Litigation
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Social Media: A Primer
$45.00This paper lays the groundwork for an informed discussion of the technical and legal aspects of social media, answering questions like:
If a lawyer has access to a potential juror’s LinkedIn profile, should she look at it? and
Should lawyers use social media for business communication? Are there risks?
The author also addresses the evolving technologies that will impact future use of social media in the legal context, identifying key emerging issues. Bibliography attached.This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Social Media in the Courts seminar in April 2015.This document is an electronic product in Adobe PDF format. Shortly after your purchase, you will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to download the complete PDF.
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Social Networking in Litigation
$75.00In this whopping 110-page paper, the author points out that users of social networking sites are tripping over themselves to share their personal details on-line. He argues that this phenomenon requires that the practice of law adapt and recognize that: social networking sites are a gold mine of information and even evidence for litigation counsel; clients must be advised to protect themselves; and the same ethical principles apply whether one works in hard copy or in e-space. Complete with citations, this is a fascinating read.This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Social Media in the Courts seminar in April 2015.This document is an electronic product in Adobe PDF format. Shortly after your purchase, you will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to download the complete PDF.Click here to view some sample pages.
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Specialized Oil Sands Claims – the Builders’ Lien Act
$55.00This paper provides a general overview of the procedures inherent in lien registration against each of a basic commercial project, condo project, pipeline or mineral interest. It then offers a more in-depth analysis of issues related to lien registration against an oil sands project, exploring the technical registration issues that can arise.
This paper was presented at LESA’s Construction Law program offered in February 2015.
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Steps Prior to Trial
$35.00This paper provides a discussion of the steps required prior to trial once questioning has been completed and all undertakings have been answered. Topics include preparation and review, experts and expert reports, and steps in setting the action down for trial.
You can also access this paper by purchasing the seminar on demand. Seminars on demand allow you to stream video recordings of seminar speakers and download papers as PDFs.
This paper was presented at the Running Your First Trial seminar held in January and February 2015.
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Summary Judgment Applications
$75.00Authors: Kunal Nand, Kelly Robinson, Master W.S. Schlossser QC, and Hon. Justice T.W. Wakeling
Presented by members of the bench and bar, LESA’s seminar on summary judgment applications was enhanced by these materials: The first section is a paper analyzing Rule 7.3 and the effect that the Supreme Court’s decision in Hryniak v Mauldin 2014 SCC 7 (fully embraced by Alberta’s Court of Appeal) has had on applications in Alberta. The second section represents “cases that should be on your radar” in preparing for a summary judgment application.
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Surviving and Thriving in Today’s Court of Queen’s Bench
$55.00This paper provides tips to improve your courtroom practice from the perspective of the Bench. It includes a brief background on the workload and content facing the court, as well as judicial discretion. It also discusses best practices for lawyers appearing in court, including considering a cost/benefit analysis, utilizing the Rules of Court, following time limits, getting costs, and completing trials on time. As well, the paper looks briefly at potential future court issues and arrangements, such as electronic trials, increased litigation oversight, special accreditation, among others. Finally, tips for lawyers interested in a judicial appointment are also highlighted.
This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s 7th Annual Law & Practice Update in Edmonton on October 20–21, 2017.
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Taking Notes and Other Tips on Observation at Trial
$0.00This paper provides some practical tips on note taking during trial, including taking notes on witness testimony and when you are the examining lawyer.
This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Civil Advocacy Series: Argument program in Edmonton on April 11, 2018 and in Calgary on April 18, 2018.
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The Art of Being Prepared…How and when a little forethought and effort will pay off handsomely
$35.00This paper provides some suggestions, from a judicial perspective, for effective chambers advocacy. It includes drafting suggestions for pleadings, affidavits, and orders, and tips for being an effective and persuasive advocate in court. It also provides tips for ex parte applications, special chambers, and trial.
This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s 50th Annual Refresher in Lake Louise from May 7–9th, 2017.
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The Duty to Consult Aboriginal Peoples: What does it mean?
$55.00After a brief review of the nature and scope of Aboriginal interests, this paper addresses the current state of the law in this area. Specifically, the author investigates the source of the duty to consult, when the duty is triggered, who owes the duty, the nature and content of the duty, who is to be consulted, what it means to accommodate Aboriginal interests, and finally, some practical considerations.
This paper was presented at the Aboriginal Issues seminar in November – December 2012.
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The Factum: Tips & Strategies
$75.00The 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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The Foundational Rules and Interpretation of the Rules of Court: Can We Get Along?
$65.00This paper was drawn from materials presented at The Rules of Court Interpreted seminar in November 2011.
Learn how the Foundational Rules provide interpretation guidelines, as well as guidance as to the scope of relief and remedies the Court can provide. This comprehensive paper cites dozens of relevant cases, and highlights material changes under the new Alberta Rules of Court.
Pages: 87
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The Impact of White Burgess Langille Inman v Abbott and Haliburton Co on Recent Alberta Decisions
$45.00A recent trilogy of cases from the Supreme Court of Canada, including White Burgess Langille Inman v Abbott and Haliburton Co [White Burgess], dealt with the “threshold” principles for admissibility of expert evidence. This paper provides a brief summary of the enhanced expert evidence framework as a result of White Burgess, and then reviews recent Alberta decisions that implement that framework.
This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Civil Advocacy Series: Evidence seminar in Edmonton on May 2, 2017 and in Calgary on May 4, 2017.
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