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OC-62364-01Family law practitioners often engage with individuals that are affected by traumatic experiences. From the perspective of social workers, this presentation explores what trauma is and how it might show up in legal clients or lawyers themselves. It also explores issues that may be beneficial for lawyers, including trauma-informed practice. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on December 1, 2023 as part of our Collateral Issues in Family Law program. Total running time is 1 hour, 32 minutes.
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OC-62356Honour based violence (HBV) is not defined in Canadian jurisprudence, except to the extent that it is often conflated with domestic violence. Understanding how to navigate matters involving HBV is important for today’s family and criminal law practitioners. This presentation explores topics such as mainstream constructions of HBV (and how they produce both false positives and false negatives), and Western examples of HBV. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on October 25, 2023. Total running time is 1 hour, 8 minutes.
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OC-62357Determining the date of separation could make all the difference in certain family law matters. The Separation Date Assessment Guide is a tool to assist family lawyers when making such determinations. This presentation explores the Guide, discusses its application in family law matters, and considers various evidentiary tools. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a live webinar on October 17, 2023. Total running time is 57 minutes.
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62150.06This paper provides a brief synopsis of considerations when using expert evidence in family law trials. Topics discuss admissibility, preparing the witness, qualifying the expert at trial, examination, and cross-examination. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Family Law Trial Fundamentals program in Edmonton on March 11, 2020 and in Calgary on March 18, 2020.
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62150.05This short paper provides practical tips for conducting an effective cross-examination and includes discussion about impeaching a witness on inconsistent statements. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Family Law Trial Fundamentals program in Edmonton on March 11, 2020 and in Calgary on March 18, 2020.
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62150.04This paper explores four key areas related to direct examination: (1) basic rules for direct examination, (2) preparing witnesses, (3) how to control witnesses and proper versus improper leading, and (4) use of exhibits. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Family Law Trial Fundamentals program in Edmonton on March 11, 2020 and in Calgary on March 18, 2020.
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62150.03This short overview paper offers practical tips for making effective opening and closing statements when conducting a family law trial. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Family Law Trial Fundamentals program in Edmonton on March 11, 2020 and in Calgary on March 18, 2020.
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62150.02This paper offers some ethical and practical considerations for when a family law case is headed to trial. It includes reflections on lessons learned, tips, and precedents. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Family Law Trial Fundamentals program in Edmonton on March 11, 2020 and in Calgary on March 18, 2020.
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62150.01This paper focuses on Alberta Rules of Court Part 5 questionings (formerly known as examination for discovery) that, in the family law context, apply to proceedings under the Divorce Act or Family Property Act as well as actions for unjust enrichment. Topics provide insight into the scope of questioning, preparing for questioning, conducting questioning, and using questioning evidence at trial. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Family Law Trial Fundamentals program in Edmonton on March 11, 2020 and in Calgary on March 18, 2020.
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OC-62209-04This presentation examines common issues and struggles in assembling family property tables and what lawyers can do to ease associated difficulties. It offers practical suggestions to facilitate the equalization and distribution of family property. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar in January, 2021.
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OC-62209-03This presentation provides some background on the intersection of family violence and family law, particularly parenting issues, and your obligations to your client. It also highlights recent amendments to the Divorce Act that touch on family violence. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar in January, 2021.
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OC-62209-02This presentation discusses seven core fundamentals family counsel should keep in mind when analyzing their clients’ right to claim support or their respective liability for support. This on-demand program was originally broadcasted as a webinar in January, 2021.
