CL Talk

Lucas Kilravey calls for transparency and real change in law firm diversity

Jul 22, 2025

Lucas Kilravey is an associate at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP’s real estate practice in New York. He spoke about the business case for diversity in law, the persistent gaps in representation at major firms, and the practical steps needed to support and advance diverse legal talent. Kilravey discussed the impact of open communication and inclusive leadership on team performance, the shortcomings of traditional mentorship programs, and the urgent need for greater transparency and accountability in law firm hiring and promotion practices. Kilravey will speak on these issues at the Canadian Legal Summit 2025 in Toronto on October 9.

Allison Speigel on flat fees, fast decisions, and what Big Law can't match

Allison Speigel on flat fees, fast decisions, and what Big Law can't match

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

Erin Cowling on small firms, AI, and the freelance edge

Erin Cowling on small firms, AI, and the freelance edge

Jun 02, 2026

Flex Legal's Erin Cowling joins CL Talk on AI billing fights, the shiny-object trap, and why freelance counsel are senior strategists

Matthew Peters on the AI tools McCarthy Tétrault's lawyers are actually using right now

Matthew Peters on the AI tools McCarthy Tétrault's lawyers are actually using right now

May 26, 2026

A candid conversation with one of Canada's leading legal innovators on what AI looks like inside a major firm

Harvey Brownstone: Canada's first openly gay judge speaks without prejudice

Harvey Brownstone: Canada's first openly gay judge speaks without prejudice

May 19, 2026

The retired judge’s memoir lays bare the failures of family and criminal courts

How associates really succeed: a candid conversation with Paul Karvanis

How associates really succeed: a candid conversation with Paul Karvanis

May 05, 2026

A coach, speaker and former Bay Street lawyer on why it is not just about knowing the law