Welcome to the February 2026 edition of the Dye & Durham Docket. In this edition, we explore a pilot study on using AI to teach legal judgment, a surge in U.K. legal complaints, and a landmark Canadian ruling on solicitor-client privilege. Plus, we follow a 79-year-old pensioner whose love for ecological "re-wilding" led to a five-year constitutional battle over his backyard.
Featured Article
What if AI could teach lawyers how to think, not just what to do? A recent pilot study explores using AI to train junior associates in legal judgment, helping them understand the reasoning behind decisions rather than simply providing answers.
These 2026 legal tech predictions highlight where investment and innovation are heading in the industry. In a long-running trademark battle, the U.K. Supreme Court has ruled that a plant-based drink company can no longer market its drinks using the word “milk,” settling the debate over what counts as “milk” in today’s marketplace.
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of Canada clarified that solicitor-client privilege is not absolute, outlining rare but critical exceptions where the right to a fair defense must prevail.
The Irish market
Ireland is preparing to launch its first new family courts; a structural change aimed at improving access and efficiency.
Residential conveyancing has been identified as the area of law attracting the most complaints in a recent record-breaking surge, underscoring a critical need for firms to improve communication and reduce delays through better technology.
Dye & Durham in Action
We officially launched Canada’s premier conveyancing platform, Unity®, in British Columbia. Built with province specific capabilities, and refined alongside the B.C. legal community, Unity® delivers matter management, document automation, and essential third-party integrations in one powerful solution. Catch pictures from the launch below and read the full release.
A lighter note
Most neighbour disputes end with a complaint. This 79-year-old man went to law school, fought city officials, and won. Read about the backyard battle that spiralled into a multi-year fight over rights, rules, and the length of grass, in this unlikely story of a garden gone to court.
As we approach February 14, it would be remiss of us not to recognize Valentine’s Day. In the spirit of celebration and appreciation, we wish all our readers a joyful and heartfelt Valentine’s Day in advance. May the day be filled with warmth, connection, and moments of kindness, both inside and outside the legal community.
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