September 2019
Indigenous Law Conference (Calgary)
Can indigenous laws co-exist with the common law? Explore the plurality of legal systems, examine cultural biases, and understand how different cultures and experiences can affect legal processes and procedures. Join Program Chair, Carly Fox, and faculty in Calgary (September 19, 2019) for our upcoming Indigenous Law Conference. View the brochure. CONFERENCE SCHEDULE MORNING SESSION PART 1 WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS Inherent Sovereignty, Rights & Title Sol Sanderson Discuss the implementation of the interface of jurisdiction and laws respecting the…
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Questioning (Calgary)
Review the scope of questioning, including relevancy and opinion evidence. Discuss the use of questioning evidence; cross examination on affidavit vs. questioning for discovery; and dealing with exhibits, documents, and undertakings.
Find out more »Family Property Act (Calgary)
Consider recent updates to the Matrimonial Property Act and the Family Law Act. Learn about legislative changes to the division of property owned jointly by married and non-married people.
Find out more »Drafting Considerations for Wills & Estates Practitioners (Calgary)
Increase confidence in drafting wills, powers of attorney, personal directives. Review relevant case law, and understand implications of various standard clauses in terms of tax, medical decision-making, financial decision-making, and more.
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Buying & Selling a Business (Calgary)
Discuss purchase and sale agreement provisions including representations, warranties, and indemnities. Understand the due diligence process, consider what the financial statements can tell you about a target company, and discuss employee and severance issues.
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Advanced Family Law Issues for Paralegals (Calgary)
Learn about changes to property division and the Divorce Act, including interjurisdictional support orders and mobility.
Find out more »Provincial Court Civil Practice (Calgary)
Develop confidence and competence in handling Provincial Court civil matters. Explore civil procedure and court rules. Learn practical tips and develop strategies to efficiently move matters along.
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Advanced Civil Litigation for Paralegals (Calgary)
Explore topics for experienced paralegals, including organizing and managing complex litigation files.
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Dealing with Difficult Conversations (Calgary)
Develop strategies and key skills for turning tough conversations, often experienced in the legal profession, into more effective ones. Learn practical techniques for managing emotionally charged situations and moving in a productive direction, even when there is disagreement. Employ a process that will leave you feeling more comfortable and equipped to manage your difficult conversations.
Find out more »Commercial Real Estate for Legal Support Staff (Calgary)
Explore common issues in commercial real estate and commercial leasing, including review of the agreement, due diligence and searches, closing, and reporting.
Find out more »Family Law Trial Fundamentals (Calgary)
Review family law trial fundamentals and develop the confidence to run a family law trial from commencement, to trial book preparation, to trial conduct.
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Rules of Court 2020 (Calgary)
Concrete knowledge of the Rules of Court is critical for every litigator. Revisit the “must-know” rules (including updates you might have missed) and discover practical tips for running effective litigation files.
Find out more »Corporate Law Fundamentals (Calgary)
Explore corporate reorganizations, dividends, distributions, share redemptions, share purchases, and asset purchases.
Find out more »Family Law Update (Calgary)
Review recent developments in family law. Consider how jurisprudence and legislative amendments may affect your advice to clients.
Find out more »Commercial Real Estate (Calgary)
Targeted to experienced practitioners. Analyze issues impacting commercial real estate transactions.
Find out more »May 2020
Wills & Estates for Legal Support Staff (Calgary)
Learn about estate accounting, will kits, and uncommon grants of probate. Discuss how to get relevant information from clients as well as what information is required.
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