An Alberta lawyer who is challenging the provincial law society over its training requirements has appealed a recent decision that dismissed his case.
Lawyer Roger Song filed a lawsuit against the Law Society of Alberta over concerns he had about what he calls mandatory cultural and political training that he said was being imposed on lawyers.
The law society’s professional development documents state that lawyers can demonstrate their “competency” by recognizing “how systemic inequalities and barriers affect individuals and groups” as well as “take action to dismantle systemic inequalities and barriers.”
The documents also encourage attorneys to “develop and promote a deeper understanding of sexual orientation and gender identity” and demonstrate their “cultural competence.”…