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Effective Chambers Advocacy: Preparing for Chambers (On-Demand)
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Thorough preparation is key to a successful Chambers application. This presentation explores essential items to consider when preparing for a Chambers application, including:
Obligations with respect to dispute resolution options
Identifying the deep issues in a case
Preparing documents for Chambers
Whether questioning should take place
Traps to avoid
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on February 10, 2023.
The total running time is approximately 1 hour, 9 minutes.
Faculty
Chairs
Justice Robert W. Armstrong, Court of King’s Bench of Alberta
Justice Jane A. Fagnan, Court of King’s Bench of Alberta
Justice Kevin Feth, Court of King’s Bench of Alberta
Justice Debbie A. Yungwirth, Court of King’s Bench of Alberta
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Justice Debbie A. Yungwirth, Court of King’s Bench of Alberta
06/2023
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Getting to Close (M&A Must Knows) (On-Demand)
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It is important to stay organized when closing a transaction. This presentation discusses several aspects of a closing, including: (1) differences between asset purchase and share purchase transactions, (2) closing agendas, (3) common ancillary documents, (4) facilitating closing and document execution, and (5) a brief overview of closing books and the use of the legal transaction management software.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on February 9, 2023. The total running time is approximately 46 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Renée Gilead, Field Law
Presenter
Courtney Doleman, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
06/2023
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Legal Project Management Fundamentals for Legal Support Staff (On-Demand)
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Legal project management is the application of conventional project management strategies, techniques, and tools to the legal services context. This presentation introduces the concept and provides examples of ways to use its principles to enhance efficiency in corporate and commercial transactions. It also provides strategies that legal support staff can utilize in their day-to-day work.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on February 9, 2023. The total running time is approximately 48 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Renée Gilead, Field Law
Presenter
Renée Gilead, Field Law
06/2023
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Relationship Management: Tips & Tricks (On-Demand)
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This panel discussion provides a candid exploration of strategies that legal support staff can utilize when navigating relationship and communication challenges in the workplace.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on February 9, 2023. The total running time is approximately 46 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Renée Gilead, Field Law
Presenters
Courtney Doleman, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
Yewande Esan, TransAlta Corporation
Rachel Hayes, Field Law
Sharon Ohayon, Witten LLP
06/2023
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The Art of Due Diligence in Commercial and Corporate Transactions for Legal Support Staff (On-Demand)
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The type of due diligence required for a transaction depends on a variety of factors. This presentation explores how to effectively conduct due diligence and how to analyze and interpret due diligence search results. It further provides practical tips on such information gathering.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on February 9, 2023. The total running time is approximately 1 hour, 12 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Renée Gilead, Field Law
Presenter
Sharon Ohayon, Witten LLP
06/2023
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Minute Books: Getting It Right for Legal Support Staff (On-Demand)
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While every corporation in Alberta must have a minute book, not all minute books look the same. This presentation looks at the statutory requirements for minute books, considers who is entitled to access minute books, and provides direction on updating and maintaining minute books. It also provides guidance and suggestions on reviewing minute books in two contexts: (1) becoming a new registered office, records office, and/or agent for service of a corporation; and (2) for transactional and/or due diligence purposes.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on February 9, 2023. The total running time is approximately 59 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Renée Gilead, Field Law
Presenter
Rachel Hayes, Field Law
06/2023
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Business Structures for Legal Support Staff (On-Demand)
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Understanding how a business is set up is key for any commercial or corporate transaction involving that business. This presentation provides an overview of different business structures, the benefits and risks of decision-making authority under each structure, and the process for registration of the business.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on February 9, 2023. The total running time is approximately 52 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Renée Gilead, Field Law
Presenter
Yewande Esan, TransAlta Corporation
06/2023
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Directors and Officers Insurance Coverage (On-Demand)
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D&O liability insurance can play an important role in protecting a corporation’s directors and officers from personal financial loss. This on-demand program discusses key elements of D&O insurance coverage, including:
D&O coverage basics
Common D&O exclusions
Emerging D&O risk trends
Faculty
Chair
Robert Stack, Wilson Laycraft
Presenter
Christopher Kelen, Markel Canada
06/2023
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Piercing the Corporate Veil (On-Demand)
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Attempting to pierce the corporate veil can be risky. This on-demand program explores the history of piercing the corporate veil along with some key considerations, including:
Advantages and disadvantages associated with piercing the corporate veil
Risks associated with piercing the corporate veil
Why someone may elect to pierce the corporate veil
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on January 26, 2023. The total running time is approximately 37 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Robert Stack, Wilson Laycraft
Presenter
Gavin Price, JSS Barristers
06/2023
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The Roles and Risks of Directors in Insolvency (On-Demand)
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A corporation’s directors typically don’t plan for insolvency until it’s too late, such that they seek advice from lawyers or a Licensed Insolvency Trustee well after any problems arise. By then it may be too late to take steps to minimize the damage to the corporation and to the directors themselves. From the perspective of a Licensed Insolvency Trustee to directors, this on-demand program explores directors’ responsibilities before, during, and after a corporate insolvency filing. It also addresses the personal benefits and risks of a formal corporate insolvency filing and the potential exposure they may have as a director of an insolvent corporation.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on January 26, 2023. The total running time is approximately 51 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Robert Stack, Wilson Laycraft
Presenter
Charla Smith, Charla Smith & Company Ltd.
06/2023
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Governance Basics and Practical Tips for Lawyers Serving on Boards of Directors (On-Demand)
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Taking on the role of a director on a board can be a fulfilling experience but it comes with many responsibilities. This on-demand program discusses essential considerations for individuals who are interested in serving on a board of directors or Alberta lawyers who are advising clients who are interested in serving on a board of directors. These considerations include:
Duties of directors and how to effectively perform these duties
How boards do their work
What to consider before joining a board
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on January 26, 2023. The total running time is approximately 1 hour, 11 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Robert Stack, Wilson Laycraft
Presenter
Michelle Gallagher KC, Patriot Law Group
06/2023
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Regulatory Liability of Officers and Directors: An Overview (On-Demand)
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Directors and officers should be mindful of potential liability under regulatory statutes. This on-demand program discusses the essential aspects of regulatory liability and how it differs from other types of liability, such as civil liability. This program further explains how directors and officers may be subject to regulatory liability and provides practical tips for managing the risk of regulatory liability.
This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on January 26, 2023. The total running time is approximately 54 minutes.
Faculty
Chair
Robert Stack, Wilson Laycraft
Presenter
Robert Stack, Wilson Laycraft
06/2023
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