Since the World Health Organization declared the Covid-19 a pandemic, there has been a dramatic shift in our day-to-day lives, and how we conduct business. The situation remains fluid and thus has resulted in many industries having to adapt rapidly to changing circumstances, and the legal profession is no exception. Most of the work we undertake is done face-to-face with clients or in the courthouse. Although “legal services” have been classified as “essential work”, many law firms are now meeting with clients virtually, and working from home.
In response to Covid-19, courts have essentially ceased many operations, save and except for “urgent matters”, leaving many to wonder what impact this temporary pause may have on their matter. Each jurisdiction has published dates for which matters are being adjourned forward to. But what impact will this have on ‘unreasonable delay’ arguments?
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