Potential US Federal Privacy Law – What Does This Mean for Businesses?

Congress is considering a US federal privacy law. The American Data Privacy and Protection Act (ADPPA) is a proposed online bill that would regulate how organizations keep and use consumer data. Privacy laws fall into two categories: vertical laws protect medical and financial data, and horizontal laws focus on how organizations use data. The current… Continue Reading Potential US Federal Privacy Law – What Does This Mean for Businesses?

Fireside Chat – Imposter Syndrome: Acknowledging The Impact & Working Through It

Research shows that 70% of people experience imposter syndrome at some point in their professional and academic careers, with certain groups such as women, women of colour, and LGBTQ+ communities experiencing it at a much higher rate. LawyersInHouse.com presents a Fireside Chat on “Imposter Syndrome: Acknowledging The Impact & Working Through It” with Bindu Cudjoe,… Continue Reading Fireside Chat – Imposter Syndrome: Acknowledging The Impact & Working Through It

How to deliver change in legal departments and add value to organizations

The Canadian Legal Innovation Forum and LawyersInHouse.com presented a webinar on “How to deliver change in your legal department and add value to your organization” on June 3rd 2021. The 60-minute webinar, was hosted by Christine Holmes, Founder and CEO of LawyersInHouse.com, with panelists Alison Harnick, SVP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary of First Capital,… Continue Reading How to deliver change in legal departments and add value to organizations

CANLIF Webinar on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

LawyersInHouse.com was a proud sponsor of this year’s Canadian Legal Innovation Forum (CANLIF) 2021 webinar series: “How to Build a More Inclusive Culture and Strengthen Diversity Initiatives Across the Legal Profession”.  The session on April 29th was moderated by Christine Holmes, CEO and Founder of LawyersInHouse.com. Christine was joined by Sajida Mahdi Ali, Associate General… Continue Reading CANLIF Webinar on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Share Structure: What are the best options for your business?

You have the business idea and you’ve set up your business structure. What’s next? One thing you’ll want to consider is what kind of shares you want to issue and how the ownership of your company will work. Shares can be split into 2 categories: Common Shares: These are usually issued to founders in the… Continue Reading Share Structure: What are the best options for your business?

Which type of investors do you want in your business?

Types of investors Investors fall under a number of different categories. Here, we have outlined some of the most common: Founders: You! If you are putting any of your own capital into your business, you are an investor. Initial advisors: For example your University Tutors or someone you know in the industry with experience in… Continue Reading Which type of investors do you want in your business?