Apr 07, 2026
In this episode of CL Talk, Canadian Lawyer managing editor Tim Wilbur sits down with Paul Saunders, chief strategy and innovation officer and partner at Stewart McKelvey, to examine how AI is reshaping junior lawyer training. Saunders explains why the automation of grunt work is eroding core skills, why firms must double down on hands-on mentoring and structured apprenticeships, and how law schools and employers should align on daily AI use, pricing literacy, and project management so new lawyers can thrive in an AI-enabled practice.
May 05, 2026
A coach, speaker and former Bay Street lawyer on why it is not just about knowing the law
May 04, 2026
Hear how a leading Canadian deal lawyer is using AI to sharpen strategy, not replace it.
Apr 22, 2026
CIB’s chief legal and information officer talks housing, Indigenous equity, trade and AI
Mar 17, 2026
The legal academic speaks about a tool she is developing to flag suspect audio, video and documents
Mar 10, 2026
The BC lawyer joins CL Talk to talk leases, lifestyle and law firm growth
