CPD: OPA, Books and Records for Paralegals

Overview

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to learn from Sharada Narain, CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant), CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), and CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics), in her insightful "Books and Records for Paralegals" presentation.  With over 25 years of auditing experience, including 17 years at the LSO as a Spot Audit and Forensic Auditor, Sharada provides invaluable expertise on LSO’s record-keeping requirements under By-Law 9.  She covers essential topics like retaining trust records for 10 years and business records for 6 years, maintaining accurate financial tracking, managing trust and general accounts separately, and avoiding common issues like delayed deposits, poor record-keeping, and missed trust reconciliations, ensuring compliance and business continuity.  Sharada’s dedication to her craft is matched by her commitment to giving back, living by the mantra of “doing good” and “giving back” to the community.

Guest Speaker

Sharada Narain

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA),

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF)

What Will You Learn?

• LSO Books and Records Requirements Overview.
• Records Required and Retention Period.
• Understanding Bank Accounts in a Law Practice.
• Overview of Section 18 Records to Be Maintained.
• Other Documents to Be Maintained.
• Common Problems.
• Contingency Plan.
• The Paralegal Rules of Conduct – Rule 9 – Responsibility to the Law Society.
• Resources Available.

Materials Included:

• Books and Records for Paralegals Slides PDF