Have you ever wondered where the term “boilerplate” comes from? In today’s blog, LESA’s Distinguished Adviser, the Honourable J.E. Côté, sheds some light on the word’s etymology, explains why you ...

We like to periodically take time out to thank our volunteers by giving them the spotlight, and since it is National Volunteer Week (NVW), we can’t think of a better ...

Do you practice in the area of wills & estates? If so, we encourage you to attend the upcoming Surrogate Practice and Procedure Town Hall Meetings. Members of the bar ...

They say April showers bring May flowers, but the next few weeks are also packed full of interesting events and useful continuing professional development programs. Read today’s blog to find ...

Have you heard about the new AssistFit program by the Alberta Lawyers’ Assistance Society (Assist)? AssistFit promotes and encourages health, fitness, and creative activities within the legal community. From creative events ...

Again, we have the honour of sharing a blog from LESA’s Distinguished Adviser – the Honourable J.E. Côté. Today he shares some interesting facts about Alberta cases that made it ...

With divorce and re-marriage rates on the rise, wills and estates practitioners are increasingly facing more challenging cases when representing blended families. Estate Planning for Blended Families is a full ...

Are you interested in learning how to face complex trials using expert evidence? If so, Criminal Advocacy – Experts has plenty to offer! At this program, you’ll discover important insights ...

Since Craig Edhart started at LESA in July 2014, he’s worked in most areas of our organization on many different projects and tasks. His unique role and shifting responsibilities have ...

These days, privacy and access issues are constantly emerging, especially with social media becoming such an integral part of society. Now, people are sharing more personal information than ever before, ...