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OC-62282-03This presentation includes a demonstration of two chambers applications, which provide examples of ineffective advocacy. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on April 21, 2023 as part of our Appellate Advocacy program.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62282-01This presentation examines key elements for practitioners to consider when filing a notice of appeal with the Court of Appeal. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on April 21, 2023 as part of our Appellate Advocacy program.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62282-02Price range: $95.00 through $445.00This presentation explores key components of JDRs at the Court of Appeal, including the rules governing JDRs, consolidated practice directions, and procedural elements of JDRs. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on April 21, 2023 as part of our Appellate Advocacy program.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62282-06This presentation explores essential elements of effective oral advocacy in the Court of Appeal. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on April 21, 2023 as part of our Appellate Advocacy program.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62282-04This presentation explores the link between standards of review relates and the grounds of appeal, strategies for properly identifying standards of review, and tips to consider when formulating grounds of appeal. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on April 21, 2023 as part of our Appellate Advocacy program.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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OC-62282-05This presentation examines strategies for practitioners to implement to improve their written advocacy and explores key elements of effective legal writing. This on-demand program was originally presented as an in-person program on April 21, 2023 as part of our Appellate Advocacy program.Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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61967.08This paper deals with two topics that often arise at the end of an appeal: the drafting of the judgment resulting from the decision, and the costs consequences of the appeal. With Rules references and relevant case law, this paper is a helpful guide. A bonus paper offering Practical Tips for Order and Judgments is attached. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Court of Appeal Practice program in October, 2015.
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62098.10This paper addresses three practice points related to appeals. First, it discusses bringing applications before a panel of judges. Next, it considers costs on appeal. Finally, it addresses judicial dispute resolution for appeals. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Appellate Advocacy program in Calgary on October 12, 2018 and in Edmonton on November 2, 2018.
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62462.01In an appeal, counsel can often persuade the court mainly through their factum. A well-crafted factum is crucial and can determine the outcome of an appeal. Conversely, a poorly written factum can ruin a case despite excellent oral advocacy. This paper provides practical advice for drafting an effective factum including how to approach drafting and editing, the format and structure, defining issues accurately, standards of review, drafting the argument, and the concluding paragraph. 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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61926.03This paper summarizes the principles and practices relating to both arbitration and mediation in the construction law context. A sample mediation agreement is attached. This paper was presented at LESA’s Construction Law program offered in February 2015.
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61904.02aThis paper provides a detailed overview of the concepts of attachment and perfection with reference to the Personal Property Security Act and some practical pointers. A precedent Priority Agreement is attached. This paper was presented at the PPSA Basics program in March, 2014.
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62120.16This paper explores three approaches for attacking arbitration in court: (1) attacking the agreement or process, (2) attacking the arbitrator, or (3) attacking the award. Significant discussion of relevant case law occurs throughout the paper, and an included Appendix notes case law relevant to specific sections of the Arbitration Act for the purpose of further study. This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s 52nd Annual Refresher: Family Law program in Lake Louise on May 5–7, 2019.
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