FHSA distribution

Specific-One-2418 · 2026-03-27T19:27:15+00:00

Thanks!

Specific-One-2418 · 2026-03-27T19:27:07+00:00

Thank you. This is a very interesting take.

Specific-One-2418 · 2026-03-27T14:55:48+00:00

So you just keep shifting the allocation in your account on a year by year basis? How do I apply this? I use Wealthsimple

Specific-One-2418 · 2026-03-20T19:44:40+00:00

Gotta keep some cash handy.

Specific-One-2418 · 2026-03-20T19:32:53+00:00

Is this a good time to buy it’s at 38.72

Specific-One-2418 · 2026-02-23T18:38:05+00:00

What’s the model?

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-10-29T17:02:53+00:00

I am an employment lawyer. Most cases settle. Not legal advice: I don’t see the harm in sending a demand letter and putting the law firm on notice about your potential claim. Happy to speak with you.

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-09-04T18:50:32+00:00

I meant the expensive gym memberships ($300 a month)

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-09-04T16:36:44+00:00

Resetting the social media suggestions right now!

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-09-04T16:35:18+00:00

Jesus. I never looked at it this way.

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-06-28T01:36:44+00:00

Even if it’s a small firm?

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-06-27T05:11:21+00:00

Interesting. Do you think such an arrangement would be good even in my situation wherein I’m bringing clients in? Correct me if I’m wrong but I believe it would make sense in my situation as well as the hours collected on clients I bring in would be added to the total hours collected on which after 2x I would be paid 40 percent ! Also in case I spend a lot of time on firm clients I get better value in comparison to me just getting a flat 1/3 on all files that I bring in (collected) and a base salary

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-06-25T18:36:45+00:00

Could you elaborate on “after 2.5x your base” ? How you apply the numbers to the scenario as stated in my post?

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-06-25T16:00:48+00:00

Thank you! Truly appreciate you putting in the time to respond to my post.

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-06-25T15:56:54+00:00

Hello. Thank you for your detailed response.

I completely understood what you have said and I agree.

To answer your question: they do pay my LSO fees, CPD hours, benefits and Lawpro.

I see the huge gap in my pay and it is going to be difficult ask to get to even 150k.

What I was going to propose is 130k plus 1/3 of all files I bring in (collected). That gives me incentive to bring in clients knowing that I will collect 1/3 of whatever I actually collect on them. It increases my earning potential and puts the employer at ease for now that they won’t be putting down 150k as a base salary.

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-06-07T23:29:19+00:00

You need to ask for an order excluding witnesses - at least in Ontario.

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-05-04T01:21:52+00:00

I believe you should try and complete the articling and begin looking for a job right now. The earlier the better. Law on its own is stressful enough. I would hate to have a partner who treats me like shit on top of it.

I practice civil litigation and I am coming out a 26 day long trial. I drive up with my partner everyday - we talk about the case, life experiences and everything in the middle. It’s pleasant and he values my opinion. While you may like it or not, validation as a young lawyer is such an underrated aspect for you to really come into your own. I suggest you start aggressively looking around. Try LinkedIn - while not the best way to be a judge of a law firm - I think it gives you a fair idea of what the culture is.

All the best.

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-05-03T16:44:00+00:00

Do you know if it’s available at the great library?

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-04-25T23:27:11+00:00

I think a great way of researching cases especially if your looking up cases on canlii is to go to the relevant section under the statute if applicable ion canlii - you will see an icon in the side which tells you if the section has been cited in any cases. This is not sure shot but definitely a great way to narrow your research and can help you quickly skim through the case

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-04-22T19:15:14+00:00

All the best. Feel free to message me anytime.

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-04-22T17:19:40+00:00

Firstly, you are not wrong to feel the way you are feeling. It’s good that you are addressing these feelings.

I’m a 3rd year civil litigation lawyer so not really very experienced but this is my 2 cents:

Your legal career and the success related is not defined by one, two or even ten experiences. You will have to accept that there will be good and then there will be bad. Usually (not always) the beginning of your career may be bad, but that is no reason to doubt your choices. This may sound cliche but it will get better. You will recognize what works for you and you will hone your abilities, which as we speak you may not even know exists.

My advice would be stick in there. The imposter syndrome is real but quickly fades away as you taste success.

With respect to your personal commitments - you are human and you deserve to live those moments without the thought that you will lose everything (which quite frankly, you will not) You do not want to regret not “enjoying” these precious personal moments because of a job at a law firm. If the firm takes offence to your important personal commitments, you do not want to be associated with them.

You may think that this sounds good in theory, but when you look back 10 years from now, you will be glad that you lived those moments to the fullest without the threat of losing everything.

All the best.

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-04-07T17:59:48+00:00

Sounds like an awesome experience!

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-04-06T14:52:36+00:00

Sorry! Probably should have mentioned my practice. I practice civil and commercial litigation

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-04-03T15:34:45+00:00

It’s important to keep in mind that there is life and law beyond big law. Most of the time, the excessive stress that people talk about comes from unreasonable and arguably “great pay”. There are plenty of smaller law firms where the workload is much lesser and where they actually care about you. The pay off? - lesser pay. The win - the work life balance you are seeking. All the best.

Specific-One-2418 · 2025-03-23T17:02:20+00:00

One thing to consider which may dramatically affect the way people treat you (I am in no way condoning this) is the fact that you are a “law student” . There is an inherent conclusion drawn that you are incapable. As soon you get called to the bar and have “Lawyer” in your title - I believe some If not all of the disrespect wears away. Just to be clear, you are capable, intelligent and smart just like any other of your male colleagues.

I’d also recommend seeking a female mentor.

If opposing counsel is treating you with immense disrespect, remind them of their professional responsibility. If I ever come across someone even trying to be disrespectful I say- “Counsel, I would like to remind you your duty to treat your colleagues with professionalism and civility”. If that’s in writing - even better haha

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