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Introduction to Financial Statements (On-Demand)
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Learn to read and understand company financial statements. Gain basic financial literacy, learn the components of financial statements and how to apply that knowledge to real life examples. This program also reviews the various accounting frameworks and the types of assurance that accountants can provide.
This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar as part of our Business Fundamentals for Lawyers series on October 27, 2020. Total running time is 1 hour, 24 minutes.
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Darrell Wiens, CPA, CA, MNP LLP
02/2023
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Court of Appeal E-Filing (On-Demand)
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On August 31, 2020, the Court of Appeal of Alberta launched the public portal of its e-filing system called CAMS. The Court of Appeal Management System (CAMS) is a comprehensive case and document management system and an electronic filing system that provides registered users the ability to initiate an appeal, file materials, pay applicable fees electronically, and more. CAMS is designed to better serve the administration of justice, litigants, the Bar, and the public at large. It digitizes and automates many of the Court’s procedures and records. Learn how to use the CAMS system in this informative program.
This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar on August 20, 2021. Total running time is 2 hours, 17 minutes.
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Bobbi Jo McDevitt, Case Management Officer, Court of Appeal of Alberta
Ileen Moore, Deputy Registrar, Court of Appeal of Alberta
Julie Antunes, Team Lead, Court of Appeal of Alberta
02/2023
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Capacity 101 (On-Demand)
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This program provides an introduction to fundamental concepts of decision-making capacity, including definitions, guiding principles, common capacity issues, and practical tips for lawyers.
This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar on May 21, 2020. Total running time is 1 hour.
Though we do our best to ensure quality, technology is not always 100% reliable. This recording contains approximately one minute of disrupted audio.
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Dr. Irene Liu, Pachet Assessment and Rehabilitation Services
02/2023
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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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