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An Overview of the Mechanics of Real Estate Transaction Closing (On-Demand)
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Understanding what is needed to close a real estate transaction is fundamental for conveyancing lawyers. In Alberta there are three methods to close: a traditional closing, a title insured closing, and a “Protocol” closing. Review an overview of each, along with a review of mortgage only transactions. This presentation also includes panel discussions on several different practice pointers.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Conveyancing on June 17, 2025. Total running time is 47 minutes.
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Joshua Allen, Main Street Law LLP
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Michelle Gallagher KC, Patriot Law Group
07/2025
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Foreclosures: Navigating Judicial Sales vs. Lender-Owned Sales
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07/2025
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Through the Eyes of the Child: Navigating Trauma and Attachment in Divorce Cases
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07/2025
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Civil Litigation Strategies
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07/2025
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LESA’s 2026 Refresher: Real Estate (Banff)
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07/2025
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Wills and Estates: Case Law Update
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07/2025
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Uncovering the Truth: Finding Hidden Assets in Divorce Matters
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07/2025
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On the Move: Navigating Relocation and Mobility Rights in Family Law
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Navigating relocation and mobility issues in family law can be complex and emotionally charged—especially when parenting time and decision-making authority are at stake. This webinar will explore the following topics:
What’s new? What’s not? How the relocation framework to assess best interests from Gordon v Goertz is refined by the Divorce Act
Relocation versus Change in Residence: How to tell the difference and ensure compliance with notice requirements
Exploring the burden of proof imposed by the Divorce Act, including how to assess whether a parent has “substantially equal” or the “vast majority” of time with a child
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Camille Boyer, Crossroads Law
07/2025
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Foreclosures: Intersection of Real Estate and Civil Litigation
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07/2025
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Braiding Legal Traditions: Indigenous Laws and the Courts (On-Demand)
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Understanding the relationship between Indigenous legal traditions and Canadian-made law is important for legal professionals across all practice areas. Explore:
The differences between Indigenous law and Aboriginal law
The interplay between Indigenous law and Canadian legislation
The courts’ treatment of the assertion of Indigenous law
This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on June 18, 2025. Total running time is 50 minutes.
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Prof. Hadley Friedland, University of Alberta, Faculty of Law
07/2025
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Rules of Court 2025: Year in Review
06/2025
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Corporate Bylaws (On-Demand)
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While a corporation is not required to have bylaws, they are often used to formalize procedures and govern how various powers should be exercised. Explore the role of bylaws and how they are passed, and common and less common corporate bylaws.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Practice Foundations: Corporate Drafting on June 5, 2025. Total running time is 48 minutes.
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Brittany Earl, Duncan Craig LLP
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Kevin J. Smith, Witten LLP
06/2025
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