LSO BARRISTER Study Guide 2026
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✍️ Sample LSO BARRISTER Questions & Answers
1. What are the rules regarding lawyer advertising and marketing in Ontario?
Ontario permits lawyer advertising subject to professional standards. Key rules include: communications must be truthful, accurate, and verifiable; no claims of quality or superiority unless independently verified; no guarantee of results; no creation of unjustified expectations; no exploitation of vulnerable persons; testimonials are permitted but must be genuine and not misleading. The LSO monitors advertising compliance and can take disciplinary action for misleading marketing.
2. Under the Ontario Family Law Act, RSO 1990, c F.3, s. 61, which of the following claims may be made by an eligible family member when a person is injured by a tort?
Section 61 of the Family Law Act allows specified family members (spouse, children, parents, grandparents, siblings) to claim damages for loss of guidance, care and companionship, and for expenses they incurred as a result of the injury or death of the tort victim.
3. In Ontario, what does the term 'holdback' mean in the context of construction liens?
Under the Construction Act (Ontario), an owner must hold back 10% of the value of work done as a lien fund available to unpaid contractors and subcontractors.
4. Which of the following correctly sets out the elements of the tort of negligent misrepresentation as established in Hedley Byrne & Co Ltd v Heller & Partners Ltd?
Hedley Byrne established that negligent misrepresentation requires: a special relationship creating a duty of care for statements, a representation that was inaccurate, reliance by the plaintiff, and resulting loss — without requiring intent to deceive.
5. In Ontario, what is a 'mortgage discharge statement' and when is it obtained?
A discharge statement (payout statement) confirms the exact amount required to fully pay off and discharge an existing mortgage, necessary to clear title on closing.
6. Under the Divorce Act (Canada), what is the primary consideration in determining custody and access arrangements?
Section 16(1) of the Divorce Act directs courts to make parenting orders based only on the best interests of the child.