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OC-62497-6Explore the issue and provides a roadmap of costs considerations on interim applications, at trial, and in arbitrations. Review helpful tips when making cost submissions in family law matters. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Costs on May 6, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour, 2 minutes.
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OC-62497-5Costs incentivize parties to settle and the risk or fear of costs can be used as part of a broader litigation strategy to encourage settlement early in the dispute process. Explore formal offers to settle and Calderbank offers and provide a comparison of the two options, along with factors to consider when deciding which to employ and when. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Costs on May 6, 2025. Total running time is 46 minutes.
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OC-62497-4Explore the law of costs in Alberta through the dual lenses of Schedule C of the Alberta Rules of Court and the post-McCallister case law. Topics covered include a discussion of costs generally, settlement using court process, lump sum costs, percentage indemnity, security for costs, and tips for litigators. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Costs on May 6, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour, 13 minutes.
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OC-62497-3Under the Arbitration Act, there are two provisions which have direct application to the issue of costs: sections 53 and 55. A few other provisions might be engaged in certain circumstances. Review that statutory authority and considers how it might inform or shape arguments relating to costs in arbitration proceedings. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Costs on May 6, 2025. Total running time is 52 minutes.
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OC-62497-2Examine relevant rules and judicial authorities that have interpreted or affected the application of some of these rules. Facilitate the resolution of costs issues, guide counsel in the preparation of submissions for costs assessments, and suggest arguments that might otherwise be overlooked. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Costs on May 6, 2025. Total running time is 56 minutes.
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OC-62497-1Explore the types of costs, exceptions to the general rule, circumstances justifying costs awarded to the losing party, the interplay of the Surrogate Rules and the Alberta Rules of Court, and the Surrogate Rules dealing with Costs. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Costs on May 6, 2025. Total running time is 39 minutes.
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OC-62496-5Through an examination of the Law Society of Alberta’s disciplinary process, this on-demand program aims to improve lawyers’ understanding of the steps to take if they are subject to a complaint or are in a position where they have to report themselves to the Law Society of Alberta. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Legal Strategies in Mergers & Acquisitions on April 29, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour.
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OC-62496-4While every transaction for the purchase and sale of commercial property will need to be tailored to the specific situation, key provisions exist that should be included regardless of the value of the transaction, the parties involved, or the size or type of the subject commercial property. Explore these provisions, including conditions precedent, additional covenants, representations and warranties, default provision, closing mechanics, boilerplate clauses, and post-closing matters. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Legal Strategies in Mergers & Acquisitions on April 29, 2025. Total running time is 58 minutes.
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OC-62496-3Proper due diligence is crucial in commercial real estate transactions. Examine practical insight and tips regarding the due diligence process and a lawyer’s responsibility, timing of due diligence, overview of due diligence, and suggested steps for dealing with issues. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Legal Strategies in Mergers & Acquisitions on April 29, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour, 12 minutes.
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OC-62496-2A thorough understanding of the common security documents used in commercial lending is essential for both borrowers’ and lenders’ lawyers. Explore commitment letters, mortgages, general and specific security agreements, guarantees, various assignments, environmental indemnity agreements, solicitors’ opinion letters, directors’ resolutions, and officers’ certificates. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Legal Strategies in Mergers & Acquisitions on April 29, 2025. Total running time is 57 minutes.
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OC-62496-1Explore the professional obligations surrounding trust conditions and walk through some sample provisions that should be included in a trust letter, with topics including the rules for trust conditions, key components of a trust letter, and a case law review. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Legal Strategies in Mergers & Acquisitions on April 29, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour, 5 minutes.
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OC-62484-6It has been established in Canadian law that parties to an agreement have a duty of honesty and good faith in the performance of their contractual obligations. Canadian courts have had the opportunity to consider the application of this duty in a variety of circumstances relevant to M&A practitioners. This on-demand program outlines certain developments in this important area. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Legal Strategies in Mergers & Acquisitions on April 29, 2025. Total running time is 37 minutes.
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