About Faculty About This is the registration page for the in-person program in Edmonton. This program is also being offered online via livestream. This program will examine estate administration procedures for “standard” estates and highlight potential issues for estates with unique considerations; identify common challenges and traps in estate administration and develop strategies to resolve […]
About Faculty About This is the registration page for the livestream session. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. This program will examine estate administration procedures for “standard” estates and highlight potential issues for estates with unique considerations; identify common challenges and traps in estate administration and develop strategies to […]
About Faculty About A strong foundation in expert evidence is critical to being an effective criminal lawyer. Examine strategies that can assist criminal lawyers when navigating this element essential to […]
AboutFaculty Understanding how to act efficiently while complying with ethical requirements is an important aspect of a successful law practice. This webinar examines best practices, procedures, and tips for key areas of practice management including file management, time management, communication, and billing. While all lawyers may benefit from attending this webinar, it is geared towards […]
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 Torrens Conveyancing Protocol. This webinar explores the Protocol, what is and is not covered by the Protocol, and how to follow the Protocol. Common challenges […]
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 […]
AboutFaculty Focusing on the early years of practice, this program will explore the law of judicial review. It will also delve into mechanics and procedure, including statutory and common law requirements. Topics include: The mechanics of a judicial review application and best practices in conducting a judicial review before the court Statutory appeals vs. judicial […]
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 […]
About Faculty Agenda About This is the registration page for Running an Effective Family Law Practice (Edmonton). This program is also being offered online via livestream. Family law lawyers face unique challenges helping clients navigate stressful and emotional life events. Learn the processes, forms, and techniques used by seasoned family law practitioners in this engaging full-day training. […]
About Faculty Agenda About This is the livestream registration page for Running an Effective Family Law Practice. This program is also being offered in Edmonton. Family law lawyers face unique challenges helping clients navigate stressful and emotional life events. Learn the processes, forms, and techniques used by seasoned family law practitioners in this engaging full-day […]
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 […]
AboutFaculty This program is only offered online via livestream. Child support and spousal support are at the heart of many family law matters. This program will review key cases, consider the support guidelines, explore common pitfalls, and identify strategies to address those pitfalls. Topics include: Disclosure Spousal support: entitlement, quantum, duration Child support for adult […]
AboutFaculty The due diligence process in an M&A transaction helps to ensure clients are making well-informed decisions. As a lawyer, it is critical to understand the due diligence process in order to best advise clients. This webinar will examine essential aspects of due diligence, including: Due diligence planning Data rooms Public searches Due diligence issues […]
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 […]
AboutFaculty Timely and comprehensive preparation is key to running a successful regulatory hearing. Regulatory tribunals play an important role in ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, conducting investigations, issuing various permits and approvals, and adjudicating disputes. This webinar will examine key topics for lawyers to consider when engaged in regulatory litigation matters, including: Nature and scope […]
AboutFaculty From the defence perspective, this webinar will explore the practicalities of sentencing, including: What to gather for the sentencing (e.g. exhibits, caselaw, written submissions, restitution, references) How to prepare your client for sentencing Review of facts or creating an Agreed Statement of Facts How to structure the sentencing submissions to address all the key […]
AboutFaculty This webinar will explore common issues in M&A transactions, with topics including: Representations and warranties insurance Preclosing restructuring Regulatory considerations Financing / vendor takeback Foreign investment / competition Partial ownership Buying with shares __ *Please Note: Program formats and dates are subject to change. Prices are subject to GST. If multiple lawyers or staff members […]
AboutFaculty Helping your business clients navigate the Tax on Split Income (TOSI) rules can be complicated. Using examples, this webinar will discuss the 2017 amendments to TOSI rules and implications for clients and their legal advisers. It will also address ways that entrepreneurs can distribute profits and remain compliant with the Income Tax Act. __ […]
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 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 […]
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, […]
AboutFaculty This webinar will explore key documents in M&A transactions and their purpose, including: Purchase and sale agreements Asset and share agreements Key provisions such as conditions, representations and warranties, indemnities, and covenants Working capital Transition services Employment Service / Sales Non-Competes Leases Consents __ *Please Note: Program formats and dates are subject to change. Prices […]
AboutFaculty This webinar will explore post-closing considerations and potential pitfalls when closing an M&A transaction, with topics including: Regulatory consents Third-party consents Flow of funds Trust conditions Closing mechanics Post-closing […]
AboutFaculty Are you an articling student or new to the Alberta bar? Join us to explore practical strategies to navigate the complexities of litigation successfully, with topics including: Tips for interviewing clients and client management Preparing affidavits Effective oral and written advocacy File management strategies __ *Please Note: Program formats and dates are subject to change. […]
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 […]
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 ensure they are providing comprehensive and accurate advice to protect the interests of their clients. This webinar will explore some of the complexities of FMS […]
AboutFacultyAgenda This is the in-person registration page for Employment Law Fundamentals in Edmonton. We are also offering this program as a livestream program. Having a solid foundation of employment law […]
AboutFacultyAbout This is the registration page for the livestream session. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. Having a solid foundation of employment law principles […]
AboutFaculty Civil litigators deal with a multitude of ethical dilemmas in their day to day practice. This webinar will explore common ethical issues litigators may face, with topics including: Dealing with experts Dealing with difficult counsel Dealing with difficult clients “Fair dealing” with self-represented litigants __ *Please Note: Program formats and dates are subject to change. […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 and considers their practical implications. The cases discussed will include comments on the application of condominium bylaws in relation to legal claims, the different obligations […]
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 description of gifts and effective strategies to avoid them. __ *Please Note: Program formats and dates are subject to change. Prices are subject to GST. This […]
AboutFaculty As more and more workplaces develop anti-racism policies and look to shift their systems and culture, it is imperative that lawyers who handle employment, human rights, or workplace investigation matters stay up to date on the law and related practice. Through the lens of cognitive bias and theory, explore relevant human rights jurisprudence and […]
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 […]
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 clients maximize value and minimize tax burdens in agricultural property deals. While the focus will be on sales and transfers to third parties, there will […]
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. Delve into the statutory regimes and common law jurisprudence for business insolvencies and personal bankruptcies. This program will identify common issues and strategies […]
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. Delve into the statutory regimes and common law jurisprudence for business insolvencies and personal bankruptcies. This program will identify common issues and strategies to address them […]
AboutFacultySponsorship Understanding contempt is essential to preserving the integrity of the justice system. Join us for an exploration of the law of contempt of court, where we’ll unravel the complexities […]
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. […]
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 […]
AboutFacultySponsorship Gain crucial insights into how personality disorders can influence criminal court proceedings. This webinar will unpack the impact of personality disorders to strengthen your understanding of the nuances related […]
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 […]
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 […]
AboutFacultyTopicsAgendaSponsorship 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. This program […]
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 […]
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 to navigate the tax implications, avoid common pitfalls, and structure share exchanges effectively to confidently advise your clients. __ *Please Note: Program formats and dates are […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. You have […]
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