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    41st Annual Intensive Advocacy (Calgary)

    SAIT 1301 16 Ave NW, Calgary

    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 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 […]

    $3,595.00

    • Webinar

    Family Maintenance and Support Claims: Testamentary Intentions vs. Moral Obligations (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    Webinar

    Financial Statements: Learning to Swim (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    Doing it Old School: Paper GA Forms in the Digital Age (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    Don’t Stress, Find Success: Modern Law Firm Management (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    When Good Estate Planning Goes Bad: Avoiding Common Mistakes (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    Webinar

    Financial Statements: Deeper Dive (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    Sowing Success: Tax Insights for Farmland Sales and Transfers (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    Effective Legal Support: Contentious Estate Matters (Webinar)

    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 significant impact and be the main source of contact with the lawyer’s clients. This webinar will explore common estate litigation matters, with topics including: An […]

    $95.00
    In-Person

    Alberta Litigation Institute (Calgary)

    BMO Centre at Stampede Park 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

    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 […]

    $858.75 – $1,145.00

    • Webinar

    The Impact of Implicit Bias in the Practice of Law

    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.

    Webinar

    Legal Tech Essentials: Navigating Practice, Document, and Workflow Management (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    In-Person

    LESA’s Refresher 2025: Wills and Estates (Victoria)

    Victoria Conference Centre 720 Douglas Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

    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 […]

    $1,645.00

    • In-Person

    Costs (Edmonton)

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    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 […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
    Livestream

    Costs (Livestream)

    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 […]

    $393.75 – $525.00
    Webinar

    Effective Legal Support: Non-Contentious Estate Matters (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $95.00
    Webinar

    Section 86 Share Exchanges: Tax Considerations for Lawyers (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    Webinar

    Digital Afterlife: Navigating Online Assets in Estate Planning (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00

    • Webinar

    Integrating AI into Legal Practice: Insights into Microsoft Copilot for Modern Legal Practices (Webinar)

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $95.00
    In-Person

    42nd Annual Intensive Advocacy (Calgary)

    SAIT 1301 16 Ave NW, Calgary

    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, […]

    $3,695.00
    Webinar

    Braiding Legal Traditions: Indigenous Laws and the Courts

    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 […]

    Free

    • Webinar

    Alberta’s New Privacy Legislation: What Lawyers Should Know

    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 […]

    $71.25 – $445.00

    • Webinar

    Advising on Section 85 Rollovers: A Practical Approach for Lawyers

    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 these transactions without falling into common traps. Topics will include an overview of section 85 of the Income Tax Act, why section 85 rollovers may […]

    $71.25 – $445.00

    • Livestream

    AGTA for Legal Support Staff

    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 discuss strategies to address them. Enhance the legal support you can provide your lawyer and, ultimately, the client. Topics will include: Desk Applications Applications (by […]

    $545.00 – $2,185.00
    In-Person Livestream

    Questioning

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    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 […]

    $408.75 – $2,185.00

    • Webinar

    Tax-Deferred Share Exchanges Under Section 51: A Primer for Lawyers

    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 of section 51 of the Income Tax Act Key documents for section 51 share exchanges, and practical considerations for lawyers when drafting these documents Common […]

    $71.25 – $445.00
    In-Person Livestream

    Wills

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    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 […]

    $408.75 – $2,185.00

    • In-Person Livestream

    Civil Litigation Strategies

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    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. […]

    $545.00 – $2,185.00

    • Webinar

    Wills and Estates: Case Law Update 2025

    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 […]

    $95.00 – $445.00

    • Webinar

    Unusual Orders in Estate Litigation

    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 […]

    Get Tickets $95.00 – $445.00 969 tickets left
    In-Person Livestream

    Drafting Trusts

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    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 to […]

    Get Tickets $485.00 – $2,185.00 960 tickets left
    Webinar

    From Draft to Deal: How AI Transforms Contract Processes

    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 […]

    Get Tickets $95.00 – $445.00 983 tickets left

    • Webinar

    Running Your First Appeal

    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 […]

    Get Tickets $295.00 – $1,495.00 985 tickets left

    • Webinar

    Intestate Estates: What Every Lawyer Should Know

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Gain the knowledge and confidence to manage intestate estates with ease. This webinar offers practical, step-by-step guidance for lawyers on administering estates without a will. Topics will cover […]

    Get Tickets $95.00 – $445.00 985 tickets left
    In-Person Livestream

    Estate Planning for Blended Families

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Additional information will be added when available. .elementor-266727 .elementor-element.elementor-element-81c4c90{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;padding:0px 0px 0px 0px;}.elementor-266727 .elementor-element.elementor-element-9f5d3da > .elementor-widget-wrap > .elementor-widget:not(.elementor-widget__width-auto):not(.elementor-widget__width-initial):not(:last-child):not(.elementor-absolute){margin-bottom:0px;}.elementor-266727 .elementor-element.elementor-element-9f5d3da > .elementor-element-populated{margin:0px 0px 0px 0px;--e-column-margin-right:0px;--e-column-margin-left:0px;padding:0px 0px 0px 0px;}.elementor-266727 .elementor-element.elementor-element-b58c693 > […]

    Get Tickets $485.00 – $2,185.00 1,027 tickets left

    • Webinar

    Effective Legal Support: Law Office Fundamentals

    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 […]

    Get Tickets $295.00 – $1,495.00 982 tickets left
    Webinar

    Managing Estates with Missing Beneficiaries

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship When beneficiaries cannot be located, estate administration becomes significantly more complex. This webinar equips legal professionals with the tools needed to navigate these challenges effectively, with topics including […]

    Get Tickets $95.00 – $445.00 984 tickets left

    • In-Person Livestream

    Estate Disputes

    LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

    AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Family and other dynamics in estate matters can complicate disputes. This programs aims to equip Alberta lawyers with the tools and strategies that they need to successfully advocate […]

    Get Tickets $485.00 – $2,185.00 1,038 tickets left
    In-Person

    43rd Annual Intensive Advocacy (Calgary)

    SAIT 1301 16 Ave NW, Calgary

    AboutFacultyScheduleAccommodationsMore Info 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 […]

    Sold Out $3,845.00