Professional Regulation

At Pink Larkin, our lawyers understand the impact our work has on the interests of our communities. Professional regulation is carried out in the public interest and demands a fair, transparent, and accountable approach. Our role involves advising both regulators and professionals within regulated industries, representing them during investigations, at discipline committees and proceedings, boards of appeal, and court proceedings. Our lawyers are committed to serving clients and the public, focusing on delivering intentional and client-specific high-quality advocacy.

In our work with regulators, we provide comprehensive support in all aspects of their public interest mandates. This includes legislative interpretation and drafting, policy development, advice on admission practices and appeal processes, conducting investigations, regulatory prosecutions, training and advising investigation and discipline committees as well as hearing panels, and representation in court and discipline proceedings. We also offer “best practices” training to regulators, members, and volunteers, drawing on our in-depth knowledge of how professional regulators and their committees operate, with a focused understanding of our clients’ industries.

Pink Larkin also offers legal representation to professionals facing complaints or charges. Our highly experienced lawyers guide professionals through responses to complaints, advising on rights and obligations during investigations, and providing representation in disciplinary proceedings. Additionally, we have a robust litigation practice in criminal and regulatory offences, supporting clients at boards of inquiry, in professional negligence cases, and through appeal processes. At Pink Larkin, we apply a focused approach to learning about our clients and the circumstances of their cases so we can accurately provide representation, support and legal advice in any circumstance. Our team is agile and client-focused, able to be responsive to client needs on short notice.

Regardless of the nature of the matter, we are uniquely positioned to support individuals, regulatory boards, and organizations in professional regulation cases. Recognizing that these matters involve more than just legal facts, we acknowledge the importance of relationships, political policies, and public perception. Our legal strategies and advice consider the human side of the law, ensuring they reflect the practical realities of professional regulation and clients’ specific situations.