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OC-62593-4Learn 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 when they’re appropriate in legal documents; Modify paragraph alignment and line spacing and utilize automatic paragraph spacing; Automatically hold titles and paragraphs together on a page to avoid page breaks occurring in unwanted locations; Hold the lines of a paragraph (or footnote) together; Create better page breaks and avoid an unwanted blank page in the middle of a document. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on June 10, 2026. Total running time is 1 hour, 5 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62599-5You have been to Chambers, you have your order. Now what? This panel discussion considers next steps and things to watch out for. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Effective Chambers Advocacy 2026 on May 14, 2026. Total running time is 45 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62599-4This Oral Advocacy session provides participants with a behind-the-scenes view of the judge’s perspective on chamber’s applications, ranging from how judges prepare to what is effective advocacy. The session addresses best practices for advocacy in regular civil chambers, on ex-parte applications, and for special applications. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Effective Chambers Advocacy 2026 on May 14, 2026. Total running time is 1 hour, 30 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62599-3In this presentation, you will hear what Justices expect of counsel so that you can prepare effectively and efficiently for oral and written advocacy in Chambers. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Effective Chambers Advocacy 2026 on May 14, 2026. Total running time is 1 hour, 8 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62599-2From the perspective of a Justice, this presentation explores why written advocacy matters in Chambers, including what the judge’s role is as well as what your role is as the lawyer. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Effective Chambers Advocacy 2026 on May 14, 2026. Total running time is 57 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62599-1This demonstration begins with a mock contested application designed to highlight effective Chambers advocacy, followed by a mock without notice application designed to highlight key points of concern when judicial relief is sought against a party who is not aware of the application. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Effective Chambers Advocacy 2026 on May 14, 2026. Total running time is 57 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62593-3Use 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; Select text in new ways with advanced techniques; Use the bookmark feature when drafting legal documents; Use Microsoft Word’s advanced features for cut, copy, and paste (without creating a formatting disaster); Enable Microsoft Word’s multiple (24) clipboards; Use sophisticated search techniques to find and/or replace text; Customize the editor tool for enhanced spellcheck, auto correct, grammar check, and thesaurus. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on May 20, 2026. Total running time is 58 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62580The roles and responsibilities carried out by legal support staff are integral to a successful law practice. This presentation introduces essential skills for effective legal support work. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on May 13, 2026. Total running time is 2 hours, 19 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62596-6This panel discussion explores common evidentiary issues and provides answers to typical questions that may arise regarding these issues. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Evidence Refresher on April 23, 2026. Total running time is 39 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62596-5This presentation reviews the applicability and effect of the rule in Browne v Dunn, with topics including: what it is; when it applies; and what impact it has on proceedings where it is invoked. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Evidence Refresher on April 23, 2026. Total running time is 45 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62596-4The impeachment of witnesses is a critical component of successful cross-examination. The presentation covers the various forms of impeachment, how to undertake forms of impeachment and the law, rules, ethics and practical considerations that practitioners should consider before engaging in impeachment. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Evidence Refresher on April 23, 2026. Total running time is 55 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62596-3The default rule for the introduction of evidence at trial is that it must be given in person by a witness present in the courtroom, and available for cross-examination by parties adverse in interest to the party calling that witness. However, there are occasions where evidence can go in in an alternate manner. This presentation discusses some of the exceptions allowed by the Alberta Rules of Court. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Evidence Refresher on April 23, 2026. Total running time is 33 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
