Review the scope of questioning, including, creating a useful record and presenting it in chambers, read-ins, examining non-parties, dealing with difficult counsel and witnesses, making the most of admissions, preparing your witness for questioning, creating a record for summary judgment, and more.
This program is also offered in Edmonton.
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PROGRAM AGENDA
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WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS
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Success in Chambers
Master A.R. Robertson QC |
Receive an overview of creating a useful record and presenting it in chambers. |
Conducting the Questioning
Vivian R. Stevenson QC |
Review the basics, including:
- examining non- parties,
- how do deal with difficult counsel and witnesses,
- your legal and professional obligations, and
- advancing and addressing objections.
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Creating & Using Read-Ins for Trial & in Alternative Dispute Resolution
Jeffrey B. Champion QC |
Engage in a review of the Rules as well as the available options and strategies to make the most of admissions obtained at questioning. |
Preparing Yourself and Your Witness
Joseph V. Miller QC |
Consider ways to approach your preparation for an effective and efficient questioning. Discuss how to prepare your witness, including your professional and legal obligations. |
The Role of Questioning in the Summary Judgment & Summary Trial Environment
Donna C. Purcell QC |
Discuss creating a record for the summary judgment processes. Explore the choice between questioning on affidavits and for discovery, including the advantages and disadvantages. Consider the use of Rule 6.8 to question witnesses. |
*NOTE: This schedule is provided for informational purposes only and is subject to change. Program registrants will receive confirmation prior to the scheduled event that notes specific presentation times and speaking orders.
ADDITIONAL
Early Bird Price: $395 + GST (Register on or before September 24, 2019)
Regular Price: $445 + GST
NOTE: The materials for this program will be provided in electronic format.
LESA offers the following discounts:
D125 – 25% off for living more than 125 km (one way) from the nearest program site.
D250 – 50% off for living more than 250 km (one way) from the nearest program site.
Enter coupon code D125 or D250 during checkout if applicable.