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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

Practice Foundations: Expert Evidence in Criminal Law (Webinar)

About Faculty About A strong foundation in expert evidence is critical to being an effective criminal lawyer. Examine strategies that can assist criminal lawyers when navigating this element essential to many complex criminal trials. Topics will include: Advice for selecting and qualifying your own expert witness Differences between lay opinion and expert opinion evidence Foundational […]

$71.25 – $95.00

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

Collateral Issues in Family Law (Livestream)

About Faculty About This is the livestream registration page for Collateral Issues in Family Law. If you would like to purchase an in-person ticket to this program, please navigate to the registration page for Calgary. Family law practice can be hard. Lawyers must navigate the law, including legislative amendments and common law changes, changes to […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Collateral Issues in Family Law (Calgary)

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

About Faculty Accommodations About This is the in-person registration page for Collateral Issues in Family Law in Calgary. We are also offering this program as a livestream program. Family law practice can be hard. Lawyers must navigate the law, including legislative amendments and common law changes, changes to court procedure, clients with their own issues […]

$393.75 – $525.00

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

MEP: A Primer for Legal Support Staff (Webinar)

About Faculty About The Maintenance Enforcement Program (MEP) is an administrative program that operates within the Alberta Ministry of Justice. This webinar examines key considerations for family law files that intersect with MEP and provides practical tips and strategies for legal support staff. __ *Please Note: Program formats and dates are subject to change. Prices are […]

$95.00

Child Protection Issues in Family Law Matters (Livestream)

About Faculty About Explore how to navigate parenting or divorce matters when Child and Family Services  (sometimes unexpectedly) becomes involved. This program will help you to (1) navigate the initial involvement of CFS, (2) gather recent and past CFS information you may require in a parenting or variation application, and (3) represent a client filing […]

$393.75 – $525.00

RPRs: What Legal Support Staff Need to Know (Webinar)

AboutFaculty From the perspective of land surveyors, this webinar will examine issues that frequently arise with surveys in residential real estate transactions and real property reports. Looking at real life examples, the presenters will provide practical advice on what justifies updating an RPR, what to do if you encounter issues with RPRs, boundary disputes and […]

$95.00

Preparing Law Firms for Upcoming Transitions (Webinar)

AboutFaculty We are in the middle of an enormous transition from first to second-generation law firms, and the biggest lawyer retirement bubble we will see in our lifetime.  Meanwhile, the industry faces enormous challenges in finding and keeping great lawyers and staff, the decline in lawyer billable hours, a desire for more remote work and […]

$71.25 – $95.00

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

Drafting Effective Contracts (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Many lawyers tend to rely on precedents when drafting contracts. Yet, a precedent often contains vagueness and ambiguity, even when lawyers tune and tweak it for specific situations. It can be difficult to balance the ease and relative safety of precedent usage with pushes from the bench, legal educators, and an increasing number of […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Alberta Family Law Procedures: What Internationally Trained Lawyers Need to Know (Webinar)

AboutFaculty It is important for family law practitioners to have an in-depth knowledge of family law procedure in order to effectively serve their clients. Designed for internationally trained lawyers, this webinar will explore key procedural and practical aspects of family law in Alberta, including: The different courts and their mandates Key family law legislation How […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Intersection of Mental Health and Criminal Law (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Given the prevalence of people with mental illness in the criminal justice system, it is important for criminal law practitioners to understand the interaction between mental health and criminal law and how to effectively advocate for mental health rights. This webinar will explore topics including: Criminal Code provisions and key case law governing fitness to […]

$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

Practice Foundations: Tips for Effective Practice Management (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Understanding how to act efficiently while complying with ethical requirements is an important aspect of a successful law practice. This webinar examines best practices, procedures, and tips for key areas of practice management including file management, time management, communication, and billing. While all lawyers may benefit from attending this webinar, it is geared towards […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Wills & EPAs – Commonly Occurring Issues (Livestream)

AboutFaculty This is the registration page for the livestream session. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. Certain issues regularly come up when dealing with wills and powers of attorney. This program will hit 25 of those issues with advice or comments on each and references to resources for further […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Wills & EPAs – Commonly Occurring Issues (Edmonton)

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

AboutFaculty Extended early bird pricing for in-person registration! This is the registration page for the in-person program in Edmonton. This program is also being offered online via livestream. Certain issues regularly come up when dealing with wills and powers of attorney. This program will hit 25 of those issues with advice or comments on each […]

$393.75 – $525.00

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: Western Conveyancing Protocol (Webinar)

AboutFaculty As the common closing method in residential real estate transactions in Alberta, it is imperative that lawyers (acting for buyers and/or sellers) have a solid understanding of the Western Torrens Conveyancing Protocol. This webinar explores the Protocol, what is and is not covered by the Protocol, and how to follow the Protocol. Common challenges […]

$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

Running an Effective Family Law Practice (Livestream)

About Faculty Agenda About This is the livestream registration page for Running an Effective Family Law Practice. This program is also being offered in Edmonton. Family law lawyers face unique challenges helping clients navigate stressful and emotional life events. Learn the processes, forms, and techniques used by seasoned family law practitioners in this engaging full-day […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Running an Effective Family Law Practice (Edmonton)

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

About Faculty Agenda About This is the registration page for Running an Effective Family Law Practice (Edmonton). This program is also being offered online via livestream. Family law lawyers face unique challenges helping clients navigate stressful and emotional life events.   Learn the processes, forms, and techniques used by seasoned family law practitioners in this engaging full-day training. […]

$393.75 – $525.00

A Year in Review: Judicial Treatment of the New Trustee Act (Webinar)

AboutFaculty This year-in-review webinar will canvas the judicial and legislative treatment of the amended Trustee Act. Topics include: Additional amendments to the Trustee Act Recent amendments to the Estate Administration Act relating to duties of trustees Recent amendments to The Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Regulation How the courts, counsel, and litigants have interpreted and applied the […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Commercial Real Estate for Legal Support Staff (Livestream)

AboutFacultySponsors This is the registration page for the livestream session. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. Legal support staff play an integral role in commercial real estate matters. This program will explore topics that paralegals and legal assistants may encounter, including: title insurance, commercial lending, the role of support […]

$445.00

Commercial Real Estate for Legal Support Staff (Edmonton)

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

AboutFacultySponsors Extended early bird pricing for in-person registration! This is the registration page for the in-person program in Edmonton. This program is also being offered online via livestream. Legal support staff play an integral role in commercial real estate matters. This program will explore topics that paralegals and legal assistants may encounter, including: title insurance, […]

$445.00

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 […]

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Pre-Transaction Considerations in M&A Transactions (Webinar)

AboutFaculty The pre-transactions phase of M&A transactions is an important aspect within the M&A planning process. This webinar will explore key pre-transaction considerations for lawyers, including: Transaction structuring Valuation Preliminary tax considerations Public and private companies Preliminary contractual arrangements Multiple shareholders Working with outside advisors __ *Please Note: Program formats and dates are subject to change. […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Residential Real Estate Purchase Contracts (Livestream)

AboutFaculty Understanding the various provisions in the standard form residential real estate purchase contract is vital for real estate lawyers. This program will delve into the contract, examining it clause […]

$333.75 – $445.00

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

Spousal and Child Support (Livestream)

AboutFaculty This program is only offered online via livestream. Child support and spousal support are at the heart of many family law matters. This program will review key cases, consider […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Due Diligence in M&A Transactions (Webinar)

AboutFaculty The due diligence process in an M&A transaction helps to ensure clients are making well-informed decisions. As a lawyer, it is critical to understand the due diligence process in […]

$71.25 – $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

Aligning Practice to Reality: Understanding Advance Care Planning (Webinar)

AboutFaculty As part of their clients’ estate planning, lawyers often provide advice related to advance care planning. Yet, the intersecting roles of lawyers and health care providers in this area creates uncertainty. What happens with your clients’ personal directives (PDs) in health care settings? How can you optimize the likelihood that their wishes will be […]

$71.25 – $95.00

Common Issues in M&A Transactions (Webinar)

AboutFaculty This webinar will explore common issues in M&A transactions, with topics including: Representations and warranties insurance Preclosing restructuring Regulatory considerations Financing / vendor takeback Foreign investment / competition Partial […]

$71.25 – $95.00

The Next Level: Elevating Your Practice in Estate Litigation (Edmonton)

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

AboutFacultySponsor This is the in-person registration page for The Next Level: Elevating Your Practice in Estate Litigation in Edmonton. We are also offering this program as a livestream program The nature of family dynamics and relationships affects estate litigation in ways that differ from other litigation matters. This program will delve into some of the […]

$393.75 – $525.00

The Next Level: Elevating Your Practice in Estate Litigation (Livestream)

AboutFacultySponsor This is the livestream registration page for The Next Level: Elevating Your Practice in Estate Litigation. If you would like to purchase an in-person ticket to this program, please navigate to the registration page for Edmonton. The nature of family dynamics and relationships affects estate litigation in ways that differ from other litigation matters. […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Desk Divorces for Legal Support Staff (Webinar)

AboutFaculty From the perspective of a family law practitioner, a family law paralegal, and Judicial Clerks from the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta, this webinar will explore the fundamentals […]

$95.00

Corporate Tax Structuring 101 (Webinar)

AboutFaculty Helping your business clients navigate the Tax on Split Income (TOSI) rules can be complicated. Using examples, this webinar will discuss the 2017 amendments to TOSI rules and implications […]

$25.00 – $95.00

Advanced Family Property (Edmonton)

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

AboutFaculty This is the registration page for the in-person program in Edmonton. This program is also being offered online via livestream. Breaking Up Bad, and How Not to Break Up […]

$525.00

Advanced Family Property (Livestream)

AboutFaculty This is the registration page for the livestream session. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. Breaking Up Bad, and How Not to Break […]

$525.00

Practice Foundations: Adult Guardianships and Trusteeships (Livestream)

AboutFaculty This is the registration page for the livestream session. This program is also being offered as an in-person program in Edmonton. More and more, people are losing capacity without doing estate planning, precipitating the need for guardianship and trusteeship for their affairs to be managed. Further, the rise in young adults who require extra […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Practice Foundations: Adult Guardianships and Trusteeships (Edmonton)

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

AboutFaculty This is the registration page for the in-person program in Edmonton. This program is also being offered online via livestream. More and more, people are losing capacity without doing estate planning, precipitating the need for guardianship and trusteeship for their affairs to be managed. Further, the rise in young adults who require extra help, […]

$393.75 – $525.00

Navigating Key Documents in M&A Transactions (Webinar)

AboutFaculty This webinar will explore key documents in M&A transactions and their purpose, including: Purchase and sale agreements Asset and share agreements Key provisions such as conditions, representations and warranties, […]

$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

Family Law for Legal Support Staff (Livestream)

AboutFaculty This multifaceted program will ensure participants leave with a well-rounded toolkit to excel in the dynamic field of family law. Explore key topics for legal support staff through this […]

$445.00

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

Closing the Deal in M&A Transactions (Webinar)

AboutFaculty This webinar will explore post-closing considerations and potential pitfalls when closing an M&A transaction, with topics including: Regulatory consents Third-party consents Flow of funds Trust conditions Closing mechanics Post-closing […]

$71.25 – $95.00

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