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Effective Chambers Advocacy (Edmonton)

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel (formerly Sutton Place Hotel) 10235 101 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

About Faculty About Date: February 10, 2023 Venue: Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel | 10235 101 Street Time:  9:00AM – 4:30PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the registration page for Effective Chambers Advocacy (Edmonton). This program is also being offered in Calgary. This program will be offered as an in-person program only. We will not be offering this program […]

$333.75 – $445.00

Effective Chambers Advocacy (Calgary)

The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre 1000 Glenmore Court SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

About Faculty About Date: February 24, 2023 Venue: The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre | 1000 Glenmore Ct SE Time:  9:00AM – 4:30PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the registration page for Effective Chambers Advocacy (Calgary). This program is also being offered in Edmonton. This program will be offered as an in-person program only. We will not be offering […]

$333.75 – $445.00

To Disclose or Not To Disclose: Applications of Privilege (Webinar)

About Faculty About Date: February 28, 2023 Time:  12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price:  $95 + GST Explore the top things lawyers need to know about privilege in civil litigation matters. Attendees will receive a detailed overview of the various issues to be considered in determining the applicable type of privilege and associated considerations. Discuss improper claims […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Judgment Enforcement: Learning to Swim (Webinar)

About Faculty About Date: March 10, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price:  $95 + GST Explore the practical aspects of entering judgment (consent, default, and summary judgment) with a focus on debt claims. Topics will include: The Civil Enforcement Act generally and which aspects apply to everyday enforcement proceedings Garnishment and how exemptions factor into enforcement […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials (Edmonton)

LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

About Faculty About Date: March 15, 2023 Venue: LESA’s Program Space | 10088 102 Ave Suite 1401 Time:  9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the in-person (Edmonton) registration page for Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials . We are also offering this program as a livestream program. This program explores what lawyers need to […]

$333.75 – $445.00

Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials (Livestream)

About Faculty About Date: March 15, 2023 Time:  9:00AM – 4:00PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the livestream registration page for Bankruptcy and Insolvency Essentials. We are also offering this program in Edmonton. This program explores what lawyers need to know to properly advise clients in bankruptcy and insolvency matters. Topics include: – Restructuring and Insolvency Basics: […]

$333.75 – $445.00

Judgment Enforcement: A Deeper Dive (Webinar)

About Faculty About Date: March 17, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price:  $95 + GST Building upon the foundations of judgment enforcement and going deeper into the practical aspects of enforcement, this webinar will consider strategies along with common traps to avoid. Topics will include: Seizures of personal property in writ proceedings Part 7 […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Dealing with Tax Disputes (Webinar)

About Faculty About Date: April 12, 2023 Time:  12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price:  $95 + GST Navigating tax disputes can be complicated, due in part to the intricacies of the CRA’s processes and framework. This webinar will discuss essential topics to help you effectively deal with tax disputes in your practice, including: Dealing with CRA audits […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Appellate Advocacy (Edmonton)

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel (formerly Sutton Place Hotel) 10235 101 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

About Faculty Hotels Nearby About Date: April 21, 2023 Venue: Sandman Signature Downtown | 10235 101 Street Time:  9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the registration page for Appellate Advocacy (Edmonton). This program is also being offered in Calgary. We will not be offering this program via livestream. Develop strong appellate advocacy […]

$333.75 – $445.00

Appellate Advocacy (Calgary)

Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Downtown/Beltline 610 10 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

About Faculty Accommodations About Date: April 28, 2023 Venue: Residence Inn Calgary by Marriott Beltline | 610 10th Avenue SW Time:  9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the registration page for Appellate Advocacy (Calgary). This program is also being offered in Edmonton. We will not be offering this program via livestream. Develop strong […]

$333.75 – $445.00

Notarizing and Commissioning Documents (Webinar)

About Faculty About Date: May 8, 2023 Time:  12:00 PM -1:15 PM Price:  $10 + GST Even the most routine law office tasks can lead to liability and legal jeopardy. In this LESA program, summer students, articling students, and junior lawyers will review their legal responsibilities when commissioning and notarizing documents. Gain a greater understanding of common […]

$10.00

Ascertaining a Client’s Capacity to Retain and Instruct Counsel (Webinar)

About Faculty About Date: May 11, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price:  $95 + GST Determining whether a client has capacity to retain and instruct counsel is an essential part of a lawyer’s professional responsibilities. Join us to learn more about the legal tests for (1) capacity to retain legal counsel, and (2) enforceability […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Practice Foundations: Questioning (Livestream)

About Faculty About Date: May 12, 2023 Time:  9:00AM – 4:30PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the registration page for Practice Foundations: Questioning (Livestream).  This program is also being offered in Edmonton.  Hone your skills in questioning! In the early years of practice, many lawyers have the opportunity to develop their questioning skills—whether questioning on affidavits […]

$333.75 – $445.00

Practice Foundations: Questioning (Edmonton)

LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

About Faculty About Date: May 12, 2023 Venue: LESA Program Space | 10088 102 Ave Suite 1401 Time:  9:00AM – 4:30PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the registration page for Practice Foundations: Questioning (Edmonton).  This program is also being offered in as a livestream option. Hone your skills in questioning! In the early years of practice, many […]

$333.75 – $445.00

How to Better Manage Your Workload and Time: Distraction, Email, Task & Time Management for Legal Professionals (Webinar)

About Faculty About Date: May 17, 2023 Time:  12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Price:  $95 + GST Is technology serving you, or are you a servant to technology? Today, legal professionals are constantly distracted by legal technology, connectivity, electronic case information and discovery, and information overload… email, instant messaging, social media, phone calls, interruptions, etc. Lawyers switch tasks on the […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Human Rights Protections After Schrenk (Webinar)

About Faculty About Date: May 24, 2023 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Price:  $95 + GST On December 15, 2017, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal v Schrenk. How have decision makers across Canada interpreted and applied Schrenk in the close to five years since? This webinar will review the […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Personal Injury and Insurance Update (Livestream)

About Faculty About Date: May 31, 2023 Time:  9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the registration page for Personal Injury and Insurance Update (Livestream). This program is also being offered in Edmonton. This program will provide an update on personal injury and insurance law, including changes stemming from the Insurance Act amendments […]

$333.75 – $445.00

Personal Injury and Insurance Update (Edmonton)

LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

About Faculty About Date: May 31, 2023 Venue: LESA Program Space | 10088 102 Ave Suite 1401 Time:  9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Price:  $445 + GST This is the registration page for Personal Injury and Insurance Update (Edmonton). We are also offering this program as a livestream option. This program will provide an update on personal […]

$333.75 – $445.00

40th Annual Intensive Advocacy (Calgary)

SAIT 1301 16 Ave NW, Calgary

About Faculty About Dates: June 5–10, 2023 Venue: Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) Price: $3,495 + GST This course has limited enrollment.  Develop a confident, professional courtroom presence by exploring every aspect of trial and hearing work. LESA’s Intensive Advocacy course is an intense, learn-by-doing program that offers an incomparable opportunity to develop skills […]

$3,495.00

Practice Foundations: Civil Litigation File Strategy (Webinar)

About Faculty About Understanding how to develop an effective file strategy for civil litigation matters is key. This program will examine: Practical tips for client and file management Navigating relationships with opposing counsel Understanding your case The roles of settlement and other court processes This program is intended for lawyers in their early years of […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Capacity Issues in Commercial Matters (Webinar)

About Faculty About Capacity issues can arise in corporate and commercial settings as clients may, among other things, seek to sell or reorganize a business when faced with health challenges. This webinar will address capacity concerns that a commercial lawyer may encounter, including: Is a commercial lawyer under any obligation to assess their client’s capacity? What […]

$236.25 – $315.00

Hindsight is 20/20: Civil Procedure for Lawyers in their Early Years of Practice (Webinar)

About Faculty About Ever wish you could go back and give advice to your younger self? Gain the knowledge and insights of an experienced litigator with our retrospective exploration of the top things a litigation practitioner wished he knew early on in his career, including: How to use the Rules of Court and civil procedure […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Litigating Fatal Accidents Act Claims: A Primer (Webinar)

About Faculty About Fatal accident claims are governed by very particular statutory provisions. Accordingly, it is important for lawyers litigating such claims to have a strong working knowledge of the Fatal Accidents Act. This webinar will both explore the fundamentals of this legislation and consider recent case law interpreting the Act. Topics will include: The […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Commercial Litigation Symposium (Edmonton)

LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

About Faculty About This is the registration page for Commercial Litigation Symposium in Edmonton. This program is also being offered as a livestream option. Geared towards experienced commercial litigators, this program will incorporate roundtable and presenter-led large group discussions on a variety of topics. Attendees will engage with faculty in discussions on: Anton Piller Orders […]

$525.00

Commercial Litigation Symposium (Livestream)

About Faculty About This is the livestream registration page for Commercial Litigation Symposium. This program is also being offered in Edmonton. Geared towards experienced commercial litigators, this program will incorporate roundtable and presenter-led large group discussions on a variety of topics. Attendees will engage with faculty in discussions on: Anton Piller Orders Norwich Orders and […]

$525.00

Rules of Court 2023: Year in Review (Webinar)

About Faculty About This year-in-review webinar will canvass the various ways that the courts, counsel, and litigants have interpreted the Alberta Rules of Court. Significant cases and interesting points of civil procedure will be examined, including summary judgment, dismissal for delay, record production, questioning and undertakings, experts, and preparing for trial and summary trial.__*Please Note: Program […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Dealing with High Conflict Personalities (Livestream)

About Faculty About This is the livestream registration page for Dealing with High Conflict Personalities. This program is also being offered in Edmonton. Gain insight and confidence when dealing with high conflict personalities. Behaviours that increase conflict can occur it many different settings, including legal disputes, divorce, in the workplace, or in personal relationships. Understanding […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Dealing with High Conflict Personalities (Edmonton)

LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

About Faculty About This is the registration page for Dealing with High Conflict Personalities (Edmonton). This program is also being offered as a livestream option. Gain insight and confidence when dealing with high conflict personalities. Behaviours that increase conflict can occur it many different settings, including legal disputes, divorce, in the workplace, or in personal relationships. […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Microsoft Word Power Tips for Legal Users (Webinar)

About Faculty About Legal documents frequently require complex formatting. Legal users often find Microsoft Word to be a constant source of frustration. It’s the primary tool used to produce work product, yet many feel it works against them. This webinar explores common legal drafting problems and teaches tips and techniques to utilize Microsoft Word efficiently and […]

$275.00

Microsoft Excel and Outlook for Legal Users (Webinar)

About Faculty About Excel Learn the powerful ways that Microsoft Excel can improve your work product, make your practice more efficient, and save you time. Many legal professionals either underutilize Excel or don’t use it at all. This portion of the webinar will cover topics applicable across a variety of practice areas, including how to […]

$275.00

Illumination of Bias: Practical Strategies for Recognizing and Reducing Implicit Bias in the Practice of Law (Webinar)

About Faculty Sponsorships About One of the challenges in the practice of law is interaction between people who are different from each other in various ways. Even the simplest of encounters can leave people feeling confused, frustrated, offended, or (worst of all) seriously hurt—even when everyone involved began with the best of intentions. It is […]

$236.25 – $315.00

Resolving Damages Outside of Court Proceedings (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Civil disputes are commonly resolved through mediation, negotiation, or arbitration. This webinar will discuss changes to the landscape of alternative dispute resolution, such as technological advancements, and the increased use of ADR methods instead of trials. This webinar will further explore alternatives to trial and the various aspects relating to these alternatives, including: Collaborative […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Navigating the Changes to Alberta Construction Law Legislation (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Explore recent changes to Alberta construction law legislation. Topics include changes to adjudication, prompt payment, lien periods, and holdbacks from the 2022 amendments to the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (formerly the Builders’ Lien Act). This webinar will further provide strategies for navigating, battling and surviving the Land Titles Office and PRQ (Priority […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Intro to AI and Legal Practice: Things You Need to Know But Were Afraid to Ask (Webinar)

AboutFacultySponsors It is important for lawyers to understand how they can embrace a partnership with AI given its rapid advancement and evolving impacts on the legal profession. While the potential benefits of effectively utilizing AI in your legal practice are enormous, it can be challenging to keep up with the legal and ethical issues. The […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Practice Foundations: Cross-Examinations (Calgary)

Holiday Inn & Suites Calgary South - Conference Centre 8360 Blackfoot Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

About Faculty Accommodations About This is the registration page for Practice Foundations: Cross-Examinations in Calgary. This program is also being offered in Edmonton. Understanding and mastering the art of cross-examination is critical in any trial setting. This program will address foundational theory and explore practical applications. Topics include: the theory of cross-examination within the adversarial […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Practice Foundations: Judicial Reviews (Livestream)

AboutFaculty Focusing on the early years of practice, this program will explore the law of judicial review. It will also delve into mechanics and procedure, including statutory and common law requirements. Topics include: The mechanics of a judicial review application and best practices in conducting a judicial review before the court Statutory appeals vs. judicial […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Practice Foundations: Cross-Examinations (Edmonton)

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel (formerly Sutton Place Hotel) 10235 101 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

About Faculty About This is the registration page for Practice Foundations: Cross-Examinations in Edmonton. This program is also being offered in Calgary. Understanding and mastering the art of cross-examination is critical in any trial setting. This program will address foundational theory and explore practical applications. Topics include: the theory of cross-examination within the adversarial advocacy […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Effective Legal Support: Hot Topics in Civil Litigation (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Due to the dynamic nature of civil litigation matters, the role of legal support staff can be challenging. This webinar will examine current topics of interest in navigating these challenges: An overview of the King’s Bench Filing Digital Service Current available services with the Filing Digital Service, including a comparison between Edmonton and Calgary […]

$95.00

How to Use the LESA Library to Benefit Your Practice (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Are you curious if the LESA Library could benefit your practice? Are you a current subscriber and wonder if you’re using the platform to its full potential? Join us and find out how the LESA Library can save you time and enhance your practice with quality resources and downloadable precedents (categorized by area of […]

Free

Tech Tips for Legal Support Staff (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Designed specifically for legal support staff across a variety of practice areas, this webinar aims to elevate your digital skills, fostering efficiency and adaptability in today’s paperless legal environment. Topics include: How to build a dynamic digital resource library using Microsoft OneNote How to transform a chaotic schedule into a structured, collaborative success using Microsoft […]

$95.00

Effective Legal Writing Skills (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Written communication is integral to the practice of law. The ability to produce well-written legal documents will greatly benefit your practice. This webinar will provide strategies and best practices for legal writing in Alberta. Topics include: Essential elements of clear writing to maximize clarity How to effectively structure sentences Strategies for effective organization Editing […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Running Your First Regulatory Hearing (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Timely and comprehensive preparation is key to running a successful regulatory hearing. Regulatory tribunals play an important role in ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, conducting investigations, issuing various permits […]

$71.25 – $95.00

PPSA Update (Edmonton)

LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

AboutFaculty This is the in-person registration page for the program in Edmonton. We are also offering this program in as a livestream program. Substantial changes to secured transactions law and […]

$393.75 – $525.00

PPSA Update (Livestream)

AboutFaculty This is the registration page for the livestream session. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. Substantial changes to secured transactions law and judgment […]

$393.75 – $525.00

41st Annual Intensive Advocacy (Calgary)

SAIT 1301 16 Ave NW, Calgary

About Faculty Accommodations About Develop a confident, professional courtroom presence by exploring every aspect of trial and hearing work. LESA’s Intensive Advocacy course is an intense, learn-by-doing program that offers an incomparable opportunity to develop skills as an advocate. This course couples continual performance with rich performance feedback. With the aid of brief faculty lectures […]

$3,595.00

Qualifying Experts in Court and ADR (Webinar)

AboutFaculty 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 […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Civil Litigation: Practice Essentials for Lawyers in the First 10 Years (Edmonton)

LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

AboutFacultyPresentations This is the in-person registration page for Civil Litigation: Practice Essentials for Lawyers in the First 10 Years in Edmonton. We are also offering this program as a livestream […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Family Maintenance and Support Claims: Testamentary Intentions vs. Moral Obligations (Webinar)

AboutFaculty It is important for lawyers to understand the nuances of family maintenance and support (FMS) claims to effectively advise their clients on how to structure their affairs, and to ensure they are providing comprehensive and accurate advice to protect the interests of their clients. This webinar will explore some of the complexities of FMS […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Financial Statements: Learning to Swim (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Put on your water wings and finally learn to read financial statements! Gain confidence in reading, understanding, and analyzing financial statements with a goal to evaluate the overall financial health and performance of a business. The webinar will take participants through a background to financial reporting, will define common financial terms, and will discuss […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Common Ethical Issues in Civil Litigation (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Civil litigators deal with a multitude of ethical dilemmas in their day to day practice. This webinar will explore common ethical issues litigators may face, with topics including: Dealing […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Business Valuations in Legal Matters (Webinar)

AboutFaculty The legal requirement for the business valuation will often surface unique considerations that if not appropriately addressed, could result in a distorted determination of value. This webinar will explore […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Mediation of Family and Divorce Conflicts (Calgary)

Best Western Village Park Inn 1804 Crowchild Trl NW, Calgary, Alberta

AboutFacultyAgendaAccommodations 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 […]

$2,445.00

Civil Procedure for Legal Support Staff (Edmonton)

LESA's Program Space Suite 1401, 10088-102 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, Canada

AboutFacultyAgendaTopics This is the Edmonton registration page for our in-person session of this program. If you would like to purchase an online ticket for this program, please navigate to the […]

$455.00

Civil Procedure for Legal Support Staff (Livestream)

AboutFacultyAgendaTopics This is the livestream registration page for this program. If you would like to purchase an in-person ticket for this program, please navigate to the Edmonton registration page. Legal […]

$455.00

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