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 […]
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 […]
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 commercial real estate matters. This program will explore topics that paralegals and legal assistants may encounter, including: title insurance, commercial lending, the role of support […]
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 staff play an integral role in commercial real estate matters. This program will explore topics that paralegals and legal assistants may encounter, including: title insurance, […]
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 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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
AboutFacultySponsorship When residential real estate deals go wrong due to hidden or obvious defects, the legal and financial stakes can be high. This webinar will equip practitioners with the tools […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Are you trying to enforce a judgment for a client and you found land, but someone already registered a mortgage ahead of your client? Or, did your client […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship From the perspective of land surveyors, this presentation examines issues that frequently arise with surveys in residential real estate transactions and real property reports. Looking at real life examples, the presenters provide practical advice on what justifies updating an RPR, what to do if you encounter issues with RPRs, boundary disputes and discrepancies, […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Learn the basics of the powers and limitations to realtors in foreclosures and post foreclosures. This webinar will explore topics such as: What does a King’s Bench Judicial Listing […]
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 […]
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 The AREA contract is the beginning and end of most residential transactions in Alberta. Having a firm knowledge of the entire contract, as recently updated, is key to a great practice but also your business. Learn how to explain things to your real estate agent referral sources, so that they understand and make […]
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, […]
AboutFacultyAgendaMore InfoHotelSponsorship The foundations of residential real estate remain steady, but new trends and technologies continue to reshape how lawyers practice real estate law in city centres and rural areas […]
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 Edwards will begin by exploring how a law office operates, the role support staff play throughout the client file, and the core tools needed to […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Want to draft and revise legal documents faster and more accurately? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Use Microsoft Word’s functions for reviewing documents on screen (split & new window, focus & immersive reader, and read aloud) Optimize how the Microsoft Word interface appears on your screen by modifying display settings […]
AboutTopicsAgendaFacultyMore InfoSponsorship In February 2026, legislative updates in condominium law came into force. This session will dive into how these updates affect condominiums, dispute resolution, developments, and real estate transactions. […]
AboutFacultyMore Info *Attendees of LESA’s 2026 Refresher: Real Estate will get complimentary access to this webinar and subsequent on-demand program (recording and materials). Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction (SARTR) […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Want your legal documents to look polished, consistent, and professionally formatted? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Understand the differences between font, paragraph, and section formatting Use the format painter Insert symbols and create shortcut keys for the ones you use most Add non-breaking spaces and hyphens as well as understand […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Want to master proper formatting techniques that keep your text aligned no matter what? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Set and manipulate tabs Set up signature lines without using underscores or tables Set and manipulate four types of indents and learn how they differ from tabs Create clause libraries and […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Want full control over the organization of your legal documents? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Use section breaks and determine which section breaks are relevant to legal documents Establish complex page numbering schemes Control headers and footers including how to set them up, make them consistent throughout the document, or […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship This webinar will walk participants through the lifecycle of a residential real estate purchase file when acting for the buyer. From the moment the purchase contract is received […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Want to work faster, not harder, by automating tasks in Microsoft Word to save you time and hassle? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Record macros and assign them to buttons and/or speedkeys Automate document generation with Microsoft Word’s mail merge function including how to fill in blanks, calculate text like […]
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