About Faculty About Date: June 10, 2022 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $355 + GST This is the registration page for Family Law Issues for Paralegals (Livestream). This program is also being offered as a in-person program in Edmonton. Explore common issues that may arise when working on family law files as well as strategies […]
About Faculty About Date: October 13, 2022 Venue: LESA’s Program Space | 10088 102 Ave Suite 1401 Time: 9:00AM – 4:30PM Price: $400 + GST This is the in-person registration page for Divorce Law for Legal Support Staff (Edmonton). We are also offering this program in Calgary. This program will be offered as an in-person program only. […]
About Faculty About Date: October 19, 2022 Venue: The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre | 1000 Glenmore Ct SE Time: 9:00AM – 4:30PM Price: $400 + GST This is the in-person registration page for Divorce Law for Legal Support Staff (Calgary). We are also offering this program in Edmonton. This program will be offered as an in-person program […]
About Faculty About Date: January 17, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Level up your skills in two essential aspects of your role as legal support staff. This webinar will explore the key principles of legal analysis and statutory interpretation as well as provides a how-to for digital file management and organization. […]
About Faculty About Date: January 18, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $95 + GST Explore what a digital transformation encompasses, what it might look like within a law firm, what to consider when embarking on such a transformation, and what resources are required. Review basic technology concepts as they relate to emerging digital tools. […]
About Faculty About The Edmonton session of this program is sold out. Space is still available in Calgary. This program will be offered as an in-person program only. We will not be offering this program via livestream. Date: February 9, 2023 Venue: LESA’s Program Space | 1401, 10088 102 Avenue NW Time: 9:00 AM–4:30 PM Price: $400 + […]
About Faculty About Date: February 22, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Adoptions are unique from other family law applications. This webinar will explore key adoption law topics for legal support staff, including: An overview of the legal context of adoptions Suggestions for streamlining the use and understanding of adoption forms An explanation of the […]
About Faculty About Date: February 23, 2023 Venue: Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre | 1000 Glenmore Ct SE Time: 9:00 AM–4:30 PM Price: $400 + GST This is the registration page for Commercial and Corporate Transactions for Legal Support Staff (Calgary). This program is also being offered in Edmonton. This program will be offered as an in-person program […]
About Faculty About Date: March 10, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Explore the practical aspects of entering judgment (consent, default, and summary judgment) with a focus on debt claims. Topics will include: The Civil Enforcement Act generally and which aspects apply to everyday enforcement proceedings Garnishment and how exemptions factor into enforcement […]
About Faculty About Date: March 17, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST Building upon the foundations of judgment enforcement and going deeper into the practical aspects of enforcement, this webinar will consider strategies along with common traps to avoid. Topics will include: Seizures of personal property in writ proceedings Part 7 […]
About Faculty About Date: May 17, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price: $95 + GST Is technology serving you, or are you a servant to technology? Today, legal professionals are constantly distracted by legal technology, connectivity, electronic case information and discovery, and information overload… email, instant messaging, social media, phone calls, interruptions, etc. Lawyers switch tasks on the […]
About Faculty About Date: May 26, 2023 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $400 + GST This is the livestream registration page for Law Office Fundamentals for Legal Support Staff. This program is also being offered in Edmonton. The roles and responsibilities carried out by legal support staff are integral to a successful law practice. This […]
About Faculty About Date: May 26, 2023 Venue: LESA’s Program Space | Suite 1401 – 10088 102 Ave Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price: $400 + GST This is the Edmonton registration page for Law Office Fundamentals for Legal Support Staff. This program is also being offered as a livestream option. The roles and responsibilities carried […]
About Faculty Sponsorship About Legal support staff play an important role in identifying frequently missed issues in residential real estate transactions. This webinar will explore strategies and best practices to […]
About Faculty Sponsorship About A busy housing market poses unique challenges for legal support staff that require a unique approach to navigate for a successful real estate transaction. This webinar […]
About Faculty About This is the registration page for Dealing with High Conflict Personalities (Edmonton). This program is also being offered as a livestream option. Gain insight and confidence when dealing with high conflict personalities. Behaviours that increase conflict can occur it many different settings, including legal disputes, divorce, in the workplace, or in personal relationships. […]
About Faculty About This is the livestream registration page for Dealing with High Conflict Personalities. This program is also being offered in Edmonton. Gain insight and confidence when dealing with high conflict personalities. Behaviours that increase conflict can occur it many different settings, including legal disputes, divorce, in the workplace, or in personal relationships. Understanding […]
About Faculty About Legal documents frequently require complex formatting. Legal users often find Microsoft Word to be a constant source of frustration. It’s the primary tool used to produce work product, yet many feel it works against them. This webinar explores common legal drafting problems and teaches tips and techniques to utilize Microsoft Word efficiently and […]
About Faculty About Excel Learn the powerful ways that Microsoft Excel can improve your work product, make your practice more efficient, and save you time. Many legal professionals either underutilize Excel or don’t use it at all. This portion of the webinar will cover topics applicable across a variety of practice areas, including how to […]
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 benefits of effectively utilizing AI in your legal practice are enormous, it can be challenging to keep up with the legal and ethical issues. The […]
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 […]
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 […]
AboutFaculty Due to the dynamic nature of civil litigation matters, the role of legal support staff can be challenging. This webinar will examine current topics of interest in navigating these challenges: An overview of the King’s Bench Filing Digital Service Current available services with the Filing Digital Service, including a comparison between Edmonton and Calgary […]
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 and find out how the LESA Library can save you time and enhance your practice with quality resources and downloadable precedents (categorized by area of […]
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. Topics include: How to build a dynamic digital resource library using Microsoft OneNote How to transform a chaotic schedule into a structured, collaborative success using Microsoft […]
AboutFaculty From the perspective of a family law practitioner, a family law paralegal, and Judicial Clerks from the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta, this webinar will explore the fundamentals […]
AboutFaculty This multifaceted program will ensure participants leave with a well-rounded toolkit to excel in the dynamic field of family law. Explore key topics for legal support staff through this […]
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 lieu of using the Surrogate Digital Service (SDS). Since most grant applications are now done through the SDS, it is uncommon to need to use […]
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 […]
AboutFacultyAgendaTopics 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. Legal support staff play a critical role in the civil litigation process. This program will examine civil procedure issues that legal support […]
AboutFacultyAgendaTopics 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. Legal support staff play a critical role in the civil litigation process. This program will examine civil procedure issues that legal support staff may encounter and […]
AboutFacultySponsorship Understanding the intricacies of dividends, distributions, and share redemptions is essential for keeping corporate records spotless and ensuring compliance. This webinar equips legal support staff with the tools and know-how to confidently navigate these critical corporate procedures, with topics including: Overview of dividends General dividend drafting considerations Types of dividends Redemption and repurchase This […]
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 […]
AboutFacultySponsorship If you provide support to your lawyer on corporate reorganizations, you won’t want to miss this webinar. Increase your understanding of the process to boost efficiency and overall success of the file. This webinar will explore common types of corporate reorganizations, including amalgamations and share exchanges, and it will examine strategies for drafting and […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 requirements for these documents. This webinar will explore practical tips and potential pitfalls for legal support staff to consider when drafting pleadings, affidavits, and orders. […]
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 […]
AboutFacultyTopicsMore InfoSponsorship The ways that legal support staff assist lawyers and clients have never been more important. This full-day program will look at timely topics to help legal assistants, paralegals, […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship By exploring practical examples for onboarding a new client and managing a legal matter from start to finish, this webinar will walk participants through how to design clear, […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship The Hague Convention can present complex challenges for legal professionals. This webinar will provide an overview of key Hague processes, including communication with the Alberta Central Authority, the […]
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 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 […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Assessing risk in commercial contracts in a procurement, supply chain, contract management, or other non-lawyer role can be complex and difficult. Using the right risk framework and tools can help! This webinar is designed to give paralegals, contract managers, and other support staff practical insights in how to deal with contracts the right […]
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, […]
AboutFacultyMore InfoSponsorship Are you an assistant, paralegal, or legal professional looking to understand the fundamentals of criminal law? This webinar provides a practical overview of the criminal process, from the moment of arrest to final sentencing. Topics include: Police procedures, such as arrest, charges, and release orders Essential documents, including warrants, bail conditions, and sentencing […]
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