http://www.harpergrey.com/ Harper Grey: News RSS Feed en-us Copyright 2012, Harper Grey stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Natasha Chetty) support@pencilnecksoftware.com (Pencilneck Software) Fri, 18 May 2012 18:42:00 GMT News Pencilneck Software Pencilneck CMS v. 4.3 (http://www.pencilnecksoftware.com) http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/05/shragge/ Harper Grey LLP is pleased to announce that Jeremy Shragge has joined the firm as an associate. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/05/shragge/ Tue, 08 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/04/article408/ Robyn Gervais has been selected to receive the 2012 Reg Robson Award for defending rights and freedoms from the B.C. Civil Liberties Association. Ms. Gervais was selected based on her work in relation to the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry, and her courageous decision to resign from that position in order to give voice to the rights of Aboriginal British Columbians. Ms. Gervais now practices commercial litigation and environmental law with Harper Grey LLP. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (BC Civl Liberties Association) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/04/article408/ Thu, 26 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/04/article403/ We are pleased to announce that Ms. Robyn Gervais has joined Harper Grey LLP as an associate. Ms. Gervais will practice in our commercial litigation, banking, and environmental law groups. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Gervais served as independent counsel for Aboriginal interests at the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry of British Columbia. Ms. Gervais graduated from the University of British Columbia Faculty of Law in 2009. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/04/article403/ Mon, 23 Apr 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/joel-morris/ Harper Grey LLP is pleased to announce that Joel Morris has joined the firm as an associate. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/joel-morris/ Wed, 28 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/dui-class-action/ The application to certify a class action disputing the use of allegedly faulty breathalyser machines between September 20 and November 19, 2010 is awaiting approval from the B.C. Supreme Court. A case planning conference was held in December 2011. A certification hearing was ordered to occur prior to May 31, 2012. Lawyers for all sides involved will appea If you are interested in joining this class action, please provide your contact information to Linda Mai at Harper Grey LLP: lmai@harp stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/dui-class-action/ Tue, 27 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/article386/ The attached summary of the activities at the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry was written by Robyn Gervais, former Independent Counsel for Aboriginal Interests at the Commission. Harper Grey LLP partner Bryan Baynham, QC provided pro bono counsel to Ms. Gervais during her tenure as Independent Counsel. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/article386/ Tue, 13 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/hoop-law/ Harper Grey had a triumphant return to the annual Hoop-Law Charity Basketball Tournament. On March 10, 2012, we played four hard-fought games and went undefeated to win the Recreational Division title. The tournament raised over $70,000 for three very worthy charities. Included in that number is $2,245.00 that was generously donated to the Harper Grey team, almost entirely by lawyers and staff. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/hoop-law/ Mon, 12 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/wicc-bc/ The local chapter of the Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade (WICC) has donated $1 million to the Canadian Cancer Agency. WICC raises funds for cancer research through events and sponsorship. Harper Grey LLP has been a gold sponsor of WICC since 2008, and a supporter since the organization was founded. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/wicc-bc/ Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/article/gervais-statement-mwci/ Ms. Robyn Gervais, former Independent Counsel for Aboriginal Interests to the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry provided the attached statement to Commissioner Wally Oppal on the morning of March 6, 2012. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/article/gervais-statement-mwci/ Tue, 06 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/gervais/ Robyn Gervais, Independent Counsel for Aboriginal Interests at the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry has withdrawn from her position effective immediately. Ms. Gervais will address the Commission tomorrow, March 6, 2012 at 9:30 a.m. to set out the reasons for her withdrawal. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/03/gervais/ Mon, 05 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/02/benchmarklitigation/ Three Harper Grey LLP partners were recently named "Litigation Stars" by Benchmark Litigation, the definitive guide to Canada's leading litigation firms and attorneys. Bryan Baynham, QC, Terry Robertson, QC and Chris Rusnak were selected for inclusion. "Benchmark Canada" is the culmination of a four-month research period, in which researchers conducted extensive interviews with litigators and their clients. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Benchmark Canada) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/02/benchmarklitigation/ Fri, 17 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/02/article373/ Michael Thomas will give a presentation to the Medical Legal Society of British Columbia on the topic of "Obligations and Liabilities Associated with a Physician Acting as an Expert". The event will be held at the Terminal City Club, 837 West Hastings St., Vancouver, B.C. This seminar has been accredited by the Law Society of B.C. , the College of Family Physicians of Canada and The Royal College of Physicians and stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/02/article373/ Thu, 16 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/02/article368/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Ms. Gervais has published a summary of the testimony provided during the week of February 6, 2012. She has added a list of future witnesses and expert evidence to be presented. Readers are welcome to contact her with questions or comments as the Inquiry proceeds. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/02/article368/ Mon, 13 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/02/nssrc/ Harper Grey LLP has renewed our annual support of the Balance Program at the North Shore Stroke Recovery Centre. The $5,000 donation supports the Centre in providing the services of a neurophysiotherapist who leads balance classes for individuals recovering from strokes. The one-to-one sessions help people regain skills, develop milestones and increase confidence through exercises and therapy. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/02/nssrc/ Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/01/article364/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Ms. Gervais has published a summary of the testimony provided during each week of the Inquiry. Readers are welcome to contact her with any questions. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/01/article364/ Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/01/article/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Ms. Gervais has published a summary of the testimony provided during each week of the Inquiry. Readers are welcome to contact her with any questions. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/01/article/ Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/01/article354/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Ms. Gervais has published a summary of the testimony provided during the seventh week of the Inquiry. She has added a list of future witnesses and expert evidence to be presented. Readers are welcome to contact her with questions or comments as the Inquiry proceeds. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/01/article354/ Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/01/article349/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Readers are welcome to contact her with questions or comments as the Inquiry proceeds. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2012/01/article349/ Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article-1/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Readers are welcome to contact her with questions or comments as the Inquiry proceeds. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article-1/ Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article346/ We are pleased to announce that Harper Grey partner Maureen Lundell was appointed Queen's Counsel on December 20, 2011. The Attorney General of British Columbia bestows the honorary title of Queen's Counsel (QC) to lawyers who have demonstrated exceptional merit, integrity and contribution to the profession. Our congratulations to Maureen, who joins the ranks of QC's at the firm - Bryan Baynham, Neil Matheson, Terry Robertson and Jim Lepp. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article346/ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Ms. Gervais has published a summary of the testimony provided during the seventh week of the Inquiry. She has added a list of future witnesses and expert evidence to be presented. Readers are welcome to contact her with questions or comments as the Inquiry proceeds. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article/ Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article335/ Harper Grey's Wes McMillan blogs for The Stream, the Courthouse Libraries BC blog. Read his latest online article regarding substituted service! stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article335/ Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article333/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Ms. Gervais has published a summary of the testimony provided during the seventh week of the Inquiry. She has added a list of future witnesses and expert evidence to be presented. Readers are welcome to contact her with questions or comments as the Inquiry proceeds. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article333/ Tue, 13 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article332/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Ms. Gervais has published a summary of the testimony provided during the six week of the Inquiry. She has added a list of future witnesses and expert evidence to be presented. Readers are welcome to contact her with questions or comments as the Inquiry proceeds. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com (Robyn dean Gervais) News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/12/article332/ Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/11/article331/ The Missing Women Commission of Inquiry began proceedings in Vancouver, BC on October 11, 2011. Harper Grey's Bryan Baynham, QC is providing pro bono assistance to Robyn Gervais, independent counsel for aboriginal interests. Ms. Gervais has published a summary of the testimony provided during the fifth week of the Inquiry. She has added a list of future witnesses and expert evidence to be presented. Readers are welcome to contact her with questions or comments as the Inquiry proceeds. stannock@pencilnecksoftware.com () News http://www.harpergrey.com/news/2011/11/article331/ Mon, 28 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT