About Faculty Accommodations Agenda About This event has passed. The recordings will soon be available as mini Seminars on Demand, with an anticipated release date in mid-November. Sign-up for our LESA E-List to be notified when the recordings become available. Date: October 23, 2020 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $445 + GST (Save $90 when combined […]
About Faculty Accommodations Agenda About This event has passed. The recordings will soon be available as mini Seminars on Demand, with an anticipated release date in mid-November. Sign-up for our LESA E-List to be notified when the recordings become available. Date: October 24, 2020 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $445 + GST (Save $90 when […]
About Faculty About This event occurred in the past. The recording is now available as a Webinar on Demand. Learn to read and understand company financial statements. Gain basic financial literacy, learn the components of financial statements and how apply that knowledge to real life examples. We will also review the various accounting frameworks and […]
About Faculty About This event occurred in the past. The recording is now available as a Webinar on Demand. Consider how to evaluate the health of a business, perform ratio analysis, uncover expenses subject to management discretion, and learn what further questions you must ask. This course assumes a basic working knowledge of financial statements and will focus on the […]
About Faculty About This event occurred in the past. The recording is now available as a Webinar on Demand. Explore how a business valuator arrives at an opinion regarding the value of an ownership interest in a company. Examine the reporting standards followed in Canada, discuss common valuation approaches, and learn how the valuation […]
About Faculty About This event occurred in the past. The recording is now available as a Webinar on Demand. The duty of care fluctuates from transaction to transaction when giving independent legal advice. One size does not fit all. Learn how to identify and set the obligation, and how to fix the commensurate fee. Explore […]
About Faculty About This event occurred in the past. The recording is now available as a Webinar on Demand. Understand what a firm needs to do to prevent possible disruptions to business, how to recover in the event of a disruption, and the role technology plays in this. Faculty Presenter Matt Patrick, MNP LLP
About Faculty About Date: April 12, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $29 + GST It is often easy to overlook the impact of mounting workloads, multiple demands, and stressful environments on your ability to perform. Mindfulness can turn these workplace challenges into opportunities by helping you to work with your innate qualities, be less reactive, and […]
About Faculty About Date: May 13, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $125 + GST $95 + GST Martin Kratz QC is an author, professor, and former technology and intellectual property lawyer. As chair of this conference, he will set the stage reflecting on the impact of technological change on the practice of law, how […]
About Faculty About Date: May 14, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $125 + GST $95 + GST Nancy Bains, Privacy Officer for the Law Society of Alberta will join the Information and Privacy Commissioner, Jill Clayton to iterate the value of a solid privacy management framework to help navigate challenges when they arise. Attend […]
About Faculty About Date: May 19, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $125 + GST $95 + GST In October 2019, the Federation of Law Societies of Canada amended its Model Code rule on competence to include explicit reference to technological competence. Several provincial and territorial law societies, including Alberta, have incorporated this amendment into […]
About Faculty About Date: May 27, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $125 + GST $95 + GST Review the rapidly developing area of artificial intelligence, big data, and machine learning from a lawyer’s perspective. This session will focus on the practical issues of diligence, risk, mitigation, and contract considerations. Walk away with a checklist […]
About Faculty About Date: May 28, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $125 + GST $95 + GST Join leading academics, experts, and practitioners in this Alberta-focused exploration of current legal technology trends and issues. Click here for other sessions in this series. This event occurred in the past. Click here for the on-demand version. […]
About Faculty About Date: June 3, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $125 + GST $95 + GST Join Patrick Hartford of NoticeConnect to discuss the idea of digital, cloud-based wills. Consider the rules in Canada and abroad and how a digital wills framework needs to address privacy, security, and the data retention needs of testators. […]
About Faculty About Date: June 4, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $125 + GST $95 + GST Join leading academics, experts, and practitioners in this Alberta-focused exploration of current legal technology trends and issues. Click here for other sessions in this series. This event occurred in the past. Click here for the on-demand version. Thank […]
About Faculty About Date: June 9, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $125 + GST $95 + GST This session will explore the fundamentals of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act, including topics such as breach response, privacy/data security synergy, and data localization and management. Also consider future policy developments that will influence […]
About Faculty About Date: June 10, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $125 + GST $95 + GST Join leading academics, experts, and practitioners in this Alberta-focused exploration of current legal technology trends and issues. This event occurred in the past. Click here for the on-demand version. Thank you to our conference sponsor, Stewart Title. […]
About Faculty About Date: September 9, 2021 Time: 1:00 PM–3:30 PM Price: Complimentary This program will provide you with a toolkit to identify, unpack, and intervene in systemic racism within legal institutions and your own practice, and is applicable to anyone working within the legal profession. Moving beyond a diversity and inclusion lens, this session encourages […]
About Faculty About Date: October 6, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM–3:15 PM Price: $225 + GST This is the livestream registration page for Advanced Legal Writing Part 1. If you would like to purchase the in-person ticket to this event, please navigate to Advanced Legal Writing Part 1 (Edmonton). Communication is integral to the practice of law. Having the skill set […]
About Faculty About Date: October 6, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM–3:15 PM Price: $225 + GST Venue: LESA’s Program Space | Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue This is the in-person registration page for Advanced Legal Writing Part 1. If you would like to purchase the livestream ticket to this event, please navigate to Advanced Legal Writing Part 1 (Livestream). Communication is integral to […]
About Faculty About Date: October 27, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 3:15 PM Price: $225 + GST If you attended Part 1 and wish to register for Part 2, please contact [email protected] This is the livestream registration page for Advanced Legal Writing Part 2. If you would like to purchase the in-person ticket to this event, please navigate to Advanced […]
About Faculty About Date: October 27, 2021 Time: 12:00 PM – 3:15 PM Price: $225 + GST Venue: LESA’s Program Space | Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue If you attended Part 1 and wish to register for Part 2, please contact [email protected] This is the in-person registration page for Advanced Legal Writing Part 2. If you would like to purchase the livestream […]
About Faculty About Date: November 3, 2021 Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Price: $95+ GST Explore some of the unusual circumstances that can arise in foreclosure proceedings, and how best to deal with them. Join senior foreclosure practitioners from across Alberta to discuss recent case law, residential tenants, notices of security interests, condominium caveats, community safety […]
About Faculty About Date: November 16, 2021 Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Price: $95+ GST Explore some of the unusual circumstances that can arise in foreclosure proceedings, and how best to deal with them. Join senior foreclosure practitioners from across Alberta to discuss recent case law, residential tenants, notices of security interests, condominium caveats, community safety […]
About Faculty About Date: November 22, 2021 Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Price: $95+ GST Explore some of the unusual circumstances that can arise in foreclosure proceedings, and how best to deal with them. Join senior foreclosure practitioners from across Alberta to discuss recent case law, residential tenants, notices of security interests, condominium caveats, community safety […]
About Faculty About Date: November 29, 2021 Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Price: $95+ GST Explore some of the unusual circumstances that can arise in foreclosure proceedings, and how best to deal with them. Join senior foreclosure practitioners from across Alberta to discuss recent case law, residential tenants, notices of security interests, condominium caveats, community safety […]
About Faculty About This program is postponed to March 15, 2022 Date: March 8, 2022 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Venue: The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre Price: $395 + GST This is the in-person (Calgary) registration page for Condominium Law Update. This program is also being offered as a livestream program, as well as an in-person […]
About Faculty About Please Note: This program is now being offered online only as a webinar. Date: March 15, 2022 (Webinar) Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $395 + GST This full-day program will bring you up to speed on recent amendments to the Condominium Property Act and their impact on your day-to-day practice. Topics will […]
About Faculty About Date: April 20, 2022 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Price: $240 + GST Explore red flags and frequently missed issues in residential real estate transactions. Consider your role as […]
About Faculty About Date: May 31, 2022 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Consider the foundational pieces of residential real estate practice. Topics will include: – RPR’s – […]
About Faculty About Date: October 5, 2022 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $445 + GST This is the livestream registration page for Builders’ Liens. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. Effective August 29, 2022 the current Builders’ Lien Act became the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act. Consider how these […]
About Faculty About Date: October 5, 2022 Venue: LESA’s Program Space | Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $445 + GST This is the registration page for Builders’ Liens (Edmonton). This program is also being offered as a livestream program. Effective August 29, 2022 the current Builders’ Lien Act became the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act. Consider how these […]
About Faculty About Date: October 17, 2022 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Lawyers in their first few years of practice may be called upon to advise on residential tenancy matters. The legislation governing residential tenancies and processes for resolving disputes can be confusing. Explore some of the key principles of the Residential Tenancies […]
About Faculty About Date: November 7, 2022 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Relocation clauses in commercial leases give landlords the right to force their tenants to relocate […]
About Faculty About Date: December 5, 2022 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Environmental considerations arise in nearly all real estate transactions and can impose significant obligations for clients. Join an environmental lawyer to gain a better understanding of possible issues and liabilities that may arise as well as learn practical tips for […]
About Faculty About Date: January 17, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Level up your skills in two essential aspects of your role as legal support staff. This webinar will explore the key principles of legal analysis and statutory interpretation as well as provides a how-to for digital file management and organization. […]
About Faculty About Date: January 18, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $95 + GST Explore what a digital transformation encompasses, what it might look like within a law firm, what to consider when embarking on such a transformation, and what resources are required. Review basic technology concepts as they relate to emerging digital tools. […]
About Faculty About Date: January 23, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Learn about common issues arising when advising owners and purchasers of condominium units (residential […]
About Faculty About Date: March 16, 2023 Venue: LESA Program Space | 10088 102 Ave Suite 1401 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $445 + GST This is the registration page for Municipal Law (Edmonton). This program is also being offered as a livestream option. The topics include: Planning – development permits, appeals Encumbrances on title Expropriation Indigenous land […]
About Faculty About Date: March 16, 2023 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $445 + GST This is the registration page for Municipal Law (Livestream). This program is also being offered in Edmonton. The topics include: Planning – development permits, appeals Encumbrances on title Expropriation Indigenous land and municipal issues Taxes Land related claims Intergovernmental relationships *Please Note: Program […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 high conflict personalities. Behaviours that increase conflict can occur it many different settings, including legal disputes, divorce, in the workplace, or in personal relationships. Understanding […]
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 with high conflict personalities. Behaviours that increase conflict can occur it many different settings, including legal disputes, divorce, in the workplace, or in personal relationships. […]
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