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Strong mayor powers are reshaping how municipalities operate across Ontario, and we were glad to be part of the conversation at this year's AMCTO conference.

Denitza Koev and Jaikaran Goraya led a packed session on the legal and practical considerations that municipal professionals need to know, and the engagement in the room made clear just how much this topic matters right now.

Thomson Rogers was proud to sponsor the conference, host breakfast, and present an award alongside so many dedicated local government professionals from across the province. Until next year!

Photography Credit: AMCTO & Teckles Photography

Lawyer on the loose — Matt Sutton's teeing off! ⛳ Fore-tunately, PIA Law had the real hole-in-one: coffees and hibiscus cold drinks on us. ☕

Proud to have spent the day at BIST's Birdies for Brain Injury as a PIA Law sponsor (of which Thomson Rogers LLP is a member), supporting the incredible work of Brain Injury Society of Toronto.

A wonderful day of community, connection, and giving back.

Black tie. Big wins. Even bigger personalities.

We had the best time at The Advocates' Society's 2026 End of Term Dinner. It was a night with 1500 lawyers that celebrated the achievements, milestones, and people who make this community something truly special. Proud to be part of a bar this brilliant.

See you next year!

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Birman as Managing Partner-Designate at Thomson Rogers LLP.

Elected by Partners with resounding support, Stephen will succeed Stephen D'Agostino as Managing Partner in 2027 following a carefully planned leadership transition.

A certified specialist in civil litigation, we are proud of the career Stephen has built at this firm over 17 years, and confident in the leadership he will bring.

"I look forward to building on that tradition while supporting the continued growth of the firm and the next generation of lawyers." — Stephen Birman

We are excited about the years ahead under his leadership.

Read the full announcement: https://na3.hubs.ly/y0w1hv0

to last week's Mix & Mingle with Ontario Brain Injury Association (OBIA) & Brain Injury Society of Toronto, one of those evenings that reminds you why community matters. Proud that PIA Law (of which Thomson Rogers LLP is a member firm) was the Title Sponsor.

NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN for the OBIA of Excellence, presented by PIA Law!

Do you know a hospital social worker, case manager, health care provider, rehabilitation company or community brain injury association that have made an extraordinary impact in the brain injury community? This is your chance to make sure they get the recognition they deserve.

The OBIA Awards of Excellence honour outstanding contributions across the acquired brain injury sector — from rehabilitation and legal advocacy to community support and peer leadership.

-Nominate someone who has made a difference.
-Nominations open June 3 — July 13, 2026.
-Submit your nomination today at https://na3.hubs.ly/y0vDZ00

Share this post and help us reach every corner of the ABI community. Someone you know deserves this spotlight.

Ontario's auto insurance landscape is changing significantly on July 1, and you need to know what's coming.

In this feature article, lawyers, Darcy Merkur, Robert Ben, and Allahnah Karmali, spoke with Canadian Lawyer about the upcoming reforms, who will be most affected, the potential rise in tort claims, and what insurers are obligated to communicate to policyholders before the changes take effect.

Read the full article to find out what these changes mean for you: https://na3.hubs.ly/y0vDYq0

Art has the power to heal, inspire, and tell stories words can't. As a member firm of PIA Law, Thomson Rogers LLP is part of sponsoring the Brain Injury Society of Toronto Art Show, an incredible event showcasing the talent and resilience of brain injury survivors.

TR Lawyer Chris Lazaris is pictured sharing a few words to open the show.

PIA LAW (of which Thomson Rogers LLP is a member firm) hosted the School’s Out Conference. Some of the brightest minds in personal injury law and rehabilitation were on hand to explain the upcoming July 1 Ontario auto insurance changes, one of the most significant shifts in the province’s auto insurance landscape in a decade. We also learned about the latest robotic advancements in the rehab space and gained valuable insights on experts testifying.

A special thank you to all our speakers, including Thomson Rogers LLP’s own Darcy Merkur, who served as co-chair, and Michael Bennett, Stephen Birman, Lucy Jackson, Robert Ben, and Aleks Mladenovic, and every panelist and attendee who gave their time and expertise. It was great to network with so many in this special community. The conversations that filled the room were exactly why we do this.

Keep an eye out for more post-conference recaps!