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OC-61975-03In this presentation, Dale Barrie provides an overview of the Alberta courts and how to research and cite case law. A bonus video is also included. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on November 17, 2015.
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OC-61975-02In this presentation, Shaunna Mireau discusses the legislative process, where to find legislation, and how to search specific legislation. A bonus video is also included.This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on November 17, 2015.
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OC-61975-01In this presentation, Karen McDougall provides an introduction to legal research for legal support staff.
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OC-62320There are plenty of opportunities for lawyers to engage in media relations, whether it’s helping a client through a crisis or providing insight regarding legislative changes. This presentation explores business development topics with respect to media relations. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on May 25, 2023. Total running time is 1 hour, 3 minutes.
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OC-62317Determining whether a client has capacity to retain and instruct counsel is an essential part of a lawyer’s professional responsibilities. This presentation explores the legal tests for (1) capacity to retain legal counsel, and (2) enforceability of a retainer agreement where the client’s capacity is at issue. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on May 11, 2023. Total running time is 1 hour.
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OC-62315Digital transformation plays an important role in enabling and sustaining long term business success. This presentation discusses key elements of the “world of digital” that can be utilized by law firms when transforming, including what a digital transformation is and what to consider when undertaking a digital transformation. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on January 18, 2023 Total running time is 1 hour, 7 minutes.
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OC-62310This webinar explores the key principles of legal analysis and statutory interpretation. Topics include applying the IRAC method, citing legal sources, and starting your own precedent library. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on January 17, 2023. Total running time is 44 minutes.
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62310.02Legal research is a skill that some people may not associate with the responsibilities for legal support staff. This paper delves into the foundations of legal research within the context of staff who support lawyers. It serves to help establish a baseline and provides useful information to bring legal support skills to the next level. This paper was presented at LESA’s Legal Research and Paperless File Management for Legal Support Staff webinar on January 17, 2023.
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62310.01There are many benefits to transitioning to electronic files, despite associated effort and challenges. When moving to electronic files, it is important to implement an automated client intake process, halt the accumulation of paper, and create digital copies of all paper documents. This paper provides practical guidance on how to navigate this transition and provides insight into the author’s own experiences. This paper was presented at LESA’s Legal Research and Paperless File Management for Legal Support Staff webinar on January 17, 2023.
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OC-62238-02Skills for working with self-represented litigants can vary if the SRL is exhibiting high conflict behaviour. This presentation discusses how important it is to learn how to identify high conflict behaviour and key patterns of people engaging in high conflict behaviour. Training by Michael Lomax (renowned mediator, and conflict resolution trainer) will help individuals understand the psychology of conflict and develop strategies for dealing with high conflict individuals. Michael is a trainer with the High Conflict Institute, San Diego, CA. He practised law for over 22 years and is a non-practicing member of the law society of BC. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on September 9, 2022. Total running time is 1 hour, 47 minutes.
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OC-62301From the perspective of an IT security expert, this presentation explores digital forensics with a view to helping lawyers better understand resources and techniques available to preserve evidence in their clients’ legal matters. It also provides guidance for lawyers to protect their own digital assets against fraud, IP thefts, and cybersecurity incidents and to recover data if one of these things occurs. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on November 28, 2022. Total running time is 1 hour.
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OC-62238-04Join members of the judiciary and experienced lawyers as they discuss three hypothetical scenarios involving self-represented litigants and how the lawyer involved can or should deal with each one. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on September 9, 2022 as part of our Navigating Matters with Self-Represented Litigants. The total running time is 1 hour, 18 minutes.
