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62139.04This paper reviews the tactical advantages that can be achieved through strategic use of questioning evidence, by way of reading in, at trial. It also explores how questioning transcripts and answers to written questions can be used, to help litigators maximize this often over-looked and under-used tool. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Questioning program in Edmonton on November 6, 2019 and in Calgary on November 12, 2019.
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OC-62279Explore topics related to the law of judgment enforcement in Alberta. This program is intended for those in their early years of practice, or for those looking to review the fundamentals. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person and livestream program on May 4, 2022. Total running time is 2 hours, 47 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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62144.03This paper offers a brief overview of the history and uptake of mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes in Alberta. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Provincial Court Civil Practice program in Calgary on January 24, 2020 and in Edmonton on January 31, 2020.
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62212.04These materials provide suggestions and strategies for effectively managing matters in chambers. Topics include consent, ex parte, and adjournment applications; notice requirements for applications and affidavits; contents of documents; what can and cannot be heard in chambers; time limits; evidence; protocols and courtesies; costs of an application; and preparation of orders. This paper was presented at LESA’s Civil Litigation Series webinar on February 18, 2021.
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61834.02Moving Ahead – Litigation Plans in Action R.L Duke, QC This paper provides a thorough overview of the rules relating to litigation plans by first, distinguishing the new Rules from the old Rules, second, reviewing the responsibilities of the parties to manage their own disputes, and third, discussing the categorization of an action as standard or complex. It also surveys the case law in relation to litigation plans and discusses litigation plans within the overall context of managing litigation. Litigation Plans – Defence Perspective James T. Eamon, QC After reviewing the litigation plan requirements, the author speculates about a possible defence perspective of the litigation plan requirements and offers suggestions for effective drafting of litigation plans. These papers were drawn from materials presented at the Case Management, Litigation Plans and the “Drop Dead” Rule seminar held in April 2012.
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62217.03Full of practical tips and considerations, this paper focuses on helping clients recover what they are owed, particularly by dodgy debtors, slippery swindlers, and downright scoundrels. It canvasses basic judgment enforcement principles, non-court remedies, and advice on how to litigate these types of matters. This paper was presented at LESA’s Debtor/Creditor Disputes webinar on May 18, 2021.
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61887.11Recognizing that a lawyer’s reputation can be affected by his or her timeliness in responding to others and in his or her file management practices, this paper identifies common reasons why litigation files often grind to a standstill. The author goes on to provide suggestions for preventing such a standstill. Some of the topics covered include client management, psychological considerations, dealing with non-responsive counsel, settlement overtures, and dealing with incivility. Relevant Code of Conduct excerpts are attached. This paper was presented at the 47th Annual Refresher – Civil Litigation program in April 2014.
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61869.06After briefly outlining the definition and purpose of a municipality, this paper overviews municipal decisions and delegation. This paper also provides tables organized according to important sections of the Municipal Government Act and whether decisions are made by bylaw or resolution. This paper was presented at the 2013 Municipal Law program.
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61869.01This paper discusses the rules established by the Provincial government and set out in the Municipal Government Act and related regulations that a municipal corporation must follow. These legislative requirements are meant to ensure that the taxpayers’ money is properly accounted for and spent. Although these requirements also intend to ensure transparency and accountability, the author cautions that it can be difficult to effectively challenge resolutions or bylaws relating to municipal financial matters. This paper was presented at the 2013 Municipal Law program.
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61869.02The area of planning offers municipalities the opportunity to shape both short term and long term growth; it is a dynamic and changing area as municipal councils use planning tools to establish frameworks for their municipalities. This paper explores the framework of planning law, including various planning documents and entities that play a role in planning decisions in order to aid the reader in navigating this area of law. This paper was presented at the 2013 Municipal Law program.
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OC-62394Price range: $95.00 through $445.00Explore recent changes to Alberta construction law legislation. Topics include changes to adjudication, prompt payment, lien periods, and holdbacks from the 2022 amendments to the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (formerly the Builders’ Lien Act). This webinar will further provide strategies for navigating the Land Titles Office and PRQ (Priority Registration Queue). This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on February 12, 2024. Total running time is 1 hour, 23 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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61887.05This paper focuses on the access to information provisions under the FOIP Act, HIA, and PIPA. Written concisely and organized into comprehensive tables, the author examines questions like these, answered according to the legislation involved: “What are my access rights?”, “How will I know what fees will be charged?”, “What is the review process?” and “Can I be excused from paying the fees?” Other details include the role and mandate of the Commissioner, the nuts and bolts of the review process and third party rights in access to information. This paper was presented at the 47th Annual Refresher – Civil Litigation program in April 2014.
