Recent News, Events, and Resources

Glenn Sigurdson, Q.C., one of Taylor McCaffrey's founding partners is appointed to the Order of Canada. The Order of Canada is one of Canada's highest civilian awards which was created in 1967,  to honour people who make extraordinary contributions to the nation.

Congratulations to L. Kim Antonio, former Partner who is now appointed puisne Judge

Lawrence I. Z. Pinsky,  along with John-Paul Boyd, QC of John-Paul Boyd Arbitration Chambers in Alberta and British Columbia, and Lorne Wolfson, of Torkin Manes in Ontario, have developed a 40-hour interactive course which offers a comprehensive introduction to the arbitration of family law disputes in Canada. 

As the Covid-19 Pandemic continues to spread in Manitoba, many people are recognizing the vulnerabilities of our health care system, as well as their own.

Taylor McCaffrey partner, Robynne Kazina, along with associate Rhoni Mackenzie have been hard at work filing a challenge to update Manitoba's laws surrounding legal parental rights.

Robynne Kazina is awarded the Ally Award at this year's 2020 SOGIC Awards

The legal team at Taylor McCaffrey is proud to continue to advocate for equality for the LGBTQ+ community.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is proud to announce that two of our partners have been selected by their peers for inclusion in  Best Lawyers as “Lawyer of the Year” in Winnipeg. 

Breaking New Ground: Talking co-ops with Kristen Wittman

CBA National notes Taylor McCaffrey LLP in their article in regards to Manitoba's pro bono culture.

Robynne Kazina speaks to Global News about parentage laws and filing a constitutional challenge towards the outdated assisted reproduction laws currently in place.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is very proud to announce that Sharon Kravetsky, has been appointed Queen’s Counsel (Q.C.) by the Lieutenant-Governor in Council, based on recommendations made by the minister following consultation with an advisory council.

As of March 30, 2020, the Manitoba government has issued a new public health order to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health and safety of all Manitobans

Manitoba Courts and Manitoba Labour Board Closures in Response to COVID-19

We are writing to update you on the steps our Firm is taking to ensure the well-being of our employees, clients, and our community, as the impact of COVID-19 continues to increase.

The health and welfare of our clients, staff and community are our foremost considerations as the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to unfold. Taylor McCaffrey LLP remains open and fully functioning, with our Business Continuity Plan being engaged. We continue to monitor the situation and are following the advice of experts at public health agencies including WHO, Public Health Agency of Canada and Manitoba Health with a view to adapting to the situation as thoughtfully, and with as little disruption, as possible.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP Partner, Jamie Jurczak was interviewed by CBC News Manitoba about the Workplace preparations relating to self-isolation and whether or not your employer will pay you for the time in isolation.

Robynne Kazina is awarded the 2019 Section Activity Award by The Manitoba Bar Association

Tax Partner Brian Sexton – Appointed Program Committee Member for Upcoming June 1-2, 2020 CTF Prairies Tax Conference & Webcast

Taylor McCaffrey LLP welcomes three new partners to the firm. Taylor McCaffrey LLP is pleased to announce that Patrick J. Rykes, Jessica Schofield and Ryan Turner have joined the partnership effective January 1, 2020. Our three newest additions to the partnership each demonstrate a commitment to professional excellence and their hard work and dedication have resulted in many successes for our clients and our firm.

The lawyers and staff wish you and your family a peaceful, safe holiday season and a prosperous, healthy new year.

Taylor McCaffrey is proud to co-host the event at their new premises for members of the bench, the insolvency bar and the trustee community.

Solange Buissé, associate with Taylor McCaffrey LLP was interviewed by Advisor's Edge on the subject of naming two or more executors jointly to administer an estate

For the first time in history, the Supreme Court of Canada Chief Justice Richard Wagner and the court’s justices are here in Winnipeg this past week to hear two appeals. Winnipeg is the first city to welcome the Supreme Court outside of Ottawa.

Solange Buisse presenting at Christ the King Church on September 22nd at 12 pm

Jamie Jurczak, partner at Taylor McCaffrey LLP was interviewed by CBC on how Manitobans who want to grow their own recreational cannabis may have legal ammunition to use in any future court challenge of the province's home-growing ban.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP has once again been recognized in Canadian Lawyer magazine as one of the top law firms in Manitoba

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is getting a massive makeover. The firm has relocated to 201 Portage Avenue, at the historic Portage and Main intersection, and used the opportunity to completely refresh its brand identity.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP will be closed Friday, August 23, 2019 to accommodate our move from 400 St. Mary Avenue to 201 Portage Avenue. We will be fully operational at 201 Portage Avenue on Monday, August 26, 2019.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is pleased to announce that our office will be moving to 201 Portage Avenue effective August 26, 2019. We will be occupying approximately two and a half floors, high above Canada’s most famous intersection – Portage and Main.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is proud to announce that two of our partners have been selected by their peers for inclusion in  Best Lawyers as “Lawyer of the Year” in Winnipeg. 

Taylor McCaffrey LLP would like to welcome new summer students Lauren Vrsnik and Simon Q.K. Garfinkel to the firm.

The partners and associates of Taylor McCaffrey LLP congratulate Mark Alward and Matthew Nordlund on their Call to the Manitoba Bar on June 20, 2019, and welcomes them to the firm as associates.

For 14 years, all proceeds from the Sunova Golf Classic have gone to a different organization or charity that aligns with Sunova’s community investment strategy.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is very proud to announce that Patricia C. Lane has been appointed Queen’s Counsel (Q.C.) by the lieutenant-governor in council, based on recommendations made by the minister following consultation with an advisory council.

Marymound is a unique, leading edge service provider that offers a guiding light and another chance to more than 2,000 young people throughout Manitoba each year.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is pleased to announce that five of our lawyers have been recognized in eight different practice areas in the 2019 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory.

The Westman Conference is hosted by conference partners, the Construction Safety Association of Manitoba, Manitoba Heavy Construction Association, Made Safe, RPM Trucking Industry Safety and S2 Safety Sales And Service Safety Association.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP will be interviewing eligible second year law students for prospective employment with our firm for the 2020/2021 articling year. We invite all those interested to submit their application packages to the address provided below no later than 12:00 noon on Friday, May 10, 2019.

The Ageism an Awareness event will provide an opportunity for question and answer as well as critically examine the stereotypical beliefs about later life and take action to address ageism.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is pleased to announce that partner Robynne Kazina received a 2018 Lexpert Rising Star: Leading Lawyers under 40 award.

Reasonable accommodation to the point of undue hardship as required by human rights legislation is all about compromises. Often there is a legal requirement for employers to compromise with lessened productivity or by paying more to get the work done. In some cases the compromise even extends to the safety of others in the workplace.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP lawyer partner, Robynne Kazina, who specializes in all family law matters including complex financial and property issues, support, and custody speaks to Winnipeg Free Press on the subject of funding urged for child custody assessments.

After 33 years with the firm and 41 years since his Call to the Bar, Patrick Riley, partner at Taylor McCaffrey LLP, has hung up his robes and is retiring. 

In less than a month recreational Cannabis will officially become legal in Canada, Taylor McCaffrey LLP Partner, Jamie Jurczak was interviewed by CBC News Manitoba about the Workplace preparations for legal cannabis. 

We are very proud to sponsor the Drop Zone event for the Society for Manitobans with Disabilities.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is proud to announce that two of our partners have been selected by their peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers as “Lawyer of the Year” in Winnipeg.

The Dream Factory is a charitable organization dedicated to fulfilling dreams for kids who are living with a disease or a life-limiting condition.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP lawyer Jamie Jurczak, who specializes in workplace and human rights law at Taylor McCaffrey LLP, says cannabis is like other regulated substances, such as alcohol and tobacco.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP Partner, Robynne Kazina spoke with CBC Information Radio about the outdated surrogacy and fertility laws in Manitoba. 

Taylor McCaffrey LLP was excited to sponsor the 40th Anniversary Reunion of the 1977-78 Avco Cup-winning Winnipeg Jets team, which took place from May 10 – 12.

On Nov. 3, 2017, the Law Society of Manitoba presented John A. Myers with the Richard J. Scott Award at the 2017 Pitblado Lectures.

Charles Huband and Kevin Williams of Taylor McCaffrey LLP appeared for the appellant November 9, 2016 before the Supreme Court of Canada

Taylor McCaffrey Lawyer,  Robynne Kazina, was quoted in a Southwest Post article on Canadian Surrogacy Laws in part 3 of a series about a New Brunswick surrogate mother’s story.

Global News Interview with Dr. McTavish Procrea Heartland Clinic - Surrogacy Law

On this CJOB Talk to the Experts Part 1, featuring Collaborative Practice Members Greg Evans of Evans Family Law Corporation, and Robynne Kazina of Taylor McCaffrey LLP, discuss what collaborative practice is.

Partner, Robynne Kazina, was interviewed by Canadian Lawyer Magazine, in June 2015, addressing the Manitoba family law changes bringing needed ‘clarity’.