Author: Alexander W. Yiu & Celeste T. Kwok

Mastering the art of chambers applications is one of the most significant challenges that new lawyers face. Between remembering unwritten rules, codified rules, and at times complex protocols, acquiring chambers advocacy skills is essential for cultivating an effective litigation practice and building a reputation as a trusted advocate before the courts. This paper provides an overview of chambers advocacy and address specific topics including the jurisdiction of Applications Judges, types of common chambers applications, applications with and without notice, applications for summary dismissal, and costs in chambers matters.

This paper is part of a collection presented at LESA’s Alberta Litigation Institute program in Calgary on March 6–7, 2025.