Civil Litigation
Court of King’s Bench of Alberta Update: Revised Civil Practice and Commercial Practice Note
The Court has announced revisions regarding contact information and scheduling practices to Civil Practice Note 1 and Commercial Practice Note 1. Revisions to each practice note are as follows: Civil ...
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Amendments to Part 16 of the Alberta Rules of Court
The Criminal Appeal Rules in Part 16 of the Alberta Rules of Court are amended to align with the changes made to the Civil Appeal Rules in Part 14 of ...
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New Program Alert | Practical Tips for a Successful Civil Litigation Practice
Are you an articling student or new to the Alberta bar? Join us to explore practical strategies to navigate the complexities of litigation successfully, with topics including: Tips for interviewing ...
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Just Announced: Fall 2024 Programs
LESA is pleased to announce several upcoming fall programs! Click here to sign up to the LESA Elist and emails by practice area and stay notified as new programs are ...
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Expansion to the King’s Bench Filing Digital Service: Civil Justice Chambers in Red Deer
The Court of King’s Bench has announced further expansion to the Court of King’s Bench Filing Digital Service (“FDS”) program. Effective May 21, 2024, the FDS expands to include filings ...
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New Program Alert | Civil Litigation Symposium: Practice Essentials for Lawyers in the First 10 Years
During the first ten years of a civil litigation practice, lawyers face unique challenges and opportunities. This full-day program will explore topics to support lawyers to increase their competence and ...
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PPSA Update – Amendments Coming June 1st
On June 1, 2024, major changes to secured transactions law and judgment enforcement law will come into effect. The changes to the Personal Property Security Act are the most extensive ...
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Court of King’s Bench Update: Pilot Project to Set Civil Trial Dates By Order
The Alberta Courts have announced a pilot project to move non-family civil actions through the court system faster. This move is in line with Rule 1.2 of the Alberta Rules ...
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Notice to Articled Students – Requests for Bar Admission Ceremonies at the Court of King’s Bench (2024)
On May 1, 2024, the Court of King’s Bench will begin accepting 2024 bar admission requests. Requests for bar admissions for June, July, and August will not be processed until ...
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New Program Alert | Mediation of Family and Divorce Conflicts (Calgary)
Mediation is increasingly important in the practice of family law. Receive 40 hours of intensive, hands-on skills training in this in-depth, 5-day program. Develop the skills, knowledge, and understanding to ...
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