OTTAWA — From attendees in T-shirts to cameras pointed at unmade beds, Federal Court Chief Justice Paul Crampton says he’s noticed an increase in “unwelcome informality” during virtual hearings, particularly among young lawyers, since COVID-19.

From attendees in T-shirts to cameras aimed at unmade beds, Paul Crampton noted a change, particularly among young lawyers, since COVID-19.{ai:summary}Federal Court Chief Justice Paul Crampton has observed a rise in "unwelcome informality" during virtual hearings, especially among younger lawyers. This includes casual attire and distractions like unmade beds in the background, a trend that has emerged since the COVID-19 pandemic. #society

Messy beds and T-shirts: Federal Court head laments increase in 'unwelcome informality' during virtual hearings

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