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Amendments to the Divorce Act: Understanding Parenting and Relocation (On-Demand)
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Significant changes to the Divorce Act came into effect on July 1, 2020 that changed how the legislation deals with parenting after separation, relocation, and assessing the best interests of children. Hear a comprehensive overview of the changes to the Divorce Act and the Child Support Guidelines, and discuss some of the new resources rolled out by the federal Department of Justice to support the amended legislation.
This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar on June 3, 2020. Total running time is 49 minutes.
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John-Paul E. Boyd QC, John-Paul Boyd Arbitration Chambers
02/2023
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AISH Update (On-Demand)
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Review the basic principles and benefits of the AISH program. Discuss the legislative history of the exemption of trusts from asset calculations and how AISH treats various sources of income. Consider some of the recent budgetary and policy changes implemented by the current government and explore estate and trust planning opportunities for families that have members on AISH.
This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar on May 6, 2020. Total running time is 1 hour, 3 minutes.
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Gordon P. VanderLeek, VanderLeek Law
02/2023
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Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act Accounting (On-Demand)
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Examine the rules under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act and the regulations relating to applications for a review of accounts. Review the statutory and fiduciary obligations of a trustee and options for informal accounting. Discuss the application process, including ‘when’ and ‘how’, common mistakes made on accounting applications, and what to expect when your application is disputed.
This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar on June 2020. Total running time is 1 hour, 11 minutes.
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Gordon P. VanderLeek, VanderLeek Law
02/2023
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The Legal Landscape Surrounding Self Represented Litigants in Alberta (On-Demand)
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Much has been said about Canada’s access to justice crisis. The statistics can be overwhelming. It is estimated that every Canadian will confront a justiciable problem in their lifetime, and half will experience one in any given three-year period. Evidence shows that many people may try to resolve their problems with no or minimal legal representation. This presentation reviews what lawyers can do to further the accommodation of SRLs in our justice system, having regard to principles endorsed by the Supreme Court of Canada in Pintea.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on September 9, 2022 as part of our Navigating Matters with Self-Represented Litigants.
The total running time is approximately 40 minutes.
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Justice Ritu Khullar, Court of Appeal of Alberta
Justice Stephen D. Hillier, Court of King’s Bench of Alberta
Alexander Yiu, Ackroyd LLP
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Alexander Yiu, Ackroyd LLP
02/2023
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Practice Pointers: Navigating Matters with Self-Represented Litigants (On-Demand)
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How a lawyer handles self-represented litigants will vary by person and practice type. Each lawyer will have their own styles and each practice area will have different types of SRLs. Join Justice Ritu Khullar and experienced lawyers to learn about how each of them views and handles SRLs in their respective practices.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on September 9, 2022 as part of our Navigating Matters with Self-Represented Litigants.
The total running time is approximately 1 hour, 11 minutes.
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Justice Ritu Khullar, Court of Appeal of Alberta
Justice Stephen D. Hillier, Court of King’s Bench of Alberta
Alexander Yiu, Ackroyd LLP
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Derek Cranna KC, Field LLP
Tess Layton, Reynolds Mirth Richards & Farmer LLP
James Samaroden, Bruyer & MacKay LLP
02/2023
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Perspectives on SRLs: Ethical Considerations (On-Demand)
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Join members of the judiciary and experienced lawyers as they discuss three hypothetical scenarios involving self-represented litigants and how the lawyer involved can or should deal with each one. This was an interactive discussion with live poll results from the audience.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on September 9, 2022 as part of our Navigating Matters with Self-Represented Litigants.
The total running time is approximately 1 hour, 18 minutes.
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Justice Ritu Khullar, Court of Appeal of Alberta
Justice Stephen D. Hillier, Court of King’s Bench of Alberta
Alexander Yiu, Ackroyd LLP
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Derek Cranna KC, Field LLP
Tess Layton, Reynolds Mirth Richards & Farmer LLP
Michael Lomax, Mediator and Conflict Resolution Trainer, High Conflict Institute
James Samaroden, Bruyer & MacKay LLP
02/2023
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Engagement Skills for Dealing with High Conflict Behavior (On-Demand)
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Skills for working with self-represented litigants can vary if the SRL is exhibiting high conflict behaviour. This presentation discusses how important it is to learn how to identify high conflict behaviour and key patterns of people engaging in high conflict behaviour. Training by Michael Lomax (renowned mediator, and conflict resolution trainer) will help individuals understand the psychology of conflict and develop strategies for dealing with high conflict individuals. Michael is a trainer with the High Conflict Institute, San Diego, CA. He practised law for over 22 years and is a non-practicing member of the law society of BC.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on September 9, 2022.
The total running time is approximately 1 hour, 47 minutes.
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Justice Ritu Khullar, Court of Appeal of Alberta
Justice Stephen D. Hillier, Court of King’s Bench of Alberta
Alexander Yiu, Ackroyd LLP
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Michael Lomax, Mediator and Conflict Resolution Trainer, High Conflict Institute
02/2023
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Rules of Court 2022: Year in Review (On-Demand)
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This webinar provides an overview of significant case law that has interpreted the Rules of Court on interesting points of law in 2022. Topics addressed include the Masters title change, limitation periods, parties to a proceeding, pleadings, affidavits of records, dismissal for delay, questioning, summary judgment, appeals, and costs.
This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on September 19, 2022.
The total running time is approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.
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Melissa N. Burkett, Alberta Justice and Solicitor General
Kelly Osaka, Dentons Canada LLP
02/2023
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Up, Down, and All Around: Exploring Recent Spousal Support Cases in Alberta (On-Demand)
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This webinar explores and analyzes the entitlement of spousal support in Alberta using current case law. Discussion on compensatory and non-compensatory spousal support through income differential is also covered. Other considerations covered are the economic impact with respect to the pandemic and the economy turn-down in Alberta over the last few years.
This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on September 28, 2022.
The total running time is approximately 1 hour, 28 minutes.
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Crystal M. Thompson, Thompson Petts Woynorowski Family Law
02/2023
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Changes to the Builders’ Lien Regime in Alberta (On-Demand)
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Effective August 29, 2022 the Builders’ Lien Act became the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act. This program considers how these changes impact lawyers’ practice and discusses topics such as the creation of a lien, limitations of a lien, the lien fund, and more.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on October 5, 2022.
The total running time is approximately 4 hours, 20 minutes.
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W. Donald Goodfellow KC, Goodfellow & Scheuttlaw
Adrianna Worman, Goodfellow & Scheuttlaw
02/2023
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Principal Training Course
Introduction
In June 2021, development of a new training course for all principals was approved by the Benchers of the Law Society of Alberta (the Law Society), and the Law Society collaborated with the Legal Education Society of Alberta (LESA) to develop and deliver the training.
The Law Society believes that a mandatory training course for all principals, regardless of previous experience, will establish baseline criteria for principals, improve consistency in the mentorship and feedback students receive, and provide principals with clarity for their role.
The articling experience can significantly influence the trajectory of an articling student’s career. Establishing a good principal-articling student relationship and providing a supportive and enriching articling experience are therefore very important. This training course is intended to provide all principals with the skills and tools necessary to successfully fulfil their role in the articling process.
This course consists of eight self-directed lessons that must be completed in order. Lessons contain self-study slides and on-demand content. Work through lessons at your own pace and convenience. You must successfully complete all eight lessons in order to receive your certificate of completion. The total time commitment to complete the course is three to three and a half hours. Total time to complete the course will vary depending how much time is spent engaging with supplemental resources.
Please Note: Participants should ensure they complete the closing Roll Information (after Lesson Eight) so their completion is recorded with the Law Society of Alberta.
If you have any concerns or questions about the content of this course, please email info@lesa.org.
Glossary
Articles, Articling Term, or Articles of Clerkship mean the period of time where the student works under your supervision to gain hands-on, practical experience in the profession.
Executive Director is used to denote the proper authority set out under the Rules of the Law Society of Alberta, but approval and management of principals and students is generally delegated to the Law Society’s Membership department.
Law Society means the Law Society of Alberta.
Lawyer means an active/practising member of the Law Society of Alberta.
Rule means a Rule pursuant to the Rules of the Law Society of Alberta.
Student means a student-at-law or articling student.
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