Pleadings as an Advocacy Tool: Drafting, Strategy, & Common Pitfalls | CPDonline.ca

Pleadings as an Advocacy Tool: Drafting, Strategy, and Common Pitfalls

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Substantive: 1.5
90 minutes
Published
2026
Presenter(s)
Kira Domratchev
Michael Watson
Source
Toronto Lawyers Association (TLA)
Provider
CPDOnline.ca
Language
English
Length
90 minutes
Price
$419.00 plus tax

In this session, Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP partners Michael Watson, a leading expert in civil procedure, and Kira Domratchev review key principles and practical strategies for drafting effective pleadings, including: 

  • Key Ontario rules and principles applicable to pleadings in Ontario
  • Common drafting mistakes and how to avoid them
  • Tips on drafting pleadings that are focused and precise
  • Tips to avoid costly amendments to pleadings, motions to strike and judicial criticism

Presenters

Kira Domratchev Partner

Michael Watson Partner