AboutFacultySponsors It is important for lawyers to understand how they can embrace a partnership with AI given its rapid advancement and evolving impacts on the legal profession. While the potential […]
About Faculty Accommodations About This is the registration page for Practice Foundations: Cross-Examinations in Calgary. This program is also being offered in Edmonton. Understanding and mastering the art of cross-examination is critical in any trial setting. This program will address foundational theory and explore practical applications. Topics include: the theory of cross-examination within the adversarial […]
About Faculty About This is the registration page for Practice Foundations: Cross-Examinations in Edmonton. This program is also being offered in Calgary. Understanding and mastering the art of cross-examination is critical in any trial setting. This program will address foundational theory and explore practical applications. Topics include: the theory of cross-examination within the adversarial advocacy […]
AboutFaculty This year-in-review webinar will canvas the judicial and legislative treatment of the amended Trustee Act. Topics include: Additional amendments to the Trustee Act Recent amendments to the Estate Administration […]
AboutFaculty Are you curious if the LESA Library could benefit your practice? Are you a current subscriber and wonder if you’re using the platform to its full potential? Join us […]
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. […]
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 […]
AboutFaculty As part of their clients’ estate planning, lawyers often provide advice related to advance care planning. Yet, the intersecting roles of lawyers and health care providers in this area […]
AboutFacultySponsor This is the in-person registration page for The Next Level: Elevating Your Practice in Estate Litigation in Edmonton. We are also offering this program as a livestream program The […]
AboutFacultySponsor This is the livestream registration page for The Next Level: Elevating Your Practice in Estate Litigation. If you would like to purchase an in-person ticket to this program, please […]
AboutFaculty This is the registration page for the livestream session. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. More and more, people are losing capacity without […]
AboutFaculty This is the registration page for the in-person program in Edmonton. This program is also being offered online via livestream. More and more, people are losing capacity without doing estate planning, precipitating the need for guardianship and trusteeship for their affairs to be managed. Further, the rise in young adults who require extra help, […]
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 […]
AboutFaculty It is important for lawyers to understand the nuances of family maintenance and support (FMS) claims to effectively advise their clients on how to structure their affairs, and to […]
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 […]
AboutFaculty In order to handle estate administration files efficiently and avoid potential pitfalls, it is important for practitioners to understand situations that require paper filing of the GA forms in […]
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 […]
AboutFaculty Mistakes can happen in estate planning, even for experienced lawyers. This webinar will explore common everyday mistakes that lawyers might make in relation to giftover drafting, charity beneficiaries, and […]
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 […]
AboutFacultySponsorship Unlock key tax strategies every lawyer should know when handling farmland transactions. From capital gains exemptions to intergenerational transfers, this webinar will equip you with the tools to help […]
AboutFacultySponsorship Legal assistants and paralegals play an integral role in wills and estates practices. A well-managed estates practice is an area of law where legal support staff can have a […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
AboutFacultyTopicsAgendaTravel & HotelSponsors Join us at the Victoria Conference Centre in Victoria, BC for a multi-day networking and learning event for wills and estates practitioners. Topics will include: Assessing and Arguing Capacity in Non-Standard Transactions The Lawyer as Witness: Privilege and Waiver in Life and Death Cross-Border Considerations for Albertans Owning Assets in British Columbia […]
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 […]
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 […]
AboutFacultySponsorship Estate matters may be ‘non-contentious,’ but navigating them efficiently requires precision and expertise. This webinar will equip legal support staff with the essential knowledge and practical skills to streamline estate administration and avoid common pitfalls, with topics including: The role of legal support staff An overview of surrogate forms for non-contentious matters Key changes […]
AboutFacultySponsorship Understanding Section 86 share exchanges is crucial for lawyers advising clients on corporate reorganizations, estate freezes, and tax-efficient succession planning. This webinar will equip you with the practical knowledge […]
AboutFacultySponsorship From cryptocurrencies to social media accounts, digital assets are becoming a crucial part of estate planning and it is important that wills and estates practitioners understand how to address them. Join this webinar to learn how to protect, manage, and transfer digital assets effectively in estate plans. __ *Please Note: Program formats and dates are […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Section 85 rollovers are a powerful tool for tax-deferred transfers—if you know how to use them properly. This webinar gives lawyers the tools to confidently structure and document […]
AboutFacultyTopicsSponsorshipMore Info Review common applications under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA), from desk applications to in-court matters. This program will explore issues that may affect the applications and […]
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 […]
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info It is important for lawyers advising on estate freezes, succession planning, and business restructurings to understand section 51 share exchanges. This webinar will explore topics including: An overview […]
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info The first years of practice can be both rewarding and challenging. Lawyers with a wills and estates practice need to understand the law and its application across a […]
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Can adult interdependent partners (AIPs) “live together” without actually living together? It’s a question that has sparked ongoing debate among family law practitioners and wills and estates practitioners. […]
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. As lawyers strive for excellence in the courtroom and in pre-trial processes, they not only build their own confidence and grow their practice, they also […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship In recent years, the Alberta courts have provided counsel with helpful guidance for solicitors and litigators practicing in wills and estates. This webinar will explore recent case law from […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Estate litigation often involves standard applications. But what happens when the matter calls for something less conventional? This practical webinar will explore less common, yet powerful, court orders that estate litigators may encounter or strategically utilize. It will unpack the legal foundations, procedural considerations, and tactical implications of these unusual remedies. .elementor-266763 .elementor-element.elementor-element-2c923fc{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;padding:0px […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Whether drafting your first trust or your hundredth, foundational drafting principles apply. This program will explore a variety of contexts where trusts are used. Topics include: Drafting trusts […]
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 more. This webinar will explore how to automate every phase of the contract—from drafting to renewal—while ensuring accuracy and compliance. In this session, we’ll break […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Administering an Alberta estate becomes more complex when the personal representative lives outside the province—or outside Canada altogether. As families become increasingly mobile and geographically dispersed, these situations […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Want to know how to personalize Microsoft Word’s defaults and get the tools you need in just one click? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Customize the interface for a legal user Change default formatting in new documents Fix default formatting in existing documents Customize Microsoft Word’s default template (Normal.dotm) Change […]
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 lawyers new to appellate advocacy or for lawyers looking for a refresher on appellate advocacy, with a focus on drafting effective factums, honing written advocacy […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Ever wonder how legal professionals can work securely and effectively in Microsoft Word? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Meet your obligations under Code of Conduct rule 3.3-1 Navigate security issues with metadata, encryption, and compatibility mode Use track changes to indicate your proposed changes to a document Add, resolve, hide, […]
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