E.C., Knia Singh, Lavinia Latham, Tonya Kent, Sehmani Leo, and Lyschin (Liz) Smith share their incredible stories, along with Opening Remarks from Justin D Rochester!
“Voices of Legacy: Black Leadership in Law” brings together respected voices from the Black legal community to reflect on the paths they have shaped, the progress made, and the work that remains. This conversation is rooted in history, accountability, and the responsibility of the legal profession to create space for equity and representation.
🗓 Saturday, February 28, 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 4:00pm (EST)
💻 FREE virtual session | Registration required
This event is open to paralegals, lawyers, students, legal educators, and justice-sector professionals who are committed to thoughtful dialogue and meaningful change within the legal system.
Register here: https://lnkd.in/gKwbUzP5
We are proud to share that The Paralegal TownHall will be partnering with the Rights and Responsibilities Awareness Initiative (RRAI) to deliver a series of public-facing legal discussions and education sessions.
RRAI is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving access to justice through early legal awareness, multilingual public legal education, and community-based outreach.
Their work focuses on helping individuals understand their rights and responsibilities before issues escalate, reducing confusion and preventing avoidable legal disputes.
Through this partnership, The Paralegal TownHall and RRAI will collaborate on informative, practical sessions designed to: demystify the legal system, promote legal literacy in underserved communities, and highlight the critical role paralegals play in access to justice.
This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to education, prevention, and community empowerment, bringing the law closer to the people it affects most.
More details to come. We look forward to building meaningful dialogue and impact together.
Thank you to Hetham Karky Ph.D for coordinating this partnership!
Calling all Paralegal Students!
The Paralegal TownHall is officially opening applications for Paralegal Student Volunteers to serve as Paralegal College Representatives on our Student Advisory Committee 
This is a great opportunity to:
– Get involved in the paralegal community
– Build leadership and advocacy experience
– Represent your college at a growing professional platform
– Boost that résumé (yes, this counts 
)
Deadline to apply:
Friday, February 13 at 11:59 PM
How to apply:
Complete the application form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsRyQZs1DB7_eYEjNpmoQ7FZMsNz-SDEI2Kdh9ikJiYz2wlQ/viewform?usp=dialog
Email your résumé to: theparalegaltownhall@gmail.comApply now and let’s build something #StrongerTogether!
📣 You’re Invited: The First Paralegal TownHall Networking Night!!!
The Paralegal TownHall is pleased to invite legal professionals and legal students to our first official Networking Night, an evening designed to connect, converse, and build community within the profession!
🗓 Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Milestones
📌 300 Borough Dr, Unit 1001, Scarborough, ON M1P 2K2
💼 Cost: FREE for 2026 Paralegal TownHall PassHolders
• $25 + HST ($28.25 total) for everyone else
(Please E-transfer to TheParalegalTownHall@gmail.com with your name in the message box)
What’s Included:
• Complimentary assortment of appetizers included with admission
Please note: Main courses and beverages available for individual purchase
This is a relaxed, social evening, especially for any students who wrote the P1 exam the previous week or those who are writing the FLSP exam earlier in the day. No panels, no speeches, but just an opportunity to mix and mingle with colleagues, expand your professional network, and enjoy great food in great company!
Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, new licensee, or student preparing to enter the profession, you’re welcome at the table!
Spots are limited.
Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFtEm-RQ2Jc7kDqTc6NxYB5ajVmbZWxdj9rPhGimYVCD41Ag/viewform?usp=dialog
You asked. We listened.
In response to requests to have an annual subscription for all our events and activities, we are very pleased to roll out The 2026 Paralegal TownHall Pass.
The 2026 Paralegal TownHall Pass gives you access to many of our events and activities for 2026 at no additional cost for the year, as well as discounted rates of up to 50% on our two biggest events of the year. We are also partnering with third-party sponsors and partners to offer even more value for holders of our 2026 Paralegal TownHall Pass!
Please register below or here:
After completing registration, please e-transfer $199 + HST ($224.87 HST #: 748296035RT0001) to theparalegaltownhall@gmail.com
When we were in high school, we would be getting “hall passes” to get out of class – look at us now lol