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New Program Alert | Qualifying Experts in Court and ADR
Expert witnesses can make or break a case but effectively qualifying experts–and effectively challenging an expert’s qualifications–is an art that is often overlooked. Properly qualified and reliable experts provide credible, persuasive evidence that can withstand scrutiny. This webinar will explore: Considerations for when involvement of an expert in court or ...
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Alberta Family Law Practice Manual – 2024 Update
LESA is thrilled to announce the release of our updated 2024 Alberta Family Law Practice Manual! Prepared by leading family law practitioners, the Alberta Family Law Practice Manual guides you through a family law file from start to finish, whether the file proceeds through collaborative law, mediation, arbitration, or court. Highlights include ...
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New Program Alert | Alberta Litigation Institute (Calgary)
Whether you work on civil, commercial, criminal, family, or estate litigation matters, all litigators have common skills they need to develop throughout their careers. Join us at the BMO Centre at Stampede Park in Calgary for a two-day learning and networking event focused on these essential skills. Additional information will ...
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Continuing Professional Development for Family Lawyers: Summer and Fall Programs
LESA is pleased to announce several upcoming summer and fall family law programs programs! Click here to sign up for the LESA Elist to receive our monthly e-newsletter. You can also sign up for emails by practice area to be notified of new programs and resources as they become available. ...
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2024 Articling Student Survey
The Law Societies of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society are seeking feedback via survey on the training and mentorship that articling students are receiving. The survey will seek feedback on issues related to discrimination and/or harassment, and how to best prepare articling students for ...
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Further Expansion of General Filing and Claims to Family Law Actions
The Court of King’s Bench of Alberta has announced further expansion to the King’s Bench Family and Divorce Filing Digital Service (the “FDS”). Calgary and Edmonton judicial centres now accept filing and claims for Family Law actions through the FDS. Actions are expanded to include all judicial centres for general ...
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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 May 20, 2024 due to limited resources. Bar admission requests must be made by submitting the Bar Admission Booking Request ...
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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 build a competent and professional mediation practice. Topics include: • 5-stage mediation model • Techniques of developing relationships in mediation ...
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