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 […]
Practice Foundations: Corporate Drafting (Edmonton)
LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, CanadaAboutFacultyAgendaSponsorship 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 […]
Practice Foundations: Corporate Drafting (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. You have […]
42nd Annual Intensive Advocacy (Calgary)
SAIT 1301 16 Ave NW, CalgaryAboutFacultyScheduleAccommodations 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, […]
Coercive Control: How to Recognize, Respond, and Prevent Further Harm to Your Family Law Clients (Webinar)
AboutFacultySponsorship Going beyond traditional domestic violence screening, this webinar equips legal professionals with actionable strategies for identifying and addressing coercive control in family law cases. Family lawyers play a critical role in shaping outcomes for victim-survivors of coercive control and post-separation abuse. Yet, without a deep understanding of these dynamics, even well-intentioned legal professionals can […]
Real Estate Transactions Gone Wrong: Patent and Latent Defects (Webinar)
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 to mitigate risk and effectively advocate for clients when defects lead to disputes, with topics including latent versus patent defects, disclosure obligations, and legal remedies […]
Conveyancing
LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, CanadaAboutFacultySponsorshipMore 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
On the Move: Navigating Relocation and Mobility Rights in Family Law
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Navigating relocation and mobility issues in family law can be complex and emotionally charged—especially when parenting time and decision-making authority are at stake. This webinar will explore the […]
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 […]
Assignment of Commercial Leases: A Deep Dive
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 […]
Navigating Federal Court Processes: A Guide for Alberta Lawyers
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Alberta lawyers dealing with matters that fall under federal jurisdiction—such as intellectual property, immigration, and judicial reviews—must understand the unique rules and procedures of the Federal Court. This […]
Effective Legal Support: Drafting Pleadings, Affidavits, and Orders
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Legal support staff play a key role in the litigation process, including with the preparation of court documents. It is important to understand proper formatting, language, and procedural […]
AGTA for Legal Support Staff
LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, CanadaAboutFacultySponsorshipMore 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 […]
Questioning
LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, CanadaAboutFacultyAgendaSponsorshipMore 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 […]
Foreclosures: Navigating Judicial Sales vs. Lender-Owned Sales
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 […]
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 […]
Family Law Conference (Kananaskis)
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore InfoAccommodations Join us in beautiful Kananaskis for a two-day learning and networking event for Alberta’s family law lawyers. Connect with esteemed practitioners from across the province while engaging in […]
Effective Legal Writing (Workshop)
AboutFacultyMore Info No matter what a lawyer is writing — from a research memo to an opinion letter to an argument for court — it needs to be clear and […]
Wills
LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, CanadaAboutFacultySponsorshipMore 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 […]
The Essentials of Disclosure in Criminal Law: Rights, Limits, and Best Practices
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Complete and full disclosure is the backbone of a fair criminal justice process. This webinar will equip criminal law practitioners with essential knowledge regarding their client’s right to […]
Mediation of Family and Divorce Conflicts (Calgary)
AboutFacultyAgendaMore InfoAccommodations Mediation is increasingly important in the practice of family law. Receive 40 hours of intensive, hands-on skills training in this in-depth, 5-day course. Develop the skills, knowledge, and […]
Understanding Condominium Plans: Practical Insights for Lawyers
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 […]
Civil Advocacy: Privilege Issues
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info Privilege mistakes are easy to make—and hard to fix. This webinar breaks down the essentials of privilege in civil litigation so lawyers can spot the risks early and […]
Were they AIPs? A Comprehensive Review of Adult Interdependent Relationships in the Estate Context
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. […]
Rules of Court 2025: Year in Review
AboutFacultySponsorshipMore Info This year-in-review webinar will canvass the various ways that the courts, counsel, and litigants have interpreted the Alberta Rules of Court. Additional information on topics will be added […]
Uncovering the Truth: Finding Hidden Assets in Divorce Matters
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Uncovering hidden assets can be the key to achieving a fair and equitable settlement in divorce matters. This webinar will explore topics including: Red flags and common tactics […]
Traps in Residential Mortgage Instructions: What Lawyers Often Miss
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 […]
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 explores some of these recent legal […]
RPRs: What Legal Support Staff Need to Know
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 […]
Family Law Agreements
LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, CanadaAboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Family law lawyers are frequently tasked with drafting, negotiating, or challenging agreements. Through the lens of common family law agreements, this program will address the following topics: The […]
Through the Eyes of the Child: Navigating Trauma and Attachment in Divorce Cases
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Divorces involving children can be complex, especially so if there are elements of trauma. With an enhanced awareness and understanding of the challenges these dynamics present, legal professionals […]
Coercive Control in Action: Real World Examples and Legal Responses
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Coercive control often hides in plain sight and how it’s handled in family law files can shape a client’s future. This webinar explores real examples of coercive control […]
LESA’s 2026 Refresher: Real Estate (Banff)
AboutFacultyAccommodationsMore InfoSponsorship LESA’s annual Refresher conference is taking place in Banff, Alberta. This year’s focus is on Real Estate. Join us for a few days in the mountains connecting with […]
