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  • 62092.03

    Advanced Property Issues II – The Impact of Dissipation, Severance Benefits, Contingent Interest and Liabilities, Gifts, and Family Debt on Matrimonial Property Division

    $65.00
    This paper considers select issues in matrimonial property division, with reference to recent case law. Issues addressed include gifts, dissipation of assets, contingent interests and liabilities, and pre-marriage and post-separation debts. 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.  
  • 62092.02

    Advanced Property Issues: Judicial Discretion in Matrimonial Property Matters

    $65.00
    This paper seeks to bring clarity to some of the “gray areas” encountered in matrimonial property matters. It focuses on recent judicial decisions that address issues relating to occupation rent, unequal division of property, retirement savings, dissipation of assets, long separations, double dipping, and more. 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.
  • 62092.01

    Strategies for Attacking Matrimonial Property Agreements

    $65.00
    This paper discusses strategies for challenging matrimonial property agreements. It first reviews the current state of law regarding matrimonial property agreements, including legislation, jurisprudence, and common law principles. It then highlights arguments for challenging such agreements, including coercion, duress, undue influence, unconscionability, and lack of meaningful disclosure. 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.  
  • 62079.04

    Top 10+ Things Every Lawyer Should Know: Family Law

    $65.00
    Lawyers are often asked questions about a variety of areas of law, sometimes outside of the scope of their practice. This paper provides answers to frequently asked questions about family law. A wide array of issues are covered, in a helpful question and answer format, including property division, cohabitation agreements, parenting rights, extra-marital affairs, and much more. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s 2018 Top 10+ Things Every Lawyer Should Know program.
  • 62057.06

    Taxing Relationships: Tax Law Issues Arising in Emerging Family Relationships

    $35.00
    This paper addresses tax issues in common-law partnerships. It reviews the definition of common-law partnerships for tax purposes, including the duration of cohabitation and other considerations. It also discusses whether common-law partnerships could apply to emerging forms of personal and family relationships (e.g. polyamorous relationships, etc.), and within that context includes, as an appendix, a discussion of select tax issues that may present during and after the conclusion of a common-law partnership. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Beyond Blended Families program in Edmonton on February 20, 2018 and in Calgary on February 28, 2018.  
  • 62057.05

    Wills and Estates – Tips and Traps for Undocumented Relationships

    $35.00
    As society becomes more complex in our relationships, so too do the considerations for lawyers working with clients in complex relationships. This paper highlights tips and traps for lawyers involved in estate planning for clients in undocumented relationships, such as extra-marital relationships or secret families. It outlines a number of different estate planning scenarios, and then provides suggestions and strategies for how to respond. A sample acknowledgement for a joint retainer for drafting wills is included as an appendix. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Beyond Blended Families program in Edmonton on February 20, 2018 and in Calgary on February 28, 2018.  
  • 62057.03

    Assisted Reproduction Technologies

    $65.00
    This paper discusses assisted reproduction technologies in the legal context. It examines the history of the Assisted Human Reproduction Act, as well as potential regulations to the Act. It also highlights assisted reproduction technology usage, and provides a summary of the law governing surrogacy in Canada, outlined on a province by province basis. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Beyond Blended Families program in Edmonton on February 20, 2018 and in Calgary on February 28, 2018.  
  • 32130-6

    Junior Lawyer Series (Edmonton)

    $100.00
    Session 6 | How do I “Grow” my Practice as a Junior Lawyer? Receive essential tips for “growing” your legal practice. Examine topics such as business and marketing development, client relationship management, community involvement, networking, and more. Date: February 21, 2019 Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Location: Aspen Conference Centre, 4th floor, 10104 – 103 Ave (Bell Tower - Conference room #2) Regular Price: $100 + GST Save when you register for all six sessions. Click here for more information. NOTE: The materials for this program will be provided in electronic format. View the brochure or read the blog for program details.
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  • 32130-5

    Junior Lawyer Series (Edmonton)

    $100.00
    Session 5 | Drafting Effective Affidavits & Statutory Declarations Learn the “dos” and “don’ts” of effective drafting of affidavits and statutory declarations. Explore how to navigate and understand the nuances of drafting affidavits versus statutory declarations in a variety of legal and extra-legal settings. Date: February 7, 2019 Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Location: Aspen Conference Centre, 4th floor, 10104 – 103 Ave (Bell Tower - Conference room #2) Regular Price: $100 + GST Save when you register for all six sessions. Click here for more information. NOTE: The materials for this program will be provided in electronic format. View the brochure or read the blog for program details.  
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  • 32117-E

    Basic Collaborative Law (Edmonton)

    $875.00
    Collaborative law training is one of the three courses necessary to become a collaborative professional. This course is recognized by collaborative law associations in Alberta. Date: April 25–27, 2019 Time:  April 25, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM |  April 26 & 27, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Location: Fantasyland Hotel, 17700 87 Ave NW Price: $875 + GST Limited Enrolment Program. Register early to secure your spot. View the brochure for details.
  • 32115-C

    Dealing with Difficult People (Calgary)

    $147.50 – $295.00

    Are you a 2018/2019 LESA volunteer? If so, contact us for complimentary registration in this program.  

    Many of us are required to interact with behaviour from others that we may find particularly challenging. Identify your own behavioural style and evaluate the implications of your approach to difficult situations. Explore and develop the ability to understand and deal with the behavioural styles of others. Learn how to control your own emotions and apply constructive strategies that solve, rather than, escalate problems. Date: April 12, 2019 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | *LESA Volunteers 9:00 AM–1:30 PM (lunch is included)* Location: Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre, 1000 Glenmore Court SE Early Bird Price: $265 + GST (Register on or before March 5, 2019) Regular Price: $295 + GST NOTE: The materials for this program will be provided in electronic format. This program is also offered in Edmonton. View the brochure for program details.
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  • 32115-E

    Dealing with Difficult People (Edmonton)

    $147.50 – $295.00

    Are you a 2018/2019 LESA volunteer? If so, contact us for complimentary registration in this program.  

    Many of us are required to interact with behaviour from others that we may find particularly challenging. Identify your own behavioural style and evaluate the implications of your approach to difficult situations. Explore and develop the ability to understand and deal with the behavioural styles of others. Learn how to control your own emotions and apply constructive strategies that solve, rather than, escalate problems. Date: April 11, 2019 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | *LESA Volunteers 9:00 AM–1:30 PM (lunch is included)* Location: Chateau Louis Hotel & Conference Centre, 11727 Kingsway NW Early Bird Price: $265 + GST (Register on or before March 5, 2019) Regular Price: $295 + GST NOTE: The materials for this program will be provided in electronic format. This program is also offered in Calgary. View the brochure for program details.
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