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2011 Releases

Keeping lawyers central to real estate deals: LAWPRO responds to recent lobbying re: Reg. 69/07
LAWPRO does not support a request from the Title Insurance Industry Association of Canada (TIIAC) to have the Ministry of Finance revisit the need for an important piece of consumer protection regulation that ensures consumers always benefit from the guidance of an independent lawyer in a real estate transaction. LAWPRO continues to work hard to ensure the interests of the public as well as those of the bar are well represented in legislative and regulatory circles, and that officials in decision-making positions are well-versed on the implications of topics such as Regulation 69/07.
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Canadians lack knowledge about home equity lines of credit, but only one-in-ten seek expert legal advice, poll reveals ( PDF file, size: 23KB) (Nov. 15, 2011)
More than one third of Canadians (36 per cent) have a home equity line of credit as a flexible way to borrow money, but results of a new poll suggest they may be borrowing without knowing what they’re committing to — and too few are seeking expert legal advice.
Base premium for 2012 unchanged; real estate lawyers, new calls and others to pay less
Despite continued growth in the number and cost of claims. LAWPRO will hold its base premium steady at $3,350 – the same level as in 2011 – for the coming year. LAWPRO is also reducing the premium for its Real Estate Practice Coverage Option (REPCO) to $250 per lawyer and is increasing the premium discounts for lawyers new to practice and for certain classes of practitioners – moves that will reduce premiums for thousands of Ontario lawyers. ( PDF file, size: 92KB) (September 22, 2011)
Revamped TitlePLUS website designed to be a resource for lawyers ( PDF file, size: 92KB) (September 19, 2011)
LAWPRO announces changes in claims departments
LAWPRO has announced several promotions and appointments in its two claims departments. ( PDF file, size: 93KB) (July 21, 2011)
Rating agency awards LAWPRO an A (Excellent) rating for 11^th time ( PDF file, size: 89KB) (May 30, 2011)
A leading rating agency has awarded LAWPRO its 11th consecutive financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and issuer credit rating of "a".

2010 Releases

Remembering Caron Wishart ( PDF file, size: 1.28MB) (Dec. 19, 2010)
LAWPRO’s AvoidAClaim blog named one of ABA Journal’s top 100 blogs ( PDF file, size: 1.25MB) (Dec. 1, 2010)
TitlePLUS^® Essay Contest: $3,000 prize for one real estate law student ( PDF file, size: 38KB) (Nov. 17, 2010)
One Canadian law student will have an extra $3,000 to put towards his/her education next year: He or she will be the winner of the 2011 TitlePLUS Essay Contest, created by LAWPRO to encourage and recognize outstanding legal scholarship in the practice of real estate law.
Changes announced in LAWPRO claims group ( PDF file, size: 1.22MB) (Oct. 5, 2010)
2010 TitlePLUS Essay Contest winner ( PDF file, size: 98KB) (June 18, 2010)
Neil Wilson of Osgoode Hall Law School is the winner of the 2010 TitlePLUS Essay prize.
LAWPRO awarded 10^th consecutive "A" (Excellent) financial strength rating ( PDF file, size: 1.22MB) (March 18, 2010)
A leading rating agency has awarded LAWPRO its 10th consecutive financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and issuer credit rating of "a".

2009 Releases

practicePRO's new AvoidAClaim blog to help lawyers do just that ( PDF file, size: 1.42MB) (Nov. 3, 2009)
LAWPRO has launched AvoidAClaim blog aimed at providing Ontario lawyers and their staff with immediate and practical information to help them avoid legal malpractice claims.
TitlePLUS Essay Prize: $3,000 award for real estate law student ( PDF file, size: 89KB) (Oct. 19, 2009)
In 2010, one Canadian law student will be the winner of the TitlePLUS Essay Prize, created by LAWPRO to encourage and recognize outstanding legal scholarship in the practice of real estate law.
Law Society approves LAWPRO insurance program for 2010 ( PDF file, size: 26KB) (Sept. 24, 2009)
On September 24, 2009, Convocation of The Law Society of Upper Canada approved LAWPRO’s proposed 2010 mandatory professional liability insurance program for Ontario lawyers.
LAWPRO recognized for its support of the real estate bar ( PDF file, size: 1.64MB) (July 14, 2009)
LAWPRO was honoured by the OBA for its work with real estate lawyers.
2009 TitlePLUS Essay Contest Winner ( PDF file, size: 135KB) (July 2, 2009)
Geneviève Langlais of the University of Ottawa is the winner of this year’s TitlePLUS Essay Prize.
LAWPRO Board announces appointment of new Executive VP ( PDF file, size: 1.4MB) (May 6, 2009)
Duncan Gosnell, currently Vice President, Underwriting at LAWPRO, has been appointed to the new role of Executive Vice President and Secretary for the Board, Ian Croft, Chair of the LAWPRO Board of Directors announced on May 5. "This appointment recognizes Mr. Gosnell’s many contributions to the success of LAWPRO during his extensive career with the company. It also reflects the need for this type of position in today's complex business environment," said Mr. Croft.
TitlePLUS program launches in Quebec ( PDF file, size: 77KB) (April 15, 2009)
With the launch of TitlePLUS title insurance in Quebec in mid-April, LAWPRO's title insurance program is now available to consumers in every part of Canada. TitlePLUS officials have worked closely with Quebec notaries and lawyers to introduce TitlePLUS insurance to Quebec consumers.

2008 Releases

Third Annual TitlePLUS Essay Contest - one law student could win $3,000 ( PDF file, size: 39KB) (December 2, 2008)
TitlePLUS Essay Contest winner ( PDF file, size: 1.41MB) (June 25, 2008)
New LAWPRO President & CEO, new TitlePLUS VP
LAWPRO has announced two key senior appointments: Kathleen Waters has been appointed LAWPRO President and CEO; replacing Ms. Waters as Vice President of TitlePLUS is Raymond Leclair.
Raymond G. Leclair named TitlePLUS VP ( PDF file, size: 55KB) (June 3, 2008)
Kathleen Waters appointed LAWPRO President & CEO ( PDF file, size: 26KB) (Feb. 21, 2008)