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Solomiya Zakharchuk
is an associate at Lenczner Slaght.
Solomiya summered and articled at Lenczner Slaght, gaining experience in a variety of disciplines including commercial, regulatory, and securities matters. Solomiya also has experience working on motions, alternative dispute resolution, and trials, both virtually and in-person.
Solomiya completed her JD at Osgoode Hall Law School where she was extensively involved in clinical programs and student life. She worked as a junior and senior caseworker with the Osgoode Business Clinic, co-founded the Ukrainian Law Students and Securities Law Associations, was president of the Mooting Society, and co-president of the Tax Law Association. Solomiya was also an avid mooter, placing first in the Donald G.H. Bowman National Tax Moot, and third in the Securities Moot. In addition to her various academic awards, she was awarded the Dean’s Gold Key for her contributions to student life.
Prior to attending law school, Solomiya double majored in Political Science and Criminology at the University of Toronto where she received the Gold Medal in the Arts at St. Michael’s College.
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Counsel to the successful Defendant Physician at trial in dismissing allegations of defamation and misfeasance of public office arising from the end of the Plaintiff Physician’s privileges at West Parry Sound Hospital at a time when the Defendant Physician was Chief of Staff. The action was dismissed by the Trial Judge and costs of $280,000 awarded to the Defendant Physician.
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Ukrainian Canadian Bar Association
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The SCC Leave Project: Predictions for July 22, 2021
Here is a look at the leave application decisions that the Supreme Court of Canada will be releasing on July 22, 2021.
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Lenczner Slaght Welcomes Nine New Associates
Canada’s leading litigation firm continues to add to its collective experience and knowledge with the addition of nine exceptional associates.
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Lenczner Slaght Welcomes Summer Student Class of 2021
Canada’s leading litigation firm is proud to add 13 exceptional, creative, and diverse perspectives to our team, further strengthening our ability to solve complex legal problems for our clients.
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Independent Evaluation of ADR Chambers Banking Ombuds Office (ADRBO)
Solomiya Zakharchuk provided research assistance for an independent evaluation of ADR Chambers Banking Ombuds Office (ADRBO), finding that the ADRBO was substantially compliant with regulations, and recommending avenues for growth.
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Independent Evaluation of the Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments (OBSI) Banking Mandate
Solomiya Zakharchuk provided research assistance for an independent evaluation of the Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments (OBSI) banking mandate, finding that the OBSI met and exceeded its regulatory obligations when dealing with disputes between consumers and banks, and recommending avenues for improvement.
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Solomiya Zakharchuk provided research assistance for an independent evaluation of the Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments (OBSI) investments mandate, finding that the OBSI met and exceeded its regulatory obligations when dealing with investment disputes, and recommending avenues for improvement.