Contracts in the Modern World is a practical seminar led by Dora Konomi and Alisha Li, commercial litigation lawyers of Walker Law, to help business owners confidently review and negotiate agreements that affect their businesses.
This presentation will begin with the fundamentals: what makes a contract legally binding and the two main types of contracts business owners most commonly encounter. We will then explore how to approach contract negotiations strategically, key terms to watch for, and important privacy considerations when entering into contracts.
The seminar will also address how contract practices have evolved in recent years, including the use of AI to draft contracts and the world’s growing reliance on electronic signatures. Throughout, the seminar will highlight what has changed in the modern era of contracts – and importantly, the fundamentals that remain the same.
The session will conclude with a Q&A to address participants’ questions.
Dora Konomi is a dedicated litigator with a passion for delivering practical, client-focused solutions in civil litigation. She has a particular interest in commercial litigation, including construction disputes, fraud, debt enforcement, and condominium law. Dora’s strategic approach and commitment to excellence have earned her a strong reputation for effectively representing clients in complex matters. Unsurprisingly, Dora loves strategizing and preparing for upcoming “courtroom battles.”
Since being called to the Ontario Bar, Dora has gained significant experience advocating for clients in various disputes, including construction liens, shareholder issues, and fraud cases. She has represented clients across industries, from construction and financial institutions to condominium corporations, bringing her deep understanding of legal and business complexities to every case.
Dora is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of lawyers, and in this spirit, she is introducing the “Mentorship Hour with Dora”, a program offering students and young lawyers the opportunity to gain insights and guidance on career development and legal practice.
Alisha graduated from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law in 2022. While in law school, Alisha served as Senior Editor of her law school’s student newspaper, Ultra Vires. She also advised a tech start-up company on legal and business matters, and volunteered as an Intake Worker for the Faculty of Law’s community legal clinic Downtown Legal Services. She was called to the bar in 2023 and was hired as an associate after her articling term.
Prior to law school, Alisha earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Psychology from the University of British Columbia.
In her downtime, Alisha enjoys playing violin, making bread, and learning how to golf.
