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Judson Howie LLP Welcomes Law Student Silas Young
Announcement For immediate release: January 8, 2026 Judson Howie LLP is pleased to announce that Silas Young has joined the firm to complete his law school integrated practice placement. Silas Young (he/him) is completing his legal studies with us, as a part of the curriculum at the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law. Silas has gained a wealth of legal experience by working as a caseworker for the criminal and provincial offences division of Lakehead University Community Legal
Jan 8


Lawyers React to Proposed Provincial Bail Reforms
Statement For immediate release: November 25, 2025 Peter A. Howie, a partner with Judson Howie LLP, made the following statement in response to the Government of Ontario's proposed bail reform (which were announced on November 24, 2025): "Fort Frances and the Rainy River District are reeling from the impact of the opioid crisis, which disproportionately affects the First Nations people in the region. Generally, people feel less safe than they did before the pandemic. It is u
Nov 25, 2025


Judson Howie LLP Welcomes Law Student Katelynn Rookes
Announcement For immediate release: September 11, 2025 Judson Howie LLP is pleased to announce that Katelynn Rookes has joined the firm...
Sep 11, 2025


Cassandra Spade awarded Justice Abella Prize
Announcement For immediate release: September 9, 2025 Judson Howie LLP is proud to announce that incoming associate lawyer Cassandra Spade...
Sep 9, 2025


Judson Howie marks 5th court victory against "groomer" libels
Media Release For immediate release: August 19, 2025 This week Judson Howie LLP marked its fifth consecutive court victory since December...
Aug 19, 2025


Judson recognized for leadership in 2SLGBTQ+ rights advocacy
Announcement For immediate release: July 27, 2025 On July 17, 2025, the Canadian Association of LGBTQ2S+ Lawyers (CALL) recognized...
Jul 27, 2025


Law Firm Denounces Practice Interference by Police and Prosecutors
Statement from Judson Howie LLP For immediate release: May 14, 2025 Judson Howie LLP says police 'investigation' of defence counsel for...
May 14, 2025


May 8, 2025


Judson Howie LLP Welcomes Law Student Cassandra Spade
Announcement For immediate release: September 3, 2024 Judson Howie LLP is pleased to announce that Cassandra Spade has joined the firm...
Sep 3, 2024


Statement on Far-Right Hate Targeting Members of Our Firm
Statement For immediate release: February 25, 2024 Last week, our firm publicly expressed its support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in...
Feb 25, 2024


Judson Addresses Court at Swearing-In of Fort Frances Judge
Remarks For immediate release: November 16, 2023 Today Douglas W. Judson addressed the Ontario Court of Justice on behalf of the Rainy...
Nov 16, 2023


Judson Howie LLP Welcomes New Lawyers to the Firm
Announcement For immediate release: September 23, 2023 Judson Howie LLP is pleased to announce that Jeffrey C. Marchuk and McLean Ayearst...
Sep 23, 2023


We're Moving to New Offices!
Judson Howie Holdings Inc. has acquired the property at 600 Reid Avenue in Fort Frances, Ontario (formerly Green Funeral Home).
Jul 25, 2023


Douglas Judson Continues Term on TBRHSC Board
Announcement For immediate release: June 24, 2023 Judson Howie LLP is pleased to announce that Douglas W. Judson is continuing his term...
Jun 24, 2023


Jun 1, 2023


Law Society Election Tests the Legal Profession, and Our Political Resilience
Comment 2023 Bencher Election of the Law Society of Ontario It has been said of U.S. Republicans that every accusation is a confession....
Apr 24, 2023


Judson Howie Welcomes Law Student Jeffrey Marchuk
Announcement For immediate release: January 9, 2023 Judson Howie LLP is pleased to announce that Jeffrey C. Marchuk will join the firm...
Jan 9, 2023


New Year, New Firm: Introducing Judson Howie LLP
Announcement For immediate release: January 1, 2023 Cheers to new beginnings. Effective January 1, 2023, the law practices of Peter A....
Dec 31, 2022
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