Motions Practice in the Court of Appeal for Ontario

This 90-minute program featuring the Hon. Darla Wilson, Court of Appeal for Ontario, Hayley Pitcher, Deputy Executive Legal Officer – Civil, Court of Appeal for Ontario and Tanieka Swaby, Deputy Registrar and Manager of Court Administration, Court of Appeal for Ontario, and moderated by Gabriel Latner, offers practical guidance on motions in the Court of Appeal for Ontario.

Panelists will demystify court processes, highlight common pitfalls, and provide concrete strategies to improve efficiency and advocacy on motions. Participants will gain insight into:

• Best practices for filing motion materials and preparing for the day of the hearing
• The distinct roles of court staff and how to work effectively with the registry and courtroom team
• Common pitfalls observed by court staff and judges
• When motions are required versus matters that can be handled administratively
• Strategic considerations for bringing motions in writing versus in person
• What judges expect in motion records and facta, including when a factum may be unnecessary
• Effective motions advocacy and how it differs from appellate advocacy
• Considerations for requesting costs on motions and how cost requests are assessed