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62098.04This resource provides valuable information on bringing applications before the Court of Appeal of Alberta. It provides an overview of applications before a single appeal judge and before a panel, including information on fees, timelines, filing deadlines, application formats, and types of applications. It also discusses the role of the Court of Appeal’s case management officer (CMO), and outlines how to make a request or application to the CMO. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Appellate Advocacy program in Calgary on October 12, 2018 and in Edmonton on November 2, 2018.
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62098.01The importance of the factum in an appeal cannot be understated. This paper provides factum-writing tips and strategies for the Court of Appeal. It discusses best practices and requirements for structuring a factum, and provides style strategies for drafting a well-written and compelling factum. Factum excerpts are included as writing examples. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Appellate Advocacy program in Calgary on October 12, 2018 and in Edmonton on November 2, 2018.
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62070.09This paper provides an introduction to criminal law procedure in provincial court. It provides an overview of docket court, including elections, publication bans, and jurisdiction. It also discusses criminal trials and sentencing, and highlights procedures and relevant legislative provisions to be aware of when appearing on criminal matters in provincial court. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Criminal Procedure Fundamentals program in Calgary on September 21, 2018 and in Edmonton on September 28, 2018.
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62070.07This paper provides tips for conducting effective direct examinations in criminal trials. It discusses how to properly prepare for a direct examination, including what materials to provide to a witness, how to advise a witness, and how to deal with special witnesses (such as experts, children, etc.). It also provides strategies for structuring and drafting direct examination questions and for handling evidence and exhibits. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Criminal Procedure Fundamentals program in Calgary on September 21, 2018 and in Edmonton on September 28, 2018.
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62070.06Effective cross-examinations in trial are a product of preparation and practice. This paper provides tips on preparing for and executing a cross-examination in a criminal trial. Topics discussed include case theory, judge versus jury trials, and cross-examination techniques. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Criminal Procedure Fundamentals program in Calgary on September 21, 2018 and in Edmonton on September 28, 2018.
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62070.05This paper offers tips for criminal lawyers on how to organize a file and prepare for trial. It discusses the benefits of creating a trial preparation sheet, and provides suggestions for what to include in, and how to effectively organize, such a document. A sample trial preparation sheet is included. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Criminal Procedure Fundamentals program in Calgary on September 21, 2018 and in Edmonton on September 28, 2018.
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62070.04This paper discusses the admission of evidence of a complainant’s prior sexual activity in sexual assault cases. It provides an overview of the relevant legislation, and highlights the two-step application process to introduce evidence of prior sexual activity. The paper also discusses the production of third party records in sexual assault cases, including the steps required to bring an application compelling production and rights of appeal. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Criminal Procedure Fundamentals program in Calgary on September 21, 2018 and in Edmonton on September 28, 2018.
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62084.09This paper discusses the implications of Bill C-46 and the new drug-impaired driving law. It examines Canada’s current impaired driving laws, and then reviews the proposed amendments to the Criminal Code in Bill C-46. It discusses prohibited blood-drug concentrations, roadside drug testing, and the challenges associated with testing for marijuana impairment. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Legalization of Marijuana program in Edmonton on May 17, 2018 and in Calgary on May 24, 2018.
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62084.07This paper considers the implications of the legalization of recreational marijuana on employment matters. In particular, it discusses an employer’s duty to accommodate an employee’s use of cannabis for medicinal purposes, how to deal with workplace misuse that may result in termination of employment, and the implications of legalization on workplace policies. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Legalization of Marijuana program in Edmonton on May 17, 2018 and in Calgary on May 24, 2018.
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62084.06This paper considers the impact of the legalization of recreational marijuana on the practice of residential real estate law in Alberta. It examines the applicable provisions in the legislation, and then discusses the potential implications of legalized recreational marijuana on residential tenancies and condominiums. Practice tips are provided throughout the paper. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Legalization of Marijuana program in Edmonton on May 17, 2018 and in Calgary on May 24, 2018.
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62084.05This paper discusses the implications of legalizing recreational cannabis on the commercial real estate industry. It includes considerations for cannabis retailers in leases, and highlights legislative and regulatory requirements with respect to cannabis retail space. It also provides tips for tenants to employ in offers to lease and negotiations. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Legalization of Marijuana program in Edmonton on May 17, 2018 and in Calgary on May 24, 2018.
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62084.04This paper discusses a selection of important patent and trademark issues relevant to the cannabis industry. It reviews key provisions from the Trademarks Act, RSC 1985, c T-13, including recent amendments that have not yet come into force. It also discusses trademark considerations in the cannabis industry, such as potential limits on promotion and packaging. The paper also considers patents and plant breeders’ rights, including utility patents, inventorship and ownership, and specific considerations for novel plant varieties. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Legalization of Marijuana program in Edmonton on May 17, 2018 and in Calgary on May 24, 2018.
