Author Archives: Anita Szigeti

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About Anita Szigeti

• Called to the Bar (1992) • U of T Law grad (1990) • Sole practitioner (33 years) • Partner in small law firm (Hiltz Szigeti) 2002 - 2013 • Mom to two astonishing kids, Scarlett (20+) and Sebastian (20-) • (Founding) Chair of Mental Health Legal Committee for ten years (1997 to 2007) * Founding President of Law and Mental Disorder Association - LAMDA since 2017 * Founder and Secretary to Women in Canadian Criminal Defence - WiCCD - since 2022 • Counsel to clients with serious mental health issues before administrative tribunals and on appeals • Former Chair, current member of LAO’s mental health law advisory committee • Educator, lecturer, widely published author (including 5 text books on consent and capacity law, Canadian civil mental health law, the criminal law of mental disorder, a law school casebook and a massive Anthology on all things mental health and the law) • Thirty+ years’ experience as counsel to almost exclusively legally aided clients • Frequently appointed amicus curiae • Fearless advocate • Not entirely humourless

Save the Date – February 23rd 2019 – 4th Annual Mental Disorder and the Law Conference

Posted on September 22, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

Once again this year, CLA and LAMDA will co-host this unique and consistently well-received program.  It will be affordable and offer significant CPD hours.  Mark your calendars now.  We will see you there!!

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Court of Appeal absolutely Discharges Quentin Carrick from the Bench – September 17, 2018

Posted on September 22, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

This week the Court of Appeal absolutely discharged Quentin Carrick. This was this gentleman’s fourth attempt to obtain his freedom while detained through 11 years under the Ontario Review Board’s jurisdiction. It is a great honour and privilege to represent … Continue reading →

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Ewert in the Supreme Court of Canada is a WIN – honoured to have been counsel to the CLA on this one

Posted on June 13, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

Judgment released today – June 13, 2018 – it’s a WIN for the Appellant who was supported by the Criminal Lawyers’ Association as intervener, among others. I was very fortunate to be co-counsel with Jill Presser, Andrew Menchynski and Breana … Continue reading →

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The CLA / LAMDA Mental Disorder In Criminal Justice Conference was a Huge Success!

Posted on April 29, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

And so it begins, a long and productive new tradition filled with learning and laughter! An abundance of wisdom, expertise, collegiality and Michaels!! I was first elected a Toronto Director of the Criminal Lawyers’ Association in 2013, when the Law … Continue reading →

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My Interview with Sean Robichaud on his “Of Counsel” Podcast Series Episode – April 4 2018

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

Ever so honoured and privileged to be included as one of the lawyers my good friend and cherished colleague Sean Robichaud interviews in this amazing and inspirational series – you an listen for free here:

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CPD Accrediation and Speakers FInalized for April 28 Conference !!

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

Join Us at this Amazing Conference April 28 – Loaded with CPD – An amazing deal – fabulous speakers The Agenda and Speakers List is finalized – Mental Disorder in criminal courts and beyond including policing issues – respecting those … Continue reading →

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Register Today for our 3rd Annual Mental Health and Criminal Justice Conference!

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

April 28 2018 is going to a wonderful full day of fun in the sun – or at least learning about mental health issues in criminal justice systems! Jointly held CLA and LAMDA Full Day Conference in a gorgeous setting. … Continue reading →

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Court of Appeal Continues to Provide Guidance to the ORB on ‘significant risk’

Posted on February 10, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

The Ontario Court of Appeal continues to provide guidance on the issue of ‘significant risk’ in the context of hearings of the Ontario Review Board – the latest is this Judgment in Re Sokal released February 7 2018 III. THE … Continue reading →

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Honouring the Legacy of the Late Great Justice Marc Rosenberg

Posted on February 10, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

It was a privilege co-authoring this chapter with Jill Presser in honour of the late Justice Marc Rosenberg, whose memory never fades as he is missed every day we appear in the Court of Appeal as counsel. http://www.advocatedaily.com/jill-presser-presser-co-authors-book-chapter-honouring-oca-justice.html

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To Ensure that Justice is Done

Posted on January 27, 2018 by Anita Szigeti

Honoured to be included together with Jill Presser in this beautiful volume in memory of the late Justice Marc Rosenberg, whose inspired foundation of an amicus curiae program in the Court of Appeal is ultimately responsible for nearly all of … Continue reading →

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