• Notarizing and Commissioning Documents (Webinar)

    About Faculty About Date: May 8, 2023 Time:  12:00 PM -1:15 PM Price:  $10 + GST Even the most routine law office tasks can lead to liability and legal jeopardy. In this LESA program, summer students, articling students, and junior lawyers will review their legal responsibilities when commissioning and notarizing documents. Gain a greater understanding of common […]

    $10.00
    Webinar

    Ascertaining a Client’s Capacity to Retain and Instruct Counsel (Webinar)

    About Faculty About Date: May 11, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price:  $95 + GST Determining whether a client has capacity to retain and instruct counsel is an essential part of a lawyer’s professional responsibilities. Join us to learn more about the legal tests for (1) capacity to retain legal counsel, and (2) enforceability […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    Webinar

    How to Better Manage Your Workload and Time: Distraction, Email, Task & Time Management for Legal Professionals (Webinar)

    About Faculty About Date: May 17, 2023 Time:  12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price:  $95 + GST Is technology serving you, or are you a servant to technology? Today, legal professionals are constantly distracted by legal technology, connectivity, electronic case information and discovery, and information overload… email, instant messaging, social media, phone calls, interruptions, etc. Lawyers switch tasks on the […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
  • Webinar

    Capacity Issues in Commercial Matters (Webinar)

    About Faculty About Capacity issues can arise in corporate and commercial settings as clients may, among other things, seek to sell or reorganize a business when faced with health challenges. This webinar will address capacity concerns that a commercial lawyer may encounter, including: Is a commercial lawyer under any obligation to assess their client’s capacity? What […]

    $236.25 – $315.00
    Webinar

    Effective Legal Support: Residential Conveyancing Red Flags (Webinar)

    About Faculty Sponsorship About Legal support staff play an important role in identifying frequently missed issues in residential real estate transactions. This webinar will explore strategies and best practices to recognize and resolve red flags when working on a purchase or sale file. You may also be interested in our Effective Legal Support: Residential Conveyancing […]

    $95.00
  • Webinar

    Effective Legal Support: Residential Conveyancing Issues Unique to a Hot Housing Market (Webinar)

    About Faculty Sponsorship About A busy housing market poses unique challenges for legal support staff that require a unique approach to navigate for a successful real estate transaction. This webinar examines issues that can arise during a hot housing market and considers strategies that legal support staff can employ to identify and overcome these issues. […]

    $95.00
    In-Person

    Real Estate Conference (Kananaskis)

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

    About Faculty Accommodations Agenda Sponsorships About Join us in Kananaskis for a two-day real estate conference.  Topics will include: “Beyond the Gap” – Advanced topics in title insurance, including: considerations for risk mitigation, where to find specific coverage in a policy, developments in the law that have impacted the evolution of title insurance use, and more.Real Property […]

    $1,095.00
  • Livestream

    Dealing with High Conflict Personalities (Livestream)

    About Faculty About This is the livestream registration page for Dealing with High Conflict Personalities. This program is also being offered in Edmonton. Gain insight and confidence when dealing with […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
    In-Person

    Dealing with High Conflict Personalities (Edmonton)

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

    About Faculty About This is the registration page for Dealing with High Conflict Personalities (Edmonton). This program is also being offered as a livestream option. Gain insight and confidence when dealing […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
    Webinar

    Microsoft Word Power Tips for Legal Users (Webinar)

    About Faculty About Legal documents frequently require complex formatting. Legal users often find Microsoft Word to be a constant source of frustration. It’s the primary tool used to produce work […]

    $275.00
    Webinar

    Microsoft Excel and Outlook for Legal Users (Webinar)

    About Faculty About Excel Learn the powerful ways that Microsoft Excel can improve your work product, make your practice more efficient, and save you time. Many legal professionals either underutilize […]

    $275.00
  • Webinar

    RPRs: What Legal Support Staff Need to Know (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty From the perspective of land surveyors, this webinar will examine issues that frequently arise with surveys in residential real estate transactions and real property reports. Looking at real life […]

    $95.00
    Webinar

    Drafting Effective Contracts (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Many lawyers tend to rely on precedents when drafting contracts. Yet, a precedent often contains vagueness and ambiguity, even when lawyers tune and tweak it for specific situations. It can be difficult to balance the ease and relative safety of precedent usage with pushes from the bench, legal educators, and an increasing number of […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
  • Webinar

    Navigating the Changes to Alberta Construction Law Legislation (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Explore 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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    Webinar

    Practice Foundations: Western Conveyancing Protocol (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty As the common closing method in residential real estate transactions in Alberta, it is imperative that lawyers (acting for buyers and/or sellers) have a solid understanding of the Western […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
  • Livestream

    Commercial Real Estate for Legal Support Staff (Livestream)

    AboutFacultySponsors This is the registration page for the livestream session. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. Legal support staff play an integral role in […]

    $445.00
    In-Person

    Commercial Real Estate for Legal Support Staff (Edmonton)

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

    AboutFacultySponsors Extended early bird pricing for in-person registration! This is the registration page for the in-person program in Edmonton. This program is also being offered online via livestream. Legal support […]

    $445.00
    Livestream

    Residential Real Estate Purchase Contracts (Livestream)

    AboutFaculty Understanding the various provisions in the standard form residential real estate purchase contract is vital for real estate lawyers. This program will delve into the contract, examining it clause by clause and line by line. Topics include: understanding where things go wrong, identifying what people forget, exploring best practices, considering amendments and their impacts […]

    $333.75 – $445.00
  • Webinar

    Tech Tips for Legal Support Staff (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Designed specifically for legal support staff across a variety of practice areas, this webinar aims to elevate your digital skills, fostering efficiency and adaptability in today’s paperless legal environment. Topics include: How to build a dynamic digital resource library using Microsoft OneNote How to transform a chaotic schedule into a structured, collaborative success using Microsoft […]

    $95.00
    Webinar

    Effective Legal Writing Skills (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Written communication is integral to the practice of law. The ability to produce well-written legal documents will greatly benefit your practice. This webinar will provide strategies and best practices for legal writing in Alberta. Topics include: Essential elements of clear writing to maximize clarity How to effectively structure sentences Strategies for effective organization Editing […]

    $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
    In-Person

    Real Estate Conference (Kananaskis)

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

    AboutFacultyAccommodationsAgendaSponsors Tickets for this program are no longer available online. To inquire about conference availability please send us a note at [email protected]. Join us in beautiful Kananaskis for a two-day learning and networking event for Alberta’s real estate practitioners. Building on the momentum of our 2023 Real Estate Conference, this program will cover a variety […]

    $971.25 – $1,295.00
  • Webinar

    Condominium Case Law Update (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty In recent years, the Alberta courts have provided counsel with helpful guidance for solicitors and litigators practicing in condominium law. This webinar explores some of these recent legal developments […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
  • 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

    Commercial Real Estate Case Law Update (Webinar)

    AboutFaculty Explore the latest developments in commercial real estate law to stay current and sharpen your expertise. Significant cases will be analyzed, with topics including: Time is of the Essence Clauses Contracts Void for Uncertainty Contractual Subordination and Postponement Clauses Restrictive Covenants Implied Easement of Accommodation Land Titles – Missing Instruments Misrepresentation by Realtor __ […]

    $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
  • Webinar

    Rural Property Issues: Surface Rights (Webinar)

    AboutFacultySponsorship If your practice involves working with farmers, ranchers, or rural landowners in Alberta, you’re likely to encounter surface leases and right-of-entry orders. You may also have clients approached by oil and gas companies seeking to negotiate surface leases for new developments. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of surface leases, rights of way, […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
  • Webinar

    Buying and Selling Rural Property: What Lawyers Should Know (Webinar)

    AboutFacultySponsorship From agriculture financing to GST, buying and selling rural property comes with unique challenges. Join us to explore key legal considerations to help lawyers navigate these transactions with confidence. […]

    $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
  • In-Person

    Navigating Commercial Real Estate Transactions: Closing with Confidence (Edmonton)

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

    AboutFacultyTopicsAgendaSponsorship 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 […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
  • Webinar

    Integrating AI into Legal Practice: Insights into Microsoft Copilot for Modern Legal Practices (Webinar)

    AboutFacultyFaculty Bios Join us for a focused, practical webinar designed specifically for legal professionals who want to work smarter, not harder. In this session, you’ll learn how Microsoft Copilot, the AI-powered assistant built into Microsoft 365, is helping lawyers and legal support staff save time, reduce errors, and improve productivity—without needing to be a tech […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    In-Person Livestream

    Conveyancing

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

    AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info BONUS: Registration in this program automatically includes access to our brand new Residential Real Estate Transactions online course—a $195 value, absolutely FREE. Course access is for program attendees only and cannot be transferred. Attendees will receive course access on the program date (June 17). Remembering everything that needs to get done in a […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
    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 and Aboriginal law The interplay between Indigenous law and Canadian legislation The courts’ treatment of the assertion of Indigenous law Offered at no cost—because we […]

    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 – the Protection of Privacy Act and the Access to Information Act. It is important for lawyers whose practices deal with privacy and access to […]

    $71.25 – $445.00
  • Webinar

    Foreclosures: Navigating Judicial Sales vs. Lender-Owned Sales

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Understanding the distinctions between judicial sales and lender-owned sales is essential for lawyers advising clients in distressed real estate transactions. This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of […]

    $95.00 – $445.00
  • Webinar

    Assignment of Commercial Leases: A Deep Dive

    AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Assignments of commercial leases can be complex transactions involving multiple parties, consent requirements, and careful interpretation of lease terms. This webinar will equip lawyers with a practical understanding […]

    $71.25 – $445.00
  • Webinar

    Foreclosures: Case Law Update

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Foreclosure law is constantly evolving, are you up to date? This webinar explores the most recent decisions shaping foreclosure practice. Learn how these rulings can affect your files, […]

    $95.00 – $445.00
    Webinar

    Foreclosures: Possession Issues During a Judicial Sale

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Possession challenges can complicate the judicial sale process and create risk for both sellers and buyers. This webinar examines key questions that arise, including: Who is responsible for […]

    $95.00 – $445.00
  • Webinar

    Traps in Residential Mortgage Instructions: What Lawyers Often Miss

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Residential mortgage instructions may appear routine, but they often contain hidden obligations that can expose lawyers to risk if overlooked. From assumptions about title and insurance to timing […]

    $95.00 – $445.00
  • Webinar

    Understanding Condominium Plans: Practical Insights for Lawyers

    AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Navigating condominium plans can be complex, but a clear understanding is essential for any lawyer involved in real estate transactions. This webinar will equip you with the knowledge […]

    $71.25 – $445.00