AboutFacultyMore Info This 12-part webinar series delivers practical knowledge and hands-on skills so you can draft, edit, and format documents with confidence in Microsoft Word. You’ll learn strategies and tools […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Are you an articling student or new to the Alberta bar? This webinar will explore practical strategies that can be utilized to navigate the complexities of litigation successfully, […]
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 […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Designed for legal support staff, this webinar will provide a practical overview of: The civil enforcement process after judgment Including enforcement options Procedural steps Client communication The role […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) are a foundational tool for protecting confidential information, but their effectiveness depends on both how they are drafted and how they are enforced. This webinar […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship 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 […]
AboutTopicsFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Business issues frequently arise in family law matters, but some family lawyers may find themselves struggling to understand them or to advance their clients’ interests. They may also […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Referrals remain one of the most effective and sustainable ways to grow a legal practice, yet many lawyers encounter consistent barriers to generating and maintaining referral relationships. This session will examine referral development through a strategic and practical lens, focusing on how lawyers can position themselves as trusted referral recipients. Topics include: Roadblocks […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship In any estate planning matter, being aware of potential tax issues, including when to engage a tax professional, is critical. This program will address common issues and help you develop strategies to address them. Topics will include: Transitioning corporations to the next generation Issues with non-resident heirs Taxes after death: What you should […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship In corporate and commercial transactions, being aware of potential tax issues, including when to engage a tax professional, is critical. This program will address common tax issues and help you develop strategies to address them. Topics will include: Asset sales, share sales, earnouts, restrictive covenants, and initial structure Issues with non-arm’s length transactions […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Sponsorship With the courts under more strain, litigants are increasingly turning to private resolution options. This comes with opportunities and potential traps for lawyers navigating litigation matters. Develop and enhance the skills you need to successfully guide your clients through arbitrated proceedings and/or build your practice as an arbitrator. Topics will include: Key […]
AboutAgendaFacultyHotelMore InfoSponsorship How you prepare for trial, lead evidence, get the admissions you need, and help the trier of fact understand your theory of the case is critical. Learning the […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Want to unlock the full power of Microsoft Word and take control of your document’s appearance? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Differentiate between direct formatting and styles formatting Open and configure the styles pane to easily apply and modify styles Customize the default styles Understand the Normal style and why […]
AboutFacultyTopicsMore InfoSponsorship The implementation of the Court of King’s Bench’s Family Focused Protocol (FFP) means that Alberta lawyers and legal support staff need to adapt how they navigate family law […]
AboutFacultyMore Info This webinar introduces Gladue factors and their application in sentencing and bail. It will provide a brief historical overview, strategies for effective advocacy, and guidance on using Gladue […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Want to build reliable, professional numbering systems in your legal documents? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Properly construct and apply different single or multi-level paragraph numbering schemes Modify numbering schemes already in a document Key takeaways: Establish any type of single or multi-level automatic paragraph numbering scheme in a new […]
AboutTopicsFacultyMore Info This program is proudly offered in collaboration with the University of Alberta, Faculty of Law and the Centre for Constitutional Studies. Join leading scholars and practitioners in examining pressing and evolving issues in Canadian constitutional law. Topics will include: Legal Pluralism, One Judicial System: When and How Canadian Courts Engage with Indigenous Laws […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Estate matters do not always proceed smoothly. Disputes between executors, requests for early distributions, estate loans, and accounting challenges can quickly complicate an estate and increase the risk […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Many organizations, including law firms, understand the importance of cybersecurity but struggle with where to start. This presentation highlights why incident response planning is essential for law firms and provides practical guidance for building a clear, actionable response plan. .elementor-266763 .elementor-element.elementor-element-2c923fc{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;padding:0px 0px 0px 0px;}.elementor-266763 .elementor-element.elementor-element-86f1c26 > .elementor-widget-wrap > .elementor-widget:not(.elementor-widget__width-auto):not(.elementor-widget__width-initial):not(:last-child):not(.elementor-absolute){margin-block-end:0px;}.elementor-266763 .elementor-element.elementor-element-86f1c26 > .elementor-element-populated{margin:0px 0px […]
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AboutFacultyMore Info Want to master advanced numbering and cross-referencing in legal documents? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Differentiate between multi-level lists and list styles Modify styles and attach paragraph numbers to them Create automatic cross references Key takeaways: Learn the best way to set up paragraph numbering schemes, store them, re-use them, […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Family law frequently intersects with wills and estates practice. What implications exist if a person dies while in the process of separation or divorce? What if the person […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Following the Supreme Court of Canada’s landmark decision in Ahluwalia v Ahluwalia, family lawyers must be prepared to recognize, assess, and respond to tort claims arising from family […]
AboutFacultyAgendaMore InfoAccommodations Note: There is no pre-requisite for LESA’s Mediation of Family and Divorce Conflicts course. Mediation is increasingly important in the practice of family law. Receive 40 hours of […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Designed for legal assistants and paralegals, this webinar will explore how to support wills, enduring power of attorney, and personal directive matters efficiently, avoid common errors, and keep […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Do you know how to set up line numbers in pleadings? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Set up line numbers in pleadings using a provided template Generate an automatic table of contents Control the formatting of a table of contents Create multiple tables of contents from different parts of a […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Legal support staff play an integral role in commercial real estate matters. Ensuring they have a solid understanding of the how’s and the why’s is vital. This program […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship This webinar will explore recent family law decisions, highlighting key rulings and their practical implications for family practitioners. Additional information on the topics will be added once available. […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Join us for this annual update highlighting important developments affecting the Rules of Court over the past year. Using recent cases and procedural issues, this webinar will focus on how the courts are interpreting and applying the Rules in practice, and what that means for litigators. This session is designed to keep litigators […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Unless real estate lawyers personally own a new home, most of their dealings with new home warranty issues relate to their clients’ new homes. This presentation will cover […]
AboutFacultyMore Info Want to save hours of tedious work? In this webinar, you will learn how to: Generate an automatic table of authorities with a provided sample appellate brief Control the formatting of a table of authorities How to fix a mistake in identifying a citation Key takeaways: Learn how to do arguably the hardest […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Municipal law touches nearly every aspect of local governance and community life. This program offers a practical overview of key issues in municipal law, focusing on the legal relationships between municipalities, landowners, developers, businesses, and members of the public. Attendees will gain insight into the bylaw passing powers municipalities exercise under provincial legislation, […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship When a farmer, rancher, or other rural landowner is approached by an oil and gas operator seeking access to their land, the compensation question is rarely straightforward. This webinar provides a practical, compensation-focused overview of the Surface Rights Act as it applies to rights of way, right of entry orders, and negotiated surface leases in […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Certain issues regularly come up when dealing with wills and powers of attorney. This program explores many of those issues with advice or comments on each and references […]
AboutFacultyTravel & HotelMore InfoSponsorship Family law practice in Alberta continues to evolve and it is imperative for lawyers to stay up-to-date with developments in substantive law and procedure. Join esteemed […]
AboutFacultyMore Info This program is proudly offered in collaboration with the Court of Appeal of Alberta. Effective appellate advocacy requires an understanding of court procedures/processes and the development of strong advocacy skills. Enhance your appellate practice and learn tips and strategies to be a better advocate. Hear from judges from the Court of Appeal of […]
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