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62572.08Aside from the important question of whether something can be appealed, or if there is a right to appeal, the overarching question when considering an appeal should always be should I appeal and, if so, on what grounds? This paper explores things to consider before pursuing an administrative law appeal, matters to consider once you have decided to appeal, and much more. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Administrative Law program in Edmonton on February 24, 2026.
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62572.07The right to an unbiased decision-maker is a fundamental principle in administrative law but knowing how to assess and address a reasonable apprehension of bias in specific scenarios is more difficult. This paper explores some of the nuances and provides practical tips addressing how to raise concerns. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Administrative Law program in Edmonton on February 24, 2026.
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62572.06Judicial reviews serve as a critical function in administrative law. This paper explores the technical rules and steps of a judicial review. Topics include preliminary and practical considerations; commencing a judicial review; evidence in a judicial review; advocacy in a judicial review, and the role of tribunal counsel on judicial review. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Administrative Law program in Edmonton on February 24, 2026.
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62572.05This paper explores the Supreme Court of Canada’s approach to Charter values over the past three decades. Part I of this paper briefly recounts the history of Charter values outside the administrative law context, Part II describes major milestones in the Supreme Court’s approach to the Charter in the administrative law context over the past twenty years, and part III seeks to synthesize the law in this regard, suggesting that this is possible, if challenging. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Administrative Law program in Edmonton on February 24, 2026.
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62572.04For lawyers assisting administrative law participants, it is important to be aware of both the rights of participants, the obligations of decision-makers, and the continued evolution of the case law in this area. This paper explores various participatory rights by describing what they entail and cases from the common law that speaks to the circumstances in which those rights may arise. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Administrative Law program in Edmonton on February 24, 2026.
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62572.03Administrative Law is divided into three parts: grounds for review, standards of review, and remedies. This paper explores the standard of review to be used by the courts when hearing either an application for judicial review or a statutory appeal. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Administrative Law program in Edmonton on February 24, 2026.
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62572.01Statutory interpretation is an art, the parameters of which are governed by the common law principles of interpretation and the Interpretation Act. Because it is an art, statutory interpretation provides fertile ground for effective advocacy. This paper explores the common law of statutory interpretation and the Interpretation Act. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Administrative Law program in Edmonton on February 24, 2026.
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62600.00This paper explores the analytical foundation for addressing employment law issues in Alberta’s non-unionized workplaces. It offers a clear and structured approach to legal analysis, benefiting both new and experienced practitioners. Topics include preliminary fact gathering, threshold classification questions, identifying the legal issue, and interpreting employment contracts.
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62553.03Estate Planning and asset management are often the main drivers in the use of trusts. Their creditor protection properties may be considered a bonus, if not altogether overlooked. This paper explores matrimonial creditors, and third-party and arm’s length creditors. Topics include spouses as creditors; trusts and division of family property; trusts and family maintenance and support; fixed vs. discretionary trusts; fraudulent conveyance legislation; and sham trusts. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Drafting Trusts program in Edmonton on February 11, 2026.
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62553.02Testamentary trusts can serve useful purposes, when constructed correctly. This paper explores how to draft meaningful and effective will clauses of testamentary trusts for minors and young adults. It also discusses the advantages and dangers of building spousal trusts in wills. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Drafting Trusts program in Edmonton on February 11, 2026.
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62553.01Often the last thing on caregivers’ minds is their estate planning. A lawyer who is familiar with some of the basic elements of disability trust planning can be a relief. This paper explores the following questions (1) when would you consider creating a trust for a disabled beneficiary? (2) what are the benefits and drawbacks? (3) What are the two types of trusts that can be drafted for disabled beneficiaries? (4) what are the essential elements of trusts for disabled beneficiaries? And (5) how are these trusts taxed? These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Drafting Trusts program in Edmonton on February 11, 2026.
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62576.01Learn the basics of the powers and limitations to realtors in foreclosures and post foreclosures. This paper explores topics on how lenders get in a position to list the subject property for sale; the infamous Scheule “A”; what happens when offers are considered; forms of offers (deletions, changes and why); what is the process to accept offers; and how does a foreclosure sale close. These materials were presented at LESA’s Foreclosures: Listing Forms and Deletions webinar on February 9, 2026.
