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Jury Rules Ottawa Lawyer Defamed Timmins Law Firm

A jury has determined that an Ottawa-based lawyer, who represented survivors of St. Anne's Residential School, defamed the Timmins law firm Wallbridge Wallbridge. The defamation occurred through letters written by the lawyer over a decade ago. The case highlights ongoing legal disputes related to the legacy of residential schools in Canada.

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A recent ruling by a jury has concluded that an Ottawa-based lawyer, known for her work with survivors of St. Anne's Residential School, defamed the Timmins law firm Wallbridge Wallbridge. This decision stems from letters written by the lawyer more than ten years ago, which were deemed to contain defamatory statements about the firm. The case underscores the continuing legal ramifications and complexities connected to the legacy of residential schools in Canada, a subject of significant public and legal scrutiny.

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