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  • 61816.05
    This paper is complimentary.
  • 62044.04
    This paper discusses the process to have funds paid out of court after a foreclosure sale. It considers potential creditors in a foreclosure proceeding, priorities, and exemptions under the Civil Enforcement Act. It also discusses the implication of Crown claims, certificates of lis pendens, and builders’ liens on such funds. The paper includes a sample application, affidavit, and order to have funds paid out of court. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Foreclosure Fundamentals seminar in Edmonton on May 18, 2017 and in Calgary on May 23, 2017.  
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  • 62304.05
    The Municipal Government Act establishes special mechanisms and processes to assist municipalities with collecting tax arrears related to land and improvements. This paper explores such processes. It also provides an overview of the special liens created in favour of municipalities with respect to property tax arrears, and how those affect priorities as between municipalities and other secured creditors. This paper was presented at Municipal Law on March 16, 2023.
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  • 62238.01
    This paper explores what lawyers can do to further the accommodation of SRLs in our justice system, having regard to principles endorsed by the Supreme Court of Canada in Pintea. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Navigating Matters with Self-Represented Litigants program in Edmonton on September 9, 2022.
  • 62320.01
    There are plenty of opportunities for lawyers to engage in media relations, whether it’s helping a client through a crisis or providing insight regarding legislative changes. This paper explores business development topics with respect to media relations. This paper was presented at LESA’s Navigating Media Relations for Lawyers webinar on May 25, 2023.
  • 62402.02
    Designed specifically for legal support staff across a variety of practice areas, this paper explores how to build your own digital notebook using Microsoft OneNote, and how to organize your schedule and tasks using Microsoft Planner. This paper was presented at LESA’s Tech Tips for Legal Support Staff webinar on April 3, 2024.
  • 62014.04
    This paper canvasses topics related to online services that can impact legal practice, including online agreements, acceptable use policies, service level agreements, and data security. Types of online services, such as software and cloud services, are highlighted. Other topics discussed include licenses, payment provisions, terms and termination, risk allocation, and other considerations for online service agreements.
    This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s 6th Annual Law & Practice Update program in Calgary on October 14 & 15, 2016.
     
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  • 61967.05
    According to this seasoned appellate counsel, “there is no single right way to argue an appeal but there are plenty of wrong ones”.  Fundamentally, oral argument is your last chance to convince the court of the correctness of your client’s position.  This paper provides helpful advice on preparing for oral argument, argument delivery, making your best points first, answering questions when asked, handling concession requests, hypothetical questions and analogies, and preparing from a respondent’s perspective. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Court of Appeal Practice program in October, 2015.  
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  • 62044.05
    This paper considers a number of issues that may arise in foreclosure proceedings. Topics discussed include: redemption/relief against forefeiture, due on sale clauses, deceased mortgagors, non-resident defendants, written and implied consents for information, single family fire insurance, notification of lapse or termination of insurance, and condominium insurance. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Foreclosure Fundamentals seminar in Edmonton on May 18, 2017 and in Calgary on May 23, 2017.  
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  • 62060.06
    This paper is complimentary.  
  • 62310.01
    There are many benefits to transitioning to electronic files, despite associated effort and challenges. When moving to electronic files, it is important to implement an automated client intake process, halt the accumulation of paper, and create digital copies of all paper documents. This paper provides practical guidance on how to navigate this transition and provides insight into the author’s own experiences. This paper was presented at LESA’s Legal Research and Paperless File Management for Legal Support Staff webinar on January 17, 2023.