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  • 62323.01
    This paper provides a practical overview of judgment enforcement steps, with a detailed review of garnishment and an outline of important considerations for lawyers and legal support staff when enforcing a judgment. This paper was presented at LESA’s Judgment Enforcement: Learning to Swim webinar on March 10, 2023.
  • 62319.01
    It is important for lawyers to understand the scope of privilege, so its protection is not accidentally lost. This paper provides an overview of the various issues to consider when determining the applicability of privilege in civil litigation matters, including:
    • Types of privilege
    • Improper claims of privilege
    • Waiving privilege
    This paper was presented at LESA’s To Disclose or Not To Disclose: Applications of Privilege webinar on February 28, 2023.
  • 62289.06
    The paper provides a high-level overview of restructuring alternatives available to corporate debtors under the following pieces of federal legislation. It explores strategies when advising corporate clients and invites readers to consider early engagement with corporate clients seeking advice, even when they claim to have a solution to their financial woes. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials program in Edmonton on March 15, 2023.
  • 62289.05
    This paper outlines what happens when financial distress is not resolved at an early stage and when formal proceedings are necessary. It also provides a high-level overview of the three primary types of formal restructuring and insolvency processes in Canada, namely CCAA proceedings, commercial bankruptcies and proposals, and receiverships. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials program in Edmonton on March 15, 2023.
  • 62289.04
    When a distressed company is insolvent, the sale of its assets or business may be the only feasible option. A vendor, or a court-appointed officer, of a distressed company will often engage in a comprehensive and robust sale and investment solicitation process (“SISP”) to solicit offers from potential buyers or investors. This paper explores and explains SISPs and key factors to consider when inundated with SISPs from the perspective of a distressed company, potential buyer/investor, vendor, or insolvency professional. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials program in Edmonton on March 15, 2023.
  • 62289.03
    This paper provides an overview of the roles played by financial and legal advisors in corporate insolvencies in Alberta. It discusses how and when debtors and creditors should engage or consult with a licensed insolvency trustee and specialized insolvency legal counsel. It also explores the nature and benefits of forebearance agreements. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials program in Edmonton on March 15, 2023.
  • 62289.02
    Being on the board of directors of a corporation that is facing insolvency can be a stressful and challenging experience. Directors will have concerns as to the scope of their personal liability and how their duties and obligations may change. This paper provides a high-level discussion on the legal duties of directors prior to and leading up to an insolvency. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials program in Edmonton on March 15, 2023.
  • 62289.01
    In order to best advise a client struggling with debt, it is important to understand the relevant aspects of the situation to properly assess the solvency to recommend the next steps to finding a solution. This paper discusses things to consider when advising an insolvent individual who is struggling financially. It may also be useful when advising the creditor of an insolvent individual. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials program in Edmonton on March 15, 2023.
  • OC-62289-06
    This presentation provides an overview of restructuring alternatives available to corporate debtors under the following pieces of federal legislation:
    • Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act
    • Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act
    • Canadian Business Corporations Act
    It further explores strategies practitioners can employ when advising corporate clients.  
  • OC-62289-05
    This presentation explores what happens when financial distress is not resolved at an early stage. It further outlines how to recognize early warning signs of financial distress, informal workout options, and tips for navigating the formal insolvency process.  
  • OC-62289-04
    When a distressed company is insolvent, the sale of its assets or business may be the only feasible option. A vendor, or a court-appointed officer, of a distressed company will often engage in a comprehensive and robust sale and investment solicitation process (“SISP”) to solicit offers from potential buyers or investors. This presentation explores and explains SISPs and key factors to consider when inundated with SISPs from the perspective of a distressed company, potential buyer/investor, vendor, or insolvency professional.  
  • OC-62289-03
    This presentation explores the roles played by financial and legal advisors in corporate insolvencies in Alberta. Topics include:
    • How and when debtors and creditors should engage or consult with a licensed insolvency trustee and specialized insolvency legal counsel
    • The nature and benefits of forebearance agreements
    This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on March 15, 2023 as part of our Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials.