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OC-62614-5Personal License $95.00Estate matters, like family law matters, involve other dimensions besides strict legal issues. Past or present family dynamics, historical difficulties among siblings or with parents, and challenges with beneficiaries’ spouses or other family members are but a few of the myriad non-law issues that can arise in the administration of estates. This presentation considers what lawyers can do to navigate such issues, with a view to helping parties avoid litigation. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Administration of Estates on September 16, 2026. Total running time is 1 hour, 3 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62614-4Personal representatives in Alberta occupy a fiduciary position in relation to the estates they administer and the beneficiaries of those estates. A core aspect of that role is the duty to account, which requires personal representatives to maintain proper financial records throughout the administration of the estate. This presentation explores this duty and examines how counsel can advise personal representatives to fulfill their accounting obligations. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Administration of Estates on September 16, 2026. Total running time is 1 hour, 21 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62614-3This presentation explores common tax issues that can arise in the administration of estates. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Administration of Estates on September 16, 2026. Total running time is 1 hour, 9 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62614-2This presentation provides an overview of the grant application process, including both the GA paper forms and the Surrogate Digital System. It focuses on addressing issues “outside” of what is contemplated by the forms. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Administration of Estates on September 16, 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-62614-1Understanding who your client is (and isn’t) is critical in any matter. This is especially true when administering estates. This presentation delves into legal and ethical obligations when taking initial instructions. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Administration of Estates on September 16, 2026. Total running time is 1 hour, 9 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62627Are you an articling student or new to the Alberta bar? This presentation explores practical strategies that can be utilized to navigate the complexities of litigation successfully. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on August 18, 2026. Total running time is 51 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62625What do corporate clients most often ask their lawyers, and what are they really trying to understand? This presentation is designed for articling students and lawyers in their first five years looking to gain insight into common corporate law client questions, from incorporations and governance to financings and transactions. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on August 12, 2026. Total running time is 50 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62612From first meeting to final signature, do you have a clear approach for managing estate planning files? Designed for junior lawyers and students, this presentation offers practical guidance on streamlining the estate planning process while protecting your client at every stage. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on June 29, 2026. Total running time is 1 hour, 14 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62562Personal License $95.00This on-demand program highlights common traps lawyers encounter when acting on mortgage transactions, offering practical guidance on how to spot them, avoid errors, and manage lender relationships effectively. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on December 9, 2025. Total running time is 56 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62548Privilege mistakes are easy to make, and hard to fix. Break down the essentials of privilege in civil litigation so lawyers can spot the risks early and protect their clients. Topics include a review of the types of privilege, key things to consider when deciding whether to invoke privilege, and steps to take if privilege has been claimed improperly or privilege records have inadvertently been disclosed. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on November 19, 2025. 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-62532-5Examine key post questioning steps including giving, answering, and questioning on undertakings, and use of questioning transcripts to further or resolve the litigation matter. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Questioning on September 23, 2025. 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-62532-4Explore the conduct of questioning with topics including introductory matters, framing questions, questioning on documents, marking exhibits, and what to do if you’re told to handhold a witness. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Questioning on September 23, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour, 20 minutes.Choose license This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
