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