News / Events
07/27/2020
Fallon Burns re-joins Precision Paralegal
We are excited to announce that Fallon Burns has joined Precision Paralegal as a Legal Researcher.
Fallon Burns graduated from Humber College with a Bachelor of Paralegal Studies in the top 10% of her class. Fallon excelled in competitive mock hearing competitions, called moots. While a student, Fallon became involved in professional paralegal initiatives founding the Paralegal Cup Moot and the more recent summer Lions’ Cup Moot. She served as the Student Director of the Ontario Paralegal Association from 2013 until 2015. She pursued her Bachelor of Canadian Studies and her Master of Arts in Critical Disability Studies at York University, completing her studies in 2019.
Fallon was appointed to the Law Society of Ontario’s Equity Advisory Group in 2015 and served as their Independent Paralegal until 2018. In 2015, Fallon was appointed to the Ministry of Attorney General’s Criminal Justice (Mental Health) Roundtable examine the over-representation of mental illness within Ontario’s Criminal Justice system.
A voracious legal researcher, Fallon adores legal questions of jurisdiction, contracts and administrative law. Fallon is delighted to return to Precision Paralegal Services where she completed her paralegal placement in 2014.
07/10/2020
Fred Suter Law Scam
We have been notified that someone has assumed the corporate identity of one of our senior paralegals Fred Suter. They have setup a phishing scam at fgsuterlaw.com. Do not call 1 (437) 536-0591 or email [email protected] or [email protected].
Do not provide any information to these scammers. If you would like to contact Fred Suter directly please call our office @ 1 (866) 541-3966.
06/22/2020
Heather Barnes joins Precision Paralegal
We are pleased to announce that Heather Barnes has joined the Precision Paralegal team.
Heather completed a Double Major at Sir Wilfrid Laurier University in History and Medieval Studies. After graduation, she chose to travel the world before heading home to complete her paralegal studies in 2015. Upon graduation from Fanshawe College with her Paralegal Studies Diploma, Heather was successful in writing the licensing examination with the Law Society of Ontario and received her official license in 2017. After venturing out on her own and running a successful Paralegal Firm with another associate, Heather opted to gain more experience in the legal field and joined a law firm assisting with their Real Estate transactions and handling Small Claims Court, Landlord & Tenant, and Human Rights matters. Being the determined individual that she is, she felt it was time to move on and focus more on building her career and position within the paralegal community. This ambition brought her to Precision Paralegal Services in 2020, where she is a valued member of the team focusing on both Landlord Tenant and Small Claims Court matters.
Join us in welcoming Heather.
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03/13/2020
Law Society Announces 2020 Award Recipients
We are pleased to announce that Michelle Haigh, President of Precision Paralegal, has won the William J. Simpson Distinguished Paralegal Award. Click here to find out more.
02/18/2020
John Edlund Joins Precision Paralegal
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01/01/2020
Frank Alfano Joins Precision Paralegal
Frank began his legal career over 20 years ago when he acted as a clerk in a law office in 1989 and took his first case in 1990. Frank was trained and mentored by some of the most distinguished paralegals. In 1996, he formed his paralegal practice developing a reputation for winning and handling complex cases for his clients which included prosecutors, justices, judges, and police officers.
In February 2010, Frank represented the defendant in the first disciplinary case in Law Society History, where paralegals represented both sides. He proceeded to win the case and establish himself as a leader in these types of hearings. Since then he has argued on some of the most important disciplinary cases in recent history.
Frank’s primary area of practice focuses on Provincial Offences Act, Highway Traffic Act, as well as discipline and parole hearings.
Frank is currently studying for his LLB degree at the University of London and anticipates graduating this year. He assists in educating the profession through many Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programs a year and founded OPOAG (Ontario Provincial Offences Advocacy Group). OPOAG pairs mentors and mentees and does mock trial workshop programs in an effort to improve the services offered by paralegals.
Frank is also the former VP of the Ontario Paralegal Association (OPA). During his tenure, he was the chair of the education and Law Society and Government relations committees.
Join us in welcoming Frank.
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09/01/2019
Michael Lloyd Joins Precision Paralegal
Michael has had extensive experience in the public safety/legal community arenas. First, serving as a police officer with the Toronto Police Service, then as a professor teaching public safety at Sheridan College. He has obtained a master’s degree from Royal Roads University along with undergraduate degrees in education (Brock University) and social work (University of Victoria.) In 2018, he graduated (with distinction) from the paralegal studies program at Conestoga College in Kitchener. Additionally, Michael holds a Certificate in Dispute Resolution from York University.
As a legal professional, Michael is empathetic and solution-seeking, constantly striving to find the best resolutions for his clients.
In his spare time, Michael volunteers as a community mediator in Calgary. He is an avid motorcyclist having toured extensively throughout Ontario and the eastern United States. Now as a resident of western Canada, he is eager to explore the western side of North America.
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04/27/2019
Precision Paralegal Announces Expansion Plans
We are pleased to announce that we are expanding our presence Ontario and Alberta. Click here to find out more.
04/01/2019
Precision Paralegal LLP Welcomes Back Cassie DiCarlo
Precision Paralegal LLP is pleased to announce that Cassandra Di Carlo has returned from maternity leave and with continue to manage our high volume portfolios.
01/19/2019
Precision Welcomes Sophie Hunt and Connor Baillie
Precision Paralegal (www.precisionparalegal.ca) is expanding and is excited to announce that we have added two junior paralegals to our team. Sophie Hunt and Connor Baillie.
Sophie graduated from McMaster University with a Double Honours in English and Cultural Studies in 2016. She then continued her studies at Mohawk College, completing the Paralegal Studies program and graduating with Honours in 2018. Sophie completed the licensing process and became a Licensed Paralegal in the fall of 2018.
Connor graduated from the University of McMaster in Political Science in 2015. He then went on to continue his education at Sheridan College, graduating from the Paralegal Diploma Program, with Honours in 2017 and also being recognized with the Gillian Lee Student Leadership Award. Connor officially became a recognized licensed paralegal in December 2017.
Join us in welcoming Sophie and Connor.
01/06/2019
Precision Paralegal Welcomes Vinoth Kumar
Precision Paralegal Services LLP is excited to welcome our newest paralegal Vinoth Kumar. He has a Bachelors degree from Memorial University of Newfoundland, and the Paralegal Certificate from George Brown College. He has represented clients in various cases from simple traffic offenses to more complex disputes. Kumar believes in providing accessible legal services to those who need them in a transparent and cost-efficient manner. In his spare time, Kumar volunteers with various charities that are based in Scarborough. He is an active advocate for women’s rights and for individuals who live with Autism. Welcome to our team
10/27/2018
Michelle Haigh appointed as the Law Society of Ontario’s representative to the Federation of Law Societies
We are pleased to announce that Michelle Haigh has been appointed as the Law Society of Ontario’s representative to the Council of the Federation of Law Societies and will begin November 15, 2018. She is the first paralegal ever to sit on the Federation of Law Societies board of directors.
10/25/2018 – 10/27/2018
Montreal, QC
Precision Paralegal LLP at Canadian Finance & Leasing Association (CFLA) National Conference
Michelle Haigh and Teresa Medendorp will be at the CFLA conference in Montreal. We are looking to meet our current clients and to discuss our services with fellow members of the association.
08/01/2018
Burlington, ON
Fred Suter Joins Precision Paralegal
We are pleased to welcome Fred to the Precision Paralegal team as our newest Senior Paralegal.
08/01/2018
Burlington, ON
Danielle Molloy Joins Precision Paralegal
We are pleased to welcome Danielle to the Precision Paralegal team as our newest Licensed Paralegal.
02/02/2018
Burlington, ON
Samantha Kossakowski Joins Precision Paralegal
We are pleased to welcome Samantha to the Precision Paralegal team as our newest Paralegal Candidate.
01/02/2018
Orangeville, ON
Stephen Fielder Joins Precision Paralegal
We are pleased to welcome Stephen to the Precision Paralegal team as our newest Senior Paralegal.
01/02/2018
Orangeville, AB
Precision Paralegal LLP opens office in Orangeville, ON
We are pleased to announce that we have opened a satellite office in Orangeville, ON to better serve our clients north of the GTA .
01/02/2018
Burlington, ON
Kseniya Alexseev Joins Precision Paralegal
We are pleased to welcome Kseniya to the Precision Paralegal team as our newest Jr. Licensed Paralegal.
04/09/2017
Haigh re-appointed Chair of Paralegal Standing Committee
Law Society Bencher Michelle L. Haigh was today re-appointed as Chair of the Paralegal Standing Committee (PSC).
08/01/2016
Burlington, ON
Carly Broadbent Announcement
We are pleased to congratulate Carly on becoming an officially licensed Paralegal with the Law Society of Ontario
04/17/2016 – 04/19/2016
Edmonton, AB
Precision Paralegal LLP in Alberta
Michelle Haigh and Teresa Medendorp will be in Edmonton and Calgary to celebrate the opening of their new satellite office and meet with customers. If you would like to schedule a meeting please contact us
04/16/2016
Edmonton, AB
Precision Paralegal LLP opens office in Alberta
We are pleased to announce that we have opened a satellite office in Edmonton, Alberta to better serve our Alberta based customers.
04/13/2016
Haigh re-appointed Chair of Paralegal Standing Committee
Law Society Bencher Michelle L. Haigh was today re-appointed as Chair of the Paralegal Standing Committee (PSC). Read More
01/18/2016
Burlington, ON
Carly Broadbent Joins Precision Paralegal
We are pleased to welcome Carly to the Precision Paralegal team as our newest student Intern.