Civil Litigation
Investment Canada Act: Dissolution of Canadian Businesses Ordered
June 11, 2024
On May 24, 2024, the Government of Canada ordered the dissolution of Bluvec Technologies Inc. and Pegauni Technology Inc., following a national security review pursuant to the Investment Canada Act ...
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2024 Articling Student Survey
June 10, 2024
The Law Societies of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society are seeking feedback via survey on the training and mentorship that articling students are receiving. ...
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Court of King’s Bench of Alberta Update: Revised Civil Practice and Commercial Practice Note
June 10, 2024
The Court has announced revisions regarding contact information and scheduling practices to Civil Practice Note 1 and Commercial Practice Note 1. Revisions to each practice note are as follows: Civil ...
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Amendments to Part 16 of the Alberta Rules of Court
May 30, 2024
The Criminal Appeal Rules in Part 16 of the Alberta Rules of Court are amended to align with the changes made to the Civil Appeal Rules in Part 14 of ...
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New Program Alert | Practical Tips for a Successful Civil Litigation Practice
May 23, 2024
Are you an articling student or new to the Alberta bar? Join us to explore practical strategies to navigate the complexities of litigation successfully, with topics including: Tips for interviewing ...
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Just Announced: Fall 2024 Programs
May 22, 2024
LESA is pleased to announce several upcoming fall programs! Click here to sign up to the LESA Elist and emails by practice area and stay notified as new programs are ...
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Expansion to the King’s Bench Filing Digital Service: Civil Justice Chambers in Red Deer
May 21, 2024
The Court of King’s Bench has announced further expansion to the Court of King’s Bench Filing Digital Service (“FDS”) program. Effective May 21, 2024, the FDS expands to include filings ...
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New Program Alert | Civil Litigation Symposium: Practice Essentials for Lawyers in the First 10 Years
May 17, 2024
During the first ten years of a civil litigation practice, lawyers face unique challenges and opportunities. This full-day program will explore topics to support lawyers to increase their competence and ...
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PPSA Update – Amendments Coming June 1st
May 16, 2024
On June 1, 2024, major changes to secured transactions law and judgment enforcement law will come into effect. The changes to the Personal Property Security Act are the most extensive ...
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Court of King’s Bench Update: Pilot Project to Set Civil Trial Dates By Order
May 14, 2024
The Alberta Courts have announced a pilot project to move non-family civil actions through the court system faster. This move is in line with Rule 1.2 of the Alberta Rules ...
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