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Season 2, Episode 10 – What’s in a Name?

Incorporating is only for big, monolithic corporations with office towers, big boardrooms and executive washrooms, right?
Uh, no.
In fact, virtually any business – regardless of its size – can, legally, add that “Inc.” on its business cards. Justin Broomfield, a lawyer who specializes in assisting business owners, tells us how, why, and when a business owner might consider making that leap.
We also get Justin to discuss how business owners can protect that clever and catchy name on their sign from being, um, “borrowed” from someone else who also considers it catchy and clever.
And we’ve got a big announcement! It’s an exciting one, too. Wards Lawyers' CEO, and our show’s executive producer, Melissa Wemyss, drops by to drop the news!
Theme music provided by Stella Panacci and Sean Jamieson.

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Season 2, Episode 9 – The Legal Ins and Outs of Workplace Internships

Maybe it’s part of the process of gaining valuable work experience, which will, ultimately, help you land not just a job, but a career. That’s if the work internship – and the employer administering it – delivers on what you expected, what you need to climb that next rung. For Aliyah Mansur, that work internship didn’t. She tells us why.
Good thing, though, that there are, at least, laws around internships and what employers must adhere to in order to protect their new-to-that-profession charges. Wards lawyer Calvin Chan, who specializes in employment law, explains.
Music for our show comes from Sean Jamieson and Stella Panacci.  

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Season 2, Episode 8 – Classics on Kent is about Community

Sure, Wards Lawyers is about offering expert legal service from a conscientious team.
But the leading law firm is also about being a leader in the community. Which is why Wards is now in the driver’s seat as the official presenter of Classics on Kent. The beloved event - and charity fundraiser - sees Lindsay’s main street transformed into a veritable showcase of antique automobiles and trucks – and so so many smiling faces!
In this episode we hear from some of the people who, along with Wards Lawyers, are making the Sunday July 20th celebration possible.
Music for our show comes to us from Stella Panacci and Sean Jamieson.

Season 2, Episode 7 – Hamid finds His Home in Canada

In this special Canada Day episode, Hamid Asrar shares his inspiring story of coming to this country – and Kawartha Lakes! It’s a journey that made several stops, in several different continents. It's a journey that brought huge rewards, but also had him confront a few challenges.
Along the way, Hamid also earned a law degree and has carved out a successful career as a real estate lawyer with Wards Lawyers.
That journey, too, is a fascinating story. But, we admit, you’ll likely find Hamid’s recounting of his introduction to snow way more interesting and uplifting.
Our theme music comes from Sean Jamieson and Stella Panacci – proud Canadians and residents of Kawartha Lakes, too, eh!

Season 2, Episode 6 – Good Fences = Good Neighbours

Fences can be a divisive issue. (Yes, we used “divisive” intentionally, there).
It doesn’t matter if it’s a century home in one of the many villages in Kawartha Lakes. Or a brand new freehold in a brand new development. Or a farm somewhere in our vast agricultural area.
Joel Watts, deputy clerk with the City of Kawartha Lakes, will explain what fence issues come up in our rural and farm areas – and who can help resolve them.
Real Estate lawyer, Hamid Asrar, shares his wisdom and expertise (and offers some warning)  for those considering a new fence in one of those brand new neighbourhoods where that new grass isn’t even in yet – and maybe that neighbour doesn’t even want a fence!
Despite being a native Franco-Ontario, host Denis Grignon struggled to understand a legal term with a decidedly franco feel to it. Good thing Professor Glossary dropped in to explain it – in clear (English) language.
Music for this episode is from Stella Panacci and Sean Jamieson.  

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Season 2, Episode 5 – Who Gets The Dog?

A true member of the family? Well, most dog owners would say so. But what happens when that dog’s owners - (and we’re going with the word “owners,” here) - decide to split up? Which...owner is entitled to custody (and we’ll go with the word “custody,” here) of that four-legged friend? Can the law step in should there be a dispute between the soon-to-be separate parties? Lawyer Golda Greenspoon (an expert on the topic and, it should be noted, a dog owner) tells us how, when and if the scales of justice can be used to determine where the dog ends up.
We also speak with a dog expert and champion dog breeder, Julie Corlett. She offers some insight into how a separation, and a different home life, can affect that furry loved one. And how to ensure her/his transition is smooth. (Note how we didn’t use “its” transition. Because, well, dogs are people, too).
Theme music by Kawartha Lakes’ own, Sean Jamieson and Stella Panacci.  

Season 2 Episode 5 - Trailer