Review the major issues and processes that shape shareholder disputes. Discuss strategies for litigating shareholder disputes, and engage in a thorough examination of the Business Corporations Act and Rules of Court to achieve your desired outcome.
Explore the law surrounding impaired driving generally and specifically related to impairment resulting from cannabis consumption.
Review the scope of questioning, including relevancy and opinion evidence. Discuss the use of questioning evidence; cross examination on affidavit vs. questioning for discovery; and dealing with exhibits, documents, and undertakings.
Increase confidence in drafting wills, powers of attorney, personal directives. Review relevant case law, and understand implications of various standard clauses in terms of tax, medical decision-making, financial decision-making, and more.
Review the scope of questioning, including relevancy and opinion evidence. Discuss the use of questioning evidence; cross examination on affidavit vs. questioning for discovery; and dealing with exhibits, documents, and undertakings.
Consider recent updates to the Matrimonial Property Act and the Family Law Act. Learn about legislative changes to the division of property owned jointly by married and non-married people.
Increase confidence in drafting wills, powers of attorney, personal directives. Review relevant case law, and understand implications of various standard clauses in terms of tax, medical decision-making, financial decision-making, and more.
Consider recent updates to the Matrimonial Property Act and the Family Law Act. Learn about legislative changes to the division of property owned jointly by married and non-married people.
Discuss purchase and sale agreement provisions including representations, warranties, and indemnities. Understand the due diligence process, consider what the financial statements can tell you about a target company, and discuss employee and severance issues.
Let’s face it: most lawyers are reluctant to talk to the press. They’re worried they will say too much, too little, or nothing at all. However, there are many upsides to appearing in the media, including influencing the court of public opinion, building your practice, and showing your expertise. Taught by former journalists, television hosts, […]
Discuss purchase and sale agreement provisions including representations, warranties, and indemnities. Understand the due diligence process, consider what the financial statements can tell you about a target company, and discuss employee and severance issues.
Advanced Family Law Issues for Paralegals Learn about changes to property division and the Divorce Act, including interjurisdictional support orders and mobility.
Learn about changes to property division and the Divorce Act, including interjurisdictional support orders and mobility.
Develop confidence and competence in handling Provincial Court civil matters. Explore civil procedure and court rules. Learn practical tips and develop strategies to efficiently move matters along.
Develop confidence and competence in handling Provincial Court civil matters. Explore civil procedure and court rules. Learn practical tips and develop strategies to efficiently move matters along.
Learn to read and understand company financial statements. Gain basic financial literacy, perform ratio analysis to evaluate the health of a business, uncover variable amounts that are subject to management […]
Learn to read and understand company financial statements. Gain basic financial literacy, perform ratio analysis to evaluate the health of a business, uncover variable amounts that are subject to management […]
Learn how a business valuator arrives at an opinion regarding the value of an ownership interest in a company. We will examine the reporting standards followed in Canada, common valuation approaches, and how the valuation report is organized and delivered to the reader. We will also explore qualitative considerations and common mistakes to watch for
Learn how a business valuator arrives at an opinion regarding the value of an ownership interest in a company. We will examine the reporting standards followed in Canada, common valuation approaches, and how the valuation report is organized and delivered to the reader. We will also explore qualitative considerations and common mistakes to watch for.
Learn the tax planning opportunities available for matrimonial asset divisions, including the related person butterfly to split up a private corporation. Review tax issues affecting different types of matrimonial asset […]
With increased pressure on courts, lawyers seeking quick resolution of disputes must consider alternative ways of resolving them. Revisit the theories of various forms of ADR and develop strategies to enhance your use of them.
Explore topics for experienced paralegals, including organizing and managing complex litigation files.
Learn the tax planning opportunities available for matrimonial asset divisions, including the related person butterfly to split up a private corporation. Review tax issues affecting different types of matrimonial asset […]
Explore topics for experienced paralegals, including organizing and managing complex litigation files.
With increased pressure on courts, lawyers seeking quick resolution of disputes must consider alternative ways of resolving them. Revisit the theories of various forms of ADR and develop strategies to enhance your use of them.
Estate planning is so much more than drafting a Will. In this course, you will learn pre- and post-mortem tax planning issues for your clients, including common pitfalls and opportunities. Pre-mortem planning helps in drafting the Will with a goal to ensure that the estate will be as tax efficient as possible, while the post-mortem planning can ensure effective administration of the estate. This course will also provide some planning considerations regarding TOSI (Tax On Split Income).
Estate planning is so much more than drafting a Will. In this course, you will learn pre- and post-mortem tax planning issues for your clients, including common pitfalls and opportunities. Pre-mortem planning helps in drafting the Will with a goal to ensure that the estate will be as tax efficient as possible, while the post-mortem planning can ensure effective administration of the estate. This course will also provide some planning considerations regarding TOSI (Tax On Split Income).
Explore common issues in commercial real estate and commercial leasing, including review of the agreement, due diligence and searches, closing, and reporting.
Review family law trial fundamentals and develop the confidence to run a family law trial from commencement, to trial book preparation, to trial conduct.
Develop strategies and key skills for turning tough conversations, often experienced in the legal profession, into more effective ones. Learn practical techniques for managing emotionally charged situations and moving in a productive direction, even when there is disagreement. Employ a process that will leave you feeling more comfortable and equipped to manage your difficult conversations.
Explore common issues in commercial real estate and commercial leasing, including review of the agreement, due diligence and searches, closing, and reporting.
Develop strategies and key skills for turning tough conversations, often experienced in the legal profession, into more effective ones. Learn practical techniques for managing emotionally charged situations and moving in a productive direction, even when there is disagreement. Employ a process that will leave you feeling more comfortable and equipped to manage your difficult conversations.
Date: May 4, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:30 PM Price: $125+ GST $29 + GST Presenter: John-Paul E. Boyd QC Discuss the current status of the Provincial Court […]
Date: May 5, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: Jeffrey V. Kahane Explore frequent issues in residential real estate. […]
Date: May 6, 2020 Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: Gordon P. VanderLeek Review the basic principles and benefits […]
Date: May 12, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Co-Presenters: Andrew P. Wilson and Kaila Eadie Discuss the practical aspects of […]
Date: May 13, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: John-Paul E. Boyd QC Discuss the case law accumulating […]
Date: May 14, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: Doris C.E. Bonora QC Please note: Registrations will close two hours before the […]
Date: May 20, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: John-Paul E. Boyd QC Explore dispute resolution options for interim applications that […]
Date: May 21, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: Dr. Irene Liu This webinar will provide an introduction to fundamental concepts […]
Date: May 26, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: Roger S. Hofer QC, Neuman Thompson Gain insight into the legal foundations and […]
Date: May 27, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: Douglas H. Peterson, Douglas H. Peterson Professional Corporation As your first year […]
Date: May 29, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: Complimentary Co-Presenters: Ronda Nedelec, zag and Sanjiv Parmar, Parmar Law Discuss tips and learn to leverage networking opportunities for career development. […]
Date: June 3, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: John-Paul E. Boyd QC, John-Paul Boyd Arbitration Chambers Significant changes […]
Date: June 5, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: Complimentary Presenter: Alison Bennett, The Counsel Network Explore employment tips and walk away with a greater awareness of what law firms and/or in-house employers are looking for when hiring. Registrations for this program will close at 4:30 PM on June 4th. […]
Date: June 8, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: Douglas H. Peterson, Douglas H. Peterson Professional Corporation Whether we like it or not, the legal memorandum remains a staple in small and large law firms alike. Oftentimes tedious and uninspiring, sometimes painful and infuriating - […]
Date: June 10, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: John-Paul E. Boyd QC, John-Paul Boyd Arbitration Chambers Child support for adult children was once limited to cases involving ill or disabled children and those attending full-time post-secondary education. Those limits have been steadily eroded […]
Date: June 11, 2020 Time: 9:00 AM–10:00 AM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Presenter: Gordon P. VanderLeek, VanderLeek Law In this session, we will examine the rules under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act and the regulations relating to applications for a review of accounts. Review the statutory and fiduciary obligations […]
Date: June 12, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: Complimentary Presenter: Donna Moore, Law Society of Alberta Dive into the key steps, considerations, and requirements for setting up your own practice. Registrations for this program will close at 10:00AM on July 12. The LESA team is excited […]
Date: June 15, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $29 + GST Co-Presenters: Elizabeth Aspinall and Nathan Lee Identify the risks and benefits associated with the use of technology in your practice. Explore the changes to the Law Society of Alberta's Code of Conduct addressing technological competence. Consider cybersecurity issues and walk […]
Date: July 14, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:00 PM Price: $95 + GST $49 + GST Co-Presenters: Spencer Ord, MBA, CPA, CA, CBV, CFF, National Deputy Leader, Disputes, Deloitte LLP and Richa Bhagrath, CBV, Senior Manager, Valuations & Modelling at Deloitte LLP Attend this webinar to learn how to identify irregularities in financial statements. Gain a better understanding […]
Date: July 21, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:15 PM Price: $95 + GST $49 + GST Co-Presenters: Ken Proudman, Barr Picard Law and Darryl R. Antel, Felesky Flynn LLP Learn about basic tax concepts, how the Income Tax Act classifies different sources of income in order to identify when an asset should be discounted for tax, […]
Date: July 28, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM–1:15 PM Price: $95 + GST $49 + GST Co-Presenters: Ken Proudman, Barr Picard Law and Radhika Gauthier, CPA, CA, Gauthier Professional Corporation Review tax deductions, benefits, amounts, and credits as they relate to family law, with particular focus on support and legal fee deductions, child care expenses, and the […]
