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OC-62365-01Designed for newly called lawyers, or for those looking to revisit the basics, this presentation examines the duty to account in estate administration matters. Topics include general principles and common law duty to account; entitlement to an accounting; and who prepares/pays for the accounting. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on October 26, 2023 as part of our Practice Foundations: Estate Administration program. Total running time is 1 hour, 4 minutes.
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OC-62356Honour based violence (HBV) is not defined in Canadian jurisprudence, except to the extent that it is often conflated with domestic violence. Understanding how to navigate matters involving HBV is important for today’s family and criminal law practitioners. This presentation explores topics such as mainstream constructions of HBV (and how they produce both false positives and false negatives), and Western examples of HBV. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on October 25, 2023. Total running time is 1 hour, 8 minutes.
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OC-62362This year-in-review presentation canvasses the various ways that the courts, counsel, and litigants have interpreted the Rules of Court. Significant cases and interesting points of civil procedure are examined, including summary judgment, dismissal for delay, record production, questioning and undertakings, experts, and preparing for trial and summary trial. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on October 18, 2023. Total running time is 1 hour, 9 minutes.
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OC-62357Determining the date of separation could make all the difference in certain family law matters. The Separation Date Assessment Guide is a tool to assist family lawyers when making such determinations. This presentation explores the Guide, discusses its application in family law matters, and considers various evidentiary tools. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on October 17, 2023. Total running time is 57 minutes.
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OC-62369Unique ethical considerations arise for wills and estates practitioners working with elderly clients. Through examination of three scenarios, this presentation explores common issues in the estate planning process for aging clients, red flags practitioners should be aware of, and effective strategies to ensure that lawyers meet their ethical obligations. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on October 12, 2023. Total running time is 1 hour, 7 minutes.
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OC-62370Legal research is an integral part of a lawyer’s practice. This presentation provides strategies and best practices when conducting legal research in Alberta, including research strategies, such as where to begin with legal research, and potential pitfalls for legal research, such as ChatGPT. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on October 11, 2023. Total running time is 57 minutes.
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OC-62355-10This presentation looks at the unique challenges that may exist when residential properties are located in places like provincial parks, national parks, First Nations lands, and lands owned and developed by the University of Calgary. It provides practical tips and strategies when lawyers are engaged with the conveyancing of these leasehold interests in possession. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on October 20 & 21, 2023 as part of our Real Estate Conference. Total running time is 50 minutes.
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OC-62355-09From the perspective of land surveyors, this presentation examines issues that frequently arise with surveys in residential real estate transactions and real property reports. Looking at real life examples, it provides practical advice to lawyers about what to do when they encounter issues with RPRs, boundary disputes and discrepancies, encroachments, municipal compliance (or non-compliance), and disputes over ownership of retaining walls and fences. It also answers the question of what justifies updating an RPR. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on October 20 & 21, 2023 as part of our Real Estate Conference. Total running time is 1 hour, 24 minutes.
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OC-62355-08This presentation includes an exploration of AREA’s standard form contracts, highlighting recent changes. It includes a summary of a recent survey to stakeholders about areas of concern and ways that changes to the standard form contracts could potentially address them. The presentation examines common issues such as real property reports, title insurance, and contractual warranties, and dower. It also includes a discussion with a lawyer who defends claims against realtors. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on October 20 & 21, 2023 as part of our Real Estate Conference. Total running time is 1 hour, 27 minutes.
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OC-62355-07From the perspective of a title insurer, this presentation explores the structure of title insurance policies, typical exclusions, and conditions. It also addresses what to do when lawyers or their clients have questions about coverage, what lawyers and clients need to keep in mind when making a claim, and the factors that insurers will consider when handling a claim. Using real-world examples, the presentation explores common issues in both residential and commercial coverage scenarios. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on October 20 & 21, 2023 as part of our Real Estate Conference. Total running time is 1 hour, 34 minutes.
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OC-62355-06Rural property transactions may attract considerations distinct from residential real estate transactions. This presentation looks at some of these considerations, including understanding who a lawyer’s client is; scope of the retainer and possible conflicts of interest; registrations on title such as mortgages, easements, and leases; water rights and zoning; GST; and foreign ownership. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on October 20 & 21, 2023 as part of our Real Estate Conference. Total running time is 54 minutes.
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OC-62355-05The Alberta Lawyers Indemnity Association (ALIA) sees a fair volume of claims against lawyers in relation to residential real estate transactions. This presentation examines the current professional liability and misappropriation indemnity group policy and lawyers’ obligations with respect to self-reporting potential claims. It considers common traps that lawyers can fall into when conducting residential real estate conveyancing. The presentation includes a robust Q&A session that taps into the professional experience of senior members of the bar on faculty and in attendance at the conference. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on October 20 & 21, 2023 as part of our Real Estate Conference. Total running time is 53 minutes.
