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CBA Alberta

A Conversation With Hon. Mickey Amery, Alberta Minister Of Justice

CBA Alberta welcomes Alberta’s Minister of Justice, Mickey Amery, KC, ECA for a special conversation with CBA Alberta President Robert Bassett. Join us as they discuss current justice initiatives and what lies ahead for Alberta’s justice portfolio.
Presenters: The Honourable Mickey Amery, Alberta Minister of Justice

Child &, Youth Law (South)

A Social Evening of Drinks, Appies, and Great Conversations!

Join us for an evening of connection and conversation! Enjoy a drink and light snacks while mingling with your fellow Child & Youth Section Subscribers and special guests.

Municipal Law (South)

General Discussion, Executive Election, and Year End Social

Network in person over lunch to discuss recent decisions and legislative amendments and to hold the executive elections. Bring your favourite cases, pet peeves, and ideas for topics for next year. To sweeten the deal - ice cream will be served!

CBA Alberta

Inns of Court - Red Deer

Topic: Preparation, Preparation, Preparation: The Key to Effective Advocacy

Creditor &, Debtor Law (North)

The Intersection of Bankruptcy and Family Law – Recent Case

The presentation will cover recent cases and practical issues in family law and bankruptcy, including property claims, surviving claims, undervalue transfers, Dower rights, and insights from trustees.
Presenters: Sandra Landy, Rebecca Frederick, Rebecca Frederick and Daniel England

Articling Students (Provincial)

Alternative Career Paths for Lawyers

Exploring In-House Roles, Government Positions, and Non-Traditional Legal Careers Where a Legal Background Is an Asset
Presenters: Loraine Champion K.C., Pauline Chan & Celeste Feick

Family Law (North)

Year-End Social at Vine Arts

Wills &, Trusts (South)

Year-end Roundup - Caselaw Update & Legislative Review

Please join us at noon on Tuesday May 13, 2025 as we hear from Aasim Hirji, Director of Canadian Tax Law, and Evan Crocker, Senior Tax Associate at Moodys Tax, discuss US-Canada Estate Tax Considerations.

Natural Resources (South)

Path to Net Zero & Distribution Utility Costs and Recent Developments for Facilities Applications at the Alberta Utilities Commission

Presenter: Carolyn Dahl Rees & Renee Marx

Labour &, Employment Law (South)

How the Heck Can I Get My Matter to Trial?

Let’s face it: when it comes to litigating disputes, it can be tricky to figure out the best way to get an actual decision from the Court. Should you try for summary judgment? Should you proceed through the traditional litigation process and wait for avai

Health Law (South), Personal Injury Law (South)

Case Law: Year in Review & Social

Join Craig Gillespie for a review of recent caselaw, trends, and changes to the law relevant to both plaintiff and defence litigators on personal injury, medical malpractice, and general civil litigation in Alberta. There will be a social event afterwards.
Presenters: Craig Gillespie

Health Law (South), Personal Injury Law (South)

Case Law: Year in Review

Join Craig Gillespie for a review of recent caselaw, trends, and changes to the law relevant to both plaintiff and defence litigators on personal injury, medical malpractice, and general civil litigation in Alberta.
Presenters: Craig Gillespie

Elder Law (South)

Planning for Disabled Beneficiaries: AISH, RDSPs, DTC and Other Supports

As more seniors live with disabilities or care for aging spouses and peers, understanding the financial and legal tools available becomes increasingly important.
Gordon VanderLeek
Presenter: Gordon VanderLeek

Environmental, Energy &, Resources Law (North)

Environmental Case Law Update

Join these three presenters as they review some of the notable cases in environmental, energy, and natural resources law. This is the final presentation of the 2025-2026 year, and we encourage you to attend in person if you can!
Presenters: Sean Parker, Anya Manukyan, Kurt Soderstrom

Legal Research &, Knowledge Management (South)

Unleash Your Inner Detective at Escape60 - Social Event

Remember the thrill of solving mysteries, cracking codes, and outsmarting your friends in childhood games? It’s time to revive that spirit at the "Legal Research and Knowledge Management Section's Social Event!"

Young Lawyers (South)

Financial Planning for Young Lawyers

This practical session is designed to help young lawyers build financial confidence, manage student debt, budget effectively, and make informed investment decisions for their future.
Presenter: Sally McRae, Eva Ma & Darcy Bruce

Construction Law (South)

Year-End Social at Barbarella Bar

As the 2024–25 season of Section programming comes to a close, your Construction Law Section Executive warmly invites all Section subscribers to join us at Barbarella Bar to mix, mingle and enjoy refreshments generously provided by our returning event sponsors, HKA and Revay.

CBA Alberta

Retirement on Trial: Life’s Next Case | Edmonton

Join us for a special screening of Retirement on Trial, a compelling documentary exploring the challenges and opportunities of life beyond law. Stay for a thought-provoking panel discussion with the filmmaker, legal professionals, and retirement experts, followed by a reception where you can connect and continue the conversation.
Presenters: Stephen Herman, Evelyn Neaman, Honourable Donna Shelley, KC, Honourable Robert Philp, KC, & Randall Osgood

Family Law (South)

Six Minute Series

Young Lawyers (North)

Year-End Social at The Banquet

CBA Alberta

Retirement on Trial: Life’s Next Case | Calgary

Join us for a special screening of Retirement on Trial, a compelling documentary exploring the challenges and opportunities of life beyond law. Stay for a thought-provoking panel discussion with the filmmaker, legal professionals, and retirement experts, followed by a reception where you can connect and continue the conversation.
Presenters: Stephen Herman, Evelyn Neaman, Honourable Marina Paperny KC, Michael Swanson KC, & Pamela McCluskey

Business Law (South)

Start-up Law

This is a presentation of legal issues relating to emerging and high growth companies.
Presenter: Adam T. Rock

Small, Solo &, General Practice (South)

Year-End Social

Join us for a year-end social event to meet other SSGP practitioners and enjoy some refreshments at the Fox on 6th.

In-House Lawyers (South)

Effective Use of Artificial Intelligence for In-House Lawyers

Please join us as our panelists discuss the use of artificial intelligence for contract drafting and other legal work
Presenters: Laura Jeffords Greenberg, Claire Feltrin & Stephen Burns

Administrative Law (North)

Deference and the Administrative-Legislative Paradox in Judicial Review

This presentation explores why, by: a) exploring this paradox from a descriptive level and adding caveats to it; and b) exploring four complementary hypotheses as to why the paradox may exist, based on: i) an emphasis on purpose instead of text legal interpretation; ii) the desire to seek internal or external coherence throughout public law; iii) the extent to which different conceptions of the separation of powers explains the paradox; and iv) insights from critical legal studies.
Presenter: Gerard Kennedy

Business Law (North), Commercial Property &, Leasing (North), Real Property (North)

Year-End Social at CRAFT

Administrative Law (South)

Summer Social

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting new ones.

In-House Lawyers (North)

In-House Counsel Survey Results & Industry Trends

Our speakers will share insights from their 2024 In-House Counsel Career and Compensation Survey, highlighting key data, industry trends, and evolving career dynamics. The session will provide practical guidance on compensation, talent retention, and career strategies to help legal professionals navigate a shifting in-house landscape.
Presenters: Miriam Leung & Meaghan Loughry

Aboriginal Law (South), Environmental Law (South)

Social and Networking Event at the Petroleum Club!

Join the Environmental Law South Section and Aboriginal Law South Section for a networking event and celebrate the start of summer! Open to all CBA members.

Creditor &, Debtor Law (North)

Year-End Social at CRAFT

Insurance Law (South)

Summer Social - Lawn Bowling

Join us for a fun summer evening at the CBA Insurance Law South Section Annual Lawn Bowling Event!