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Municipal Law (South)

Lessons Learned from the Recent Municipal Elections

Presenter: Maggie Burlington
A discussion of lessons learned from the recent municipal election such as, the hand count, recounts, legislative interpretation and the toll of a modern municipal election.

Child & Youth Law (South)

Appeals from the Court of Justice: Practical Tips for Lawyers

Presenters: Fraser Gordon & Sallee Maxwell
We will cover such questions as: How do you preserve your appeal? What steps do you need to take? What is the process once you’ve filed in the Court of King’s Bench?

Administrative Law (South)

Bill 13: Opening the Doré to Judicial Review of the Interpretation and Application of the Charter

Presenter: Robert Bilak
In this meeting, we will review the building blocks of Bill 13, consider the history of attempts to balance speech and discipline of regulated professionals, and assess the impact of Bill 13 on judicial reviews.

Family Law (North)

Key Tax Considerations for Family Property Settlements

Presenters: Trevor Philippon & Yembeh Moiba
Learn from the experts: what you should know when considering and drafting settlements.

Legal Research & Knowledge Management (South)

Knowledge Management and Research in the Public Sector: Perspectives From the ASC

Presenter: Chelsea Tolppanen
An overview of how public sector teams support innovation, monitor evolving risks and changes, and enable training within a regulatory context.

Young Lawyers (North)

Judgement Enforcement 101

Presenters: Kari L. Sejr, Sean S. McMann, Coulton Bell
You were successful in obtaining judgment, but collecting that judgment is an entirely different process. This seminar will provide an overview of how to enforce court judgments, including an outline of various steps.

CBA Alberta

New Year, New Financial Goals

Presenter(s): Darcy Bruce & Natasha Black
A practical session for law students and new lawyers focused on strategies to manage money and build a strong financial foundation for long-term success.

Aboriginal Law (South)

Indigenous Law: Year in Review

Presenters: Ankita Gupta & Sarah Taylor
A review of the most notable legal developments in Indigenous law in 2025, with a look forward at what is to come in 2026.

Wills & Trusts (South)

Where We Are: Estate Freezes & Post-Mortem Share Planning (Including Pipelines)

Discussion around the current landscape for the uses of estate freezes and post-mortem share planning, including information about pipeline planning.

Criminal Justice (South)

The Implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Criminal Law

Presenters: The Honourable Justice Lisa A. Silver & Michael G. Bates KC
Is AI providing a tremendous benefit or does it pose significant risks in the practice of Criminal Law.

Insurance Law (South)

So, You’re Being Sued? – What To Do as a Practicing Lawyer Being Sued

Presenters: Fred R. Fenwick, K.C., Jessica Dorsey
Mr. Fenwick and Ms. Dorsey will be presenting various topics involving lawyers negligence lawsuits, including when to report yourself to ALIA, how the process typically moves forward, and carriage of the matter on behalf of ALIA.

Construction Law (South)

Risk Ready: Insuring the Construction Project

Presenters: Al Wielgoz & John Boone
An overview of construction site insurance topics spanning key insurance products, policy terms, contract insurance requirements, professional liability, common exclusions, and claims considerations.

Wills, Estates & Trusts

Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest: The Nuances of Advanced Care Planning and Understanding MAiD in 2025

Presenter: Sheri Somerville
MAiD in 2025, considering the difference between Palliative Care, Hospice care and MAiD.

Real Property Residential Web

Overview of ALIA, the Group Policy, Reporting Claims, and Practical Tips

Presenters: Janelle Gobin & Kirsten Senz
An introduction to ALIA, including when and how to report claims, and specific issues ALIA sees in real estate claims. Using practical examples, it highlights how these claims arise and their impact on everyday real estate practice.

In-House Lawyers (South), Young Lawyers (South)

So, You Want To Go In-house

Presenters: Sean Assié, Peter Howorun & Dean McCluskey
A panel discussion about working in-house with perspectives from a new in-house lawyer, an in-house veteran, and a lawyer who moved back to private practice.

Elder Law – (South)

Heart and Brain Health: Awareness and Action

Presenters: Samantha Semper & Donna L. Gee
This session explains what heart attacks and strokes are, their risk factors, and key warning signs.

Securities Law (South)

Review of the SCC Decision in Markowich v Lundin

Presenters: Andrew Wilson, KC
Questions like: The more things (materially) change, the more things stay the same? What impact does the SCC decision in Markowich v. Lundin Mining Corporation have on issuers? and more will be analyzed and discussed.

CBA Alberta

2026 Distinguished Service Awards

Jointly presented by the Law Society of Alberta and the Canadian Bar Association - Alberta.

Securities Law (South)

What’s New at CIRO - Regulatory Update and Crypto Developments

Presenters: Richard Korble & Moty Moravvej
An update on recent developments at the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization, including regulatory updates and developments regarding crypto currencies.