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OC-62450-3The number of complaints being made to bodies regulating professionals in Alberta is increasing, with highly regarded, skilled and ethical professionals having complaints made against them. Explore basic principles that can be useful when defending regulatory complaints against professionals in Alberta. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Civil Litigation: Practice Essentials for Lawyers in the First 10 Years on September 26, 2024. Total running time is 1 hour.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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62462.07Administrative law reflects the balance between the rule of law and the authority of parliament and legislatures to establish agencies and to endow them with broad powers. Good advocacy is as important in administrative law as in civil or criminal litigation. However, there are important differences and areas worth emphasizing that are unique to administrative proceedings. This paper considers the key principles of: statutory interpretation, advocacy in the context of adjudicative decision makers, advocacy for judicial review, and advocacy for appeals to court from administrative tribunals. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Alberta Litigation Institute program in Calgary on March 6–7, 2025.
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OC-62248-4Explore topics in estate litigation such as settlement agreements, indemnities, costs, and PR compensation. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person session on April 30, 2022, as part of LESA’s Refresher 2022: Wills and Estates. Total running time is 49 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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61839.05The author discusses two common options used to enable aging persons to live on their own for as long as possible: Life Leases and Reverse Mortgages (also known as Home Equity Conversion Mortgages). Using a unique question and answer technique, the author effectively addresses many of the questions a practitioner might have when advising clients about the options for securing reliable source of income for the balance of their lives. Drawing on papers previously prepared for the CMHC, case studies are also used to demonstrate the application of these strategies. This paper was drawn from materials presented at the Advising an Aging Population seminar held in May 2012.
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62451.07The purchase and sale agreement is a document that facilitates a diverse range of transactions, from simple home purchases to highly complex commercial property sales. Effectively representing one’s client in real estate deals involves a familiarity with the areas of law that govern the agreements and an awareness of the breadth of due diligence activities required to ensure transactional transparency and representational accuracy. This paper explores key aspects of a purchase and sale agreement, focusing on due diligence, conditions, and representations and warranties. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Real Estate Conference program in Kananaskis on October 18 – 19, 2024.
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61936.03Matrimonial property distribution and income calculation for the purposes of child and spousal support can be complicated when agricultural assets and farm-related income are involved. Under the heading “valuating farm or agricultural assets”, the author discusses mines and minerals, royalties, farm equipment, and tools. Under the heading “determining farm income”, she details the information required before evaluating agricultural income for the purposes of calculating support.This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s All That Touches Family Law program in September, 2015.
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62377.09This paper explores considerations for legal professionals when lending or enforcing on a farm operation and delves into a variety of topics including what constitutes an agricultural lending matter; farm lending; due diligence; typical loan and security terms, and considerations unique to agricultural matters; and normal enforcement steps and additional enforcement steps specific to farm operations. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Corporate/Commercial Refresher: Transactions and Litigation program in Lake Louise from May 2–5, 2024.
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62410.05Understanding the kinds of applications that can proceed as adult guardianship and trusteeship “desk applications” is paramount for lawyers and their clients. This paper considers the mechanisms for initial applications for guardianship and trusteeship, review applications, and examination and approval of trusteeship accounts. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Practice Foundations: Adult Guardianships and Trusteeships program in Edmonton on May 28, 2024.
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OC-62272-4Examine precedents that could be used in matters dealing with represented adults and identify when to use them. Review sample letters and paragraphs that could be included in an application. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person session on May 27, 2022, as part of our AGTA for Legal Support Staff program. Total running time is 1 hour, 35 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62272-1Explore the differences between guardianship and trusteeship. Review topics such as continuum of supervision, capacity, and different types of applications. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person session on May 27, 2022, as part of our AGTA for Legal Support Staff program. Total running time is 57 minutes.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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62272.03These materials consist of precedents that could be used in matters dealing with represented adults. Precedents include sample letter to the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee, sample letter to adult, sample letter to other family members and interested parties, and sample paragraphs that could be included in an application. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s AGTA for Legal Support Staff program in Edmonton on May 27, 2022.
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62248.25This paper provides a general overview of the current AISH legislation, followed by a discussion of a number of planning options and income tax issues to be considered in a variety of circumstances This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s 2022 Refresher: Wills and Estates program in Banff on April 29-May 2, 2022.
