At LexisNexis, we continue to evolve Practical Guidance to meet the dynamic needs of legal professionals across Canada. For the month of May, we're excited to share a range of new resources and upcoming enhancements across several practice areas. From AI legislation in employment to in-depth M&A toolkits and practical municipal law precedents, May’s updates are designed to improve legal workflow efficiency and ensure compliance with evolving legal standards.

Capital Markets & M&A

Five New Resource Kits to Streamline Transactional Practice

Practical Guidance has introduced five new resource kits to support lawyers working in Capital Markets and M&A. These toolkits are designed to streamline research and enhance efficiency across core areas of transactional practice. Covering topics such as at-the-market equity offerings, corporate governance, compensation committees, due diligence, and shareholder meetings, each kit includes a curated mix of resources such as practice notes, checklists, and precedents. Together, they offer practical support for navigating regulatory requirements, drafting key documents, and managing corporate governance with greater ease.

Review the full details and explore the individual kits in the May Practical Guidance Newsletter.

Employment Law

New AI Practice Note

With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence in workplace operations, we’ve released a new practice note on AI in recruitment, hiring, and employment decisions. This guidance helps employers and counsel navigate the emerging legal landscape in Canada, addressing potential discrimination risks, transparency obligations, and compliance with new legislative frameworks.

Businesses Impacted by Tariffs Resource Kit

As global trade tensions continue to create uncertainty, many Canadian businesses are feeling the strain of new tariffs and changing government policies. This resource kit is designed to help employers and legal counsel manage legal exposure and business continuity during financial stress. View more details about this upcoming resource kit in the May Newsletter.

Family Law

Enhanced Tax Guidance for Complex Family Matters

We’ve enriched our Family Law module with 13 new documents focused on the intersection of income tax and family law. Developed from the Income Tax and Family Law Handbook and updated by tax expert Dale Barrett, this new content helps practitioners handle family matters with precision and ease.

Whether working on divorce settlements or tax planning during separation, this new material provides a much-needed edge in advising clients effectively.

On the Horizon: Practical Tools for Tomorrow’s Legal Challenges

As the legal landscape evolves, so does our Practical Guidance offering. We're not just keeping pace; we're preparing you for what’s next. Whether you're advising clients through economic uncertainty or navigating complex municipal regulations, two powerful new content sets are launching soon to help you tackle tomorrow’s challenges with clarity and confidence.

Real Estate

Municipal Law Document Collection

Coming soon, Real Estate professionals will gain access to a robust new set of Municipal Law documents. These precedents are tailored for lawyers working in land use planning, infrastructure development, and municipal compliance.

This new collection will make it easier for practitioners to draft complex agreements efficiently and in alignment with municipal regulations and development laws.

Learn more about what’s included in this collection in this month’s newsletter.

Stay Ahead with Practical Guidance

Whether you're advising corporate boards, helping clients navigate AI legislation, or managing tax issues in family disputes, our May updates are designed to give you the tools and insights you need to deliver excellent legal service.

See all the latest updates in the May Practical Guidance Newsletter. And stay tuned for what’s coming in June!