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62497.02This paper examines relevant rules and judicial authorities that have interpreted or affected the application of some of these rules. It is intended to facilitate the resolution of costs issues, guide counsel in the preparation of submissions for costs assessments, and suggest arguments that might otherwise be overlooked. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Costs program in Edmonton on May 6, 2025.
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62497.03Under the Arbitration Act, there are two provisions which have direct application to the issue of costs: sections 53 and 55. A few other provisions might be engaged in certain circumstances. This paper reviews that statutory authority and considers how it might inform or shape arguments relating to costs in arbitration proceedings. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Costs program in Edmonton on May 6, 2025.
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62497.04This paper explores the law of costs in Alberta through the dual lenses of Schedule C of the Alberta Rules of Court and the post-McCallister case law. Topics covered include a discussion of costs generally, settlement using court process, treble costs for unproven fraud, the inflationary factor, multiples of tariff amounts, lump sum costs, percentage indemnity, and tips for litigators. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Costs program in Edmonton on May 6, 2025.
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62497.05Costs incentivize parties to settle and the risk or fear of costs can be used as part of a broader litigation strategy to encourage settlement early in the dispute process. This paper explores formal offers to settle and Calderbank offers and provides a comparison of the two options, along with factors to consider when deciding which to employ and when. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Costs program in Edmonton on May 6, 2025.
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62497.06Should costs in family law matters be treated differently than in regular civil litigation matters? This paper explores the issue and provides a roadmap of costs considerations on interim applications, at trial, and in arbitrations. It also provides helpful tips when making cost submissions in family law matters. These materials are part of a collection presented at LESA’s Costs program in Edmonton on May 6, 2025.
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OC-62474-5In this panel discussion, each panelist discusses the top things they wish they had known early on in their family law practices about spousal support. A brief questions and answers period is included at the end of the panel discussion. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Family Law 25 on May 27, 2025. Total running time is 30 minutes.
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OC-62474-4Explore the standard of care in collaborative processes, whether parties can be compelled into arbitration, whether counsel can exert pressure on clients to mediate or settle, whether agreements reached in mediation are binding, the standard of appeal for arbitration, and ethical obligations to screen for family violence. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Family Law 25 on May 27, 2025. Total running time is 57 minutes.
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OC-62474-3Explore various concepts including retroactive child support, the DBS factors, adult children, and imputation of income. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Family Law 25 on May 27, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour, 3 minutes.
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OC-62474-2Explore the intersection of sections 7 and 8 of the Family Property Act. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Family Law 25 on May 27, 2025. Total running time is 57 minutes.
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OC-62474-1Explore mobility applications, parental conduct and contempt of court, special chambers parenting applications, the interplay with An Act Respecting First Nations, Inuit and Metis Children, Youth and Families, and interim parenting orders and credibility. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program titled Family Law 25 on May 27, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour.
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OC-62505Explore the practical knowledge to navigate the tax implications, avoid common pitfalls, and structure share exchanges effectively to confidently advise your clients. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on May 21, 2025. Total running time is 1 hour.
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OC-62504Explore the landscape of access to digital assets, the gaps therein, and review some recommendations on how to best serve your clients. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on May 22, 2025. Total running time is 48 minutes.
