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62396.06This paper explores topics that frequently arise with domestic contracts, including: identifying parties’ motivations, disclosure considerations, negotiation factors, agreement drafting, formal requirements, independent legal advice, and costs and legal fees. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Advanced Family Property program in Edmonton on May 16, 2024.
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61875.12This paper seeks to address the following questions that challenge both junior family law counsel and senior practitioners: How can lawyers juggle various files while keeping their practice moving forward while, at the same time, minimizing stress and having a life outside of the office? Divided into sections, this paper discusses important topics such as planning a career, client service, and time management. This paper was presented at the 46th Annual Family Law Refresher in April of 2013.
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62092.07Understanding corporate obligations and oppressive conduct can often be helpful for family law lawyers dealing with matrimonial property disputes that include corporate interests. Within this context, this paper provides an overview of corporate control and minority shareholder rights, and discusses investigations and oppression actions under Parts 18 and 19 of the Alberta Business Corporations Act. It also highlights various remedies, including injunctive relief and Anton Piller orders. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Advanced Matrimonial Property program in Calgary on September 20, 2018 and in Edmonton on September 27, 2018.
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61875.04This paper addresses affinity, alignment, and estrangement with a focus on the concepts behind parental alienation, the warning signs that alienation might exist, and what lawyers and judges can do to address parental alienation. In its conclusion, this paper discusses the importance of identifying warning signs and symptoms of parental alienation as well as the best ways to treat and deal with these cases. This paper was presented at the 46th Annual Family Law Refresher in April of 2013.
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62371.01This paper addresses aspects of the Alberta Child, Youth, and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA), including the responsibilities of the Ministry of Child and Family Services and the Director, the roles of Family and Surrogate Court Litigation (FASCL) and Court Coordinators, principles that guide the interpretation and administration of the CYFEA, agreements with the Director, supervision orders, apprehension orders, temporary guardianship orders (TGOs) and permanent guardianship orders (PGOs), private guardianship, administrative reviews, and pertinent forms. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Child Protection Issues in Family Law Matters program on January 19, 2024.
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62406.01These materials provide a comprehensive overview of the legal assistant’s role in preparing for trial, from the preparation and filing of commencement pleadings to the creation and use of trial materials. Each stage demands meticulous attention to detail and adherence to the relevant practice notes, directions, and Rules of Court. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Family Law for Legal Support Staff program in Edmonton on June 6, 2024.
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OC-62406-2Understanding the intricacies of trial preparation is essential for effectively assisting lawyers in representing their clients. Explore a legal assistant’s role in preparing for trial, from the preparation and filing of commencement pleadings to the creation and use of trial materials. Each stage demands meticulous attention to detail and adherence to the relevant practice notes, directions, and Rules of Court. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Family Law for Legal Support Staff on June 6, 2024. Total running time is 35 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62259-2This on-demand program discusses one lawyer's personal approach to practicing family law. Resources include a discussion of the three types of divorces (the emotional divorce, the intellectual divorce, and the legal divorce) and offer considerations when advising clients. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person session on June 14, 2022, as part of our Advanced Negotiation Techniques for Family Lawyers program. Total running time is 1 hour, 1 minute.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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62143.01This paper informs paralegals about changes to the Family Property Act and the Divorce Act, aiming to equip paralegals with the knowledge needed to provide enhanced service to clients and practical assistance to lawyers in light of legislative changes. The paper is meant to introduce the changes that will most affect practices on a day-to-day basis. Topics address terminology changes, definitions, relationship interdependence, property exemptions, client duties and obligations, best interests of the child, parenting orders, contact orders, and relocation.
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OC-62143.01This on-demand program informs paralegals about changes to the Family Property Act and the Divorce Act, aiming to equip paralegals with the knowledge needed to provide enhanced service to clients and practical assistance to lawyers in light of legislative changes. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program in January, 2020. Total running time is 51 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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62456.05This paper explores how Alberta courts have treated the law of evidence in family law matters. It examines general rules of admissibility, affidavits, exhibits. letters, wiretapping and recording, electronic evidence, evidence from other actions, hearsay, judicial notice, business records, credibility, privilege and confidentiality, lawyers as witnesses, children’s evidence, expert opinions, new evidence and fresh evidence, onuses, and publication and broadcast bans. It also considers evidence issues in the arbitration context. Lastly, the paper includes a helpful checklist and a disclosure and evidence handbook for legal support staff. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Alberta Family Law Institute: Survive, Strive, Thrive program in Calgary on November 28–November 29, 2024.
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OC-62215-01This on-demand program examines key provisions of the Family Property Act and explains important concepts. Topics canvassed include the application of the act to common law couples, date of separation, limitation periods, valuation date, exemptions, exclusive possession of the family home, pensions, existing and future agreements, and Court forms.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
