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    • In-Person

    41st Annual Intensive Advocacy (Calgary)

    SAIT 1301 16 Ave NW, Calgary

    About Faculty Accommodations About Develop a confident, professional courtroom presence by exploring every aspect of trial and hearing work. LESA’s Intensive Advocacy course is an intense, learn-by-doing program that offers an incomparable opportunity to develop skills as an advocate. This course couples continual performance with rich performance feedback. With the aid of brief faculty lectures […]

    $3,595.00
    Webinar

    Child Support: Unique Considerations for Children with Disabilities (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Child support in the context of children with disabilities creates unique considerations for lawyers. Base (section 3) child support and extraordinary (section 7) expenses may differ in these circumstances. The first part of this webinar examines base child support in the context of children with disabilities, with topics including judicial treatment of adult child […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    Qualifying Experts in Court and ADR (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Expert witnesses can make or break a case but effectively qualifying experts–and effectively challenging an expert’s qualifications–is an art that is often overlooked. Properly qualified and reliable experts provide credible, persuasive evidence that can withstand scrutiny. This webinar will explore: Considerations for when involvement of an expert in court or ADR proceedings is helpful […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    Financial Statements: Learning to Swim (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Put on your water wings and finally learn to read financial statements! Gain confidence in reading, understanding, and analyzing financial statements with a goal to evaluate the overall financial health and performance of a business. The webinar will take participants through a background to financial reporting, will define common financial terms, and will discuss […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    Webinar

    Birthparent Considerations in Adoption Law (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Through an examination of recent case law in the Adoption area, this webinar will discuss impacts on biological parents, prospective adoptive parents, and adoption agencies moving forward. What weights are the Courts giving to biological parents in adoption scenarios? What does this mean for adoptive parents and for adoption agencies? Understanding the rights, responsibilities, […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    Business Valuations in Legal Matters (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty The legal requirement for the business valuation will often surface unique considerations that if not appropriately addressed, could result in a distorted determination of value. This webinar will explore areas of law that commonly require business valuations, and will further provide business valuation considerations that are unique to those specific areas of law. If […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    In-Person

    Mediation of Family and Divorce Conflicts (Calgary)

    Best Western Village Park Inn 1804 Crowchild Trl NW, Calgary, Alberta

    AboutFacultyAgendaAccommodations Mediation is increasingly important in the practice of family law. Receive 40 hours of intensive, hands-on skills training in this in-depth, 5-day program. Develop the skills, knowledge, and understanding to build a competent and professional mediation practice. Topics include: • 5-stage mediation model • Techniques of developing relationships in mediation • Positional negotiation vs. […]

    $2,445.00
    Webinar

    Practice Note 2 Exposed: Your Key to Filing and Deadlines (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Join us for a dynamic lunch-hour webinar on PN2, where we’ll explore the essentials of timely and accurate document filing in court. Learn how to master deadlines and adhere to procedural requirements with practical tips and strategies. Benefit from the added perspective of a distinguished member of the judiciary, who will share valuable insights […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    In-Person

    Alberta Family Law Institute: Survive, Strive, Thrive (Calgary)

    BMO Centre at Stampede Park 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

    AboutFacultyTopicsAccommodationAgendaSponsors Across their entire career, family law lawyers need to develop skills to survive, strive, and thrive in their practice. Join us for this two-day learning and networking event that will address topics to support Alberta practitioners as they navigate the challenges of family law. Topics include: Arbitrations: Beyond the basics and when the going […]

    $858.75 – $1,145.00

    • Webinar

    Don’t Stress, Find Success: Modern Law Firm Management (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Do you handle the business side of your law practice? Through the use of “short snappers”, this webinar will explore key considerations for effective law practice management with topics including:Organizing your law practice to create space for managing your businessBusiness developmentOnboarding and management of staffNavigating conflicts of interestSecuring your finances Technology considerationsPlanning for your future This […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    Financial Statements: Deeper Dive (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Suit up and learn the tools for effective financial statement analysis! Assess key issues in balance sheet accounts, consider what estimates and judgments could have manipulated the results, dive into financial statement ratios, and consider approaches to business valuation. There is no pre-requisite for this webinar. Though you may also be interested in our Financial […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    In-Person

    Family Law Chambers and Practice Pointers (Edmonton)

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultyTopics This is the Edmonton registration page for our in-person session of this program. If you would like to purchase an online ticket for this program, please navigate to the livestream registration page. Effective chambers advocacy is critical in a family law practice. This program will explore issues that often arise in family law chambers […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
    Livestream

    Family Law Chambers and Practice Pointers (Livestream)

    AboutFacultyTopics This is the livestream registration page for this program. If you would like to purchase an in-person ticket for this program, please navigate to the Edmonton registration page. Effective chambers advocacy is critical in a family law practice. This program will explore issues that often arise in family law chambers and help lawyers develop […]

    $393.75 – $525.00

    • In-Person

    Alberta Litigation Institute (Calgary)

    BMO Centre at Stampede Park 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

    AboutFacultyTopicsAgendaHotelSponsors Regardless of the kinds of litigation you practice, all litigators have common skills they need to develop throughout their careers. Join us to enhance yours! This program will be of interest to those practicing in civil litigation, criminal law, family law litigation, and estate litigation. It may also be of interest for those whose […]

    $858.75 – $1,145.00
    Webinar

    Crypto and Conflict: A Family Lawyer’s Guide to Digital Assets (Webinar)

    AboutFacultySponsorship The rise of digital assets in recent years has created novel challenges in family law matters. This webinar will explore some of these challenges, with topics including: Income from trading in digital assets for support purposes in family law How to compel disclosure of digital assets for the purposes of income determination and property […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    The Impact of Implicit Bias in the Practice of Law

    About Regrettably, “The Impact of Implicit Bias in the Practice of Law” webinar is cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience. You may wish to consider our on-demand program, Illumination of Bias: Practical Strategies for Recognizing and Reducing Implicit Bias in the Practice of Law (valued at $315). The on-demand program includes the recording and related materials.

    Webinar

    Legal Tech Essentials: Navigating Practice, Document, and Workflow Management (Webinar)

    AboutFacultySponsorship How would you like to streamline workflows, save time, and improve client service? Learn how to select and integrate various legal technology effectively, so you can optimize your day to day practice. This webinar will: Examine the differences between practice management systems, document management tools, and other essential programs Help participants understand the distinct […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    Webinar

    Valuation Methods in Family Law: Strengths, Weaknesses, and Pitfalls (Webinar)

    AboutFacultySponsorship Understanding valuations is crucial for family law practitioners to ensure fair property division and spousal support calculation. This webinar will explore topics including: How the various valuation methods apply in family law disputes Why traditional valuation approaches may not fully capture value in a matrimonial setting The impact of the chosen valuation date on […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • In-Person

    Costs (Edmonton)

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultyAgendaSponsorship This is the Edmonton registration page for our in-person session of this program. If you would like to purchase an online ticket for this program, please navigate to the livestream registration page. __ At times lawyers may not consider costs until the Court invites them to speak to the issue. This program will explore […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
    Livestream

    Costs (Livestream)

    AboutFacultyAgendaSponsorship This is the livestream registration page for this program. If you would like to purchase an in-person ticket for this program, please navigate to the Edmonton registration page. __ At times lawyers may not consider costs until the Court invites them to speak to the issue. This program will explore the law of costs in […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
    Webinar

    Grandparents’ Rights in Alberta: Navigating Access and Custody Challenges (Webinar)

    AboutFacultySponsorship The rights of grandparents to have contact with their grandchildren is becoming an increasingly significant legal issue in Alberta. As family dynamics evolve and cases of estrangement, separation, or the death of parent become more common, questions around the legal standing of grandparents and their rights under the law have gained greater attention within […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    In-Person

    Family Law 25 (Edmonton)

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultySponsorship This is the Edmonton registration page for our in-person session of this program. If you would like to purchase an online ticket for this program, please navigate to the livestream registration page. What does 25 mean? In this full-day program, we’re going to cover 5 key cases relevant to 5 areas of family law. […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
    Livestream

    Family Law 25 (Livestream)

    AboutFacultySponsorship This is the livestream registration page for this program. If you would like to purchase an in-person ticket for this program, please navigate to the Edmonton registration page. What does 25 mean? In this full-day program, we’re going to cover 5 key cases relevant to 5 areas of family law. Join us for robust […]

    $393.75 – $525.00

    • In-Person

    42nd Annual Intensive Advocacy (Calgary)

    SAIT 1301 16 Ave NW, Calgary

    AboutFacultyScheduleAccommodations Develop a confident, professional courtroom presence by exploring every aspect of trial and hearing work. LESA’s Intensive Advocacy course is an intense, learn-by-doing program that offers an incomparable opportunity to develop skills as an advocate. This course couples continual performance with rich performance feedback. With the aid of brief faculty lectures and faculty demonstrations, […]

    $3,695.00
    Webinar

    Coercive Control: How to Recognize, Respond, and Prevent Further Harm to Your Family Law Clients (Webinar)

    AboutFacultySponsorship Going beyond traditional domestic violence screening, this webinar equips legal professionals with actionable strategies for identifying and addressing coercive control in family law cases. Family lawyers play a critical role in shaping outcomes for victim-survivors of coercive control and post-separation abuse. Yet, without a deep understanding of these dynamics, even well-intentioned legal professionals can […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    Webinar

    Braiding Legal Traditions: Indigenous Laws and the Courts

    AboutFacultyMore Info Understanding the relationship between Indigenous legal traditions and Canadian-made law is important for legal professionals across all practice areas. This webinar will explore: The differences between Indigenous law […]

    Free

    • Webinar

    Alberta’s New Privacy Legislation: What Lawyers Should Know

    AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info With plans to come into effect in Spring 2025,  the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP) will be replaced by two separate pieces of legislation […]

    $71.25 – $445.00
    Webinar

    On the Move: Navigating Relocation and Mobility Rights in Family Law

    AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Navigating relocation and mobility issues in family law can be complex and emotionally charged—especially when parenting time and decision-making authority are at stake. This webinar will explore the following topics: What’s new? What’s not? How the relocation framework to assess best interests from Gordon v Goertz is refined by the Divorce Act Relocation […]

    $71.25 – $445.00

    • In-Person Livestream

    Questioning

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultyAgendaSponsorshipMore Info Are you looking to develop your questioning skills? Whether questioning on affidavits or as part of the discovery process, this program will provide you with a practical guide to expand your knowledge and fine-tune your skills. Topics will include: Applicable procedural rules and corresponding case law Preparing yourself and your client for questioning […]

    $408.75 – $2,185.00

    • In-Person

    Family Law Conference (Kananaskis)

    Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge 1 Centennial Dr, Kananaskis Village, Alberta, Canada

    AboutFacultyAgendaSponsorshipMore InfoHotel Join us in beautiful Kananaskis for a two-day learning and networking event for Alberta’s family law lawyers. Connect with esteemed practitioners from across the province while engaging in […]

    $971.25 – $1,295.00

    • In-Person

    Mediation of Family and Divorce Conflicts (Calgary)

    Best Western Village Park Inn 1804 Crowchild Trl NW, Calgary, Alberta

    AboutFacultyAgendaMore InfoAccommodations Mediation is increasingly important in the practice of family law. Receive 40 hours of intensive, hands-on skills training in this in-depth, 5-day course. Develop the skills, knowledge, and understanding to build a competent and professional mediation practice. Topics include: • 5-stage mediation model • Techniques of developing relationships in mediation • Positional negotiation […]

    In-Person Livestream

    Elevating Family Law Practice: Skills for Legal Support Staff

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultyTopicsMore InfoSponsorship The ways that legal support staff assist lawyers and clients have never been more important. This full-day program will look at timely topics to help legal assistants, paralegals, […]

    $545.00 – $2,185.00
    In-Person Livestream

    Civil Litigation Strategies

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultyMore InfoAgendaSponsorship Developing a strong civil litigation practice takes an understanding of civil procedure and the Rules of Court, competence in advocacy, and an intentionality in employing appropriate litigation strategies. […]

    $545.00 – $2,185.00

    • Webinar

    Uncovering the Truth: Finding Hidden Assets in Divorce Matters

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Uncovering hidden assets can be the key to achieving a fair and equitable settlement in divorce matters. This webinar will explore topics including: Red flags and common tactics […]

    $95.00 – $445.00

    • In-Person Livestream

    Family Law Agreements

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultyAgendaMore InfoSponsorship Family law lawyers are frequently tasked with drafting, negotiating, or challenging agreements. Through the lens of common family law agreements, this program will address the following: The law […]

    $545.00 – $2,185.00

    • Webinar

    From Draft to Deal: How AI Transforms Contract Processes

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Want to save time and reduce risk in your practice? Discover how AI is transforming contract management by simplifying case preparation, organizing agreements, tracking deadlines, streamlining transactions, and […]

    $95.00 – $445.00

    • Webinar

    Running Your First Appeal

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Preparing for your first appeal can be daunting but understanding the key elements of effective appellate advocacy can make all the difference. This webinar offers practical guidance for […]

    $295.00 – $1,495.00

    • In-Person Livestream

    Evidence Refresher

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutAgendaFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Regardless of how much trial experience lawyers have, awareness of key evidence law rules and common evidentiary issues could make or break the case. In litigation matters, adducing […]

    $545.00 – $2,185.00

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    In-Person Livestream

    Advanced Family Mediation

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultyAgendaHotelMore InfoSponsorship With limited court availability, obligations under family law legislation and rules requiring ADR processes, and evolving court protocols, the need to be well-versed in family mediation has never […]

    $1,095.00
    Webinar

    Effective Legal Support: Law Office Fundamentals

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship The roles and responsibilities carried out by legal support staff are integral to a successful law practice. This webinar introduces essential skills for effective legal support work. Tara […]

    $325.00 – $1,495.00
    In-Person Livestream

    Effective Chambers Advocacy 2026

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutTopicsAgendaFacultyMore Info Enhance your chambers advocacy skills and improve your chances of successful outcomes in chambers. Topics will include: Demonstration of Contested Application in Morning Chambers Debriefing of Contested Application […]

    $545.00 – $2,185.00
    In-Person Livestream

    Family Law Essentials

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutTopicsAgendaFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Family law continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and practitioners must navigate federal and provincial legislation, shifting case law, and emotionally charged client dynamics with confidence and […]

    $545.00 – $2,185.00