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How BC Post-Secondary Institutions Can Save on Legal Fees
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM) (PDT)
Description
Litigation is sometimes unavoidable, but legal costs don’t have to spiral.
Join us for a practical session on how BC post-secondary institutions can manage legal expenses without increasing risk. You’ll learn practical strategies to control costs, including:
Participants will:
- Organizing documents and creating clear evidentiary timelines
- Streamlining internal processes to reduce lawyer billable hours
- Making intentional decisions that lower expenses without increasing legal risk
Institutions that actively manage litigation spend less and maintain stronger control over outcomes.
You will receive examples of templates to help you with document organization and timelines.
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover practical ways to save on legal fees while protecting your institution.
Facilitator:
Sara Grujin has been Legal Counsel at PSEA since May 2025. Before joining PSEA, Sara was an Associate Labour Lawyer at Harris & Co LLP and served as a Labour Relations Lawyer at the Community Social Services Employers’ Association. In both roles, Sara effectively advised clients across various sectors on complex labour and human rights matters.
Her approach is client-focused and collaborative, yet she remains decisive and assertive when addressing high-stakes labour disputes. She prides herself on thorough analysis and creative problem-solving, striving to efficiently resolve conflicts while maintaining consistent labour relations.
Free