Feb 24, 2026
Jason Ward, a former civil litigator who built a successful practice in Lindsay, Ontario, before leaving law due to alcoholism and THC dependency, joins managing editor Tim Wilbur to talk candidly about what happens when lawyers can no longer cope. Ward explains why stigma in the profession is often internalized rather than imposed, how billable-hour pressures and a “win–lose” culture fuel mental health crises, and why pausing practice can be a strategic act of self-preservation rather than defeat. He offers practical guidance on when to seek confidential help, how to consider stepping away from practice, and what lawyers need to understand about disability insurance structures, including capacity-based definitions of disability, evidence-heavy claims processes, and the risks of going without an own-occupation rider.
Jul 07, 2026
The Epiq Canada managing director on cutting through AI hype and keeping a human in the loop
Jul 03, 2026
Boughton Law president Luca Citton and Meritas legal tech lead Marti Phillips join Tim Wilbur to make the case for 'lawyer fluidity' over academic credentials
Jun 24, 2026
From consent and children's data to IAB Canada's AI standards, and why legal work still needs human oversight
Jun 23, 2026
The Array Canada president on moving fast without losing judgment as evidence volumes spiral out of control
Jun 16, 2026
Litigator Allison Speigel joins host Tim Wilbur to talk through how a small firm uses flat-fee billing, quick decisions, and plain talk with clients to take on the country's largest firms
