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Alternative Dispute Resolution (South)

Close Conflict: Using Online ADR in Condominium Dispute Resolution and Beyond

Presenter: Marc Bhalla
This session explores the evolution of online alternative dispute resolution in condominium conflicts, featuring Marc Bhalla’s two-decade career journey and insights into opportunities, challenges, and broader applications.

Real Property Law - Commercial (South)

Modernizing Alberta's Land Titles Registry

Presenters: Michelle Hutchinson & Anna Suen
The Alberta Land Titles and Surveys (LTS) is modernizing its systems to improve the speed and accuracy of land registration services, a vital part of Alberta’s economy. Legal professionals are invited to provide feedback on the proposed submission processes for the new Alberta Registry for Land Online (ARLO)

Creditor & Debtor Law (North)

Borrowers Behaving Badly

Presenters: Kari Sejr & Coralie Mohr
A roundtable discussion with the speaker's thoughts on the rise of aggressive and vexatious defendants in foreclosure and judgment enforcement actions in Alberta.

CBA Alberta

Workflow Automation Unleashed for Busy Law Firms

Nathan Lee & Miquela Anzulovich
Looking for practical insights and actionable strategies to optimize your firm's workflows? Learn how to leverage automation tools to increase productivity and profits at your firm.

Taxation Law (South)

The Due Diligence Defence in Canadian Tax Law

Presenter: Mac Paterson-Tebutt
This presentation will discuss the evolution and application of the due diligence defence in Canadian tax law, with an emphasis on practical considerations for tax practitioners.

Women Lawyers' Forum (North)

Honouring Truth and Reconciliation with Susan Rawlings and Koren Lightning

Presenters: Susan Rawlings, Koren Lightning
WLF is pleased to welcome Indigenous lawyers Susan Rawlings and Koren Lightning for an in-person conversation honouring their leadership in the legal profession and listening to their perspectives on the law and lawyering.

Municipal Law (South)

Introduction to the TIAB

Presenter: Jennifer Sykes
An introduction to Tax Incentive Appeal Boards in the Province of Alberta, with a focus on the recently established Calgary TIAB

Natural Resources (South)

Mature Assets & Immature Strategies: The Role for AI to Address Liabilities and Accelerate Projects

Presenters: The Honourable Doug Schweitzer, Mark Proud, Bill Whitelaw
The panel will provide an overview of the Mature Asset Strategy and discuss AI solutions and the opportunities and challenges they pose for the future of the industry.

Child & Youth Law (South)

Evidence in Family Law Matters

Presenter: The Honourable Justice M.J. Shaften
Breaking the Myth that “There Are No Rules of Evidence in Family Law.” Join a discussion of the Rules of Evidence in Family Law Matters and denouncing the myth that there are no rules.

Civil Litigation (North)

Forensic Accountants in Civil Litigation

Presenter: Justin Thoman
Come learn tips and tricks for analyzing financial records on civil litigation files.

Family Law (North)

Child-Centered and Child-Inclusive Mediation

Presenters: Trish Hebert & The Honourable Jim Williams
Learn about child-centered and child-inclusive approaches in mediation and judicial dispute resolution, as Trish Hebert and retired Justice Jim Williams share practical strategies for incorporating children's voices and interests into out-of-court family processes.

Family Law (North)

Child-Centered and Child-Inclusive Mediation

Presenters: Trish Hebert & The Honourable Jim Williams
Learn about child-centered and child-inclusive approaches in mediation and judicial dispute resolution, as Trish Hebert and retired Justice Jim Williams share practical strategies for incorporating children's voices and interests into out-of-court family processes.

Labour & Employment Law (South)

Lischuk v K-Jay - Big notice period, Big damages. Interaction with Kirke v Spartan?

Presenters: Phillip Prowse & Inder Dhiman
Philip Prowse was successful legal counsel for the plaintiff in Lischuk v. K-Jay Electric, a significant and recent Alberta employment law case. He’ll be sharing insights into the case and its broader impact.

Health Law (South)

Practical Considerations in Medical Malpractice Files

Presenters: Izaak Atnikov & Lauren Barteluk
Discussion of the practical considerations, from both the Plaintiff and Defense perspective, in managing medical malpractice files - from initial file identification and retainer, through evidence gathering, expert identification and report creation, questioning, and ultimately, trial preparation.

CBA Alberta

Mental Health Reimagined: Unlocking the Power of the Lawyer’s Subconscious Mind for Well-Being

Presenters: Loraine Champion, KC & Marc Adler
This session invites lawyers to reframe stress not as something caused entirely by work itself, but as a reflection of our inner response to it. By learning to reprogram subconscious patterns and let go of negative emotions, lawyers can move towards thriving in a demanding profession with greater balance, clarity and resilience.

Administrative Law (South)

Charkhandeh v CDSA: Sanction & Hearing Costs under the HPA

Presenter: Marco Baldasaro
The recent decision of the Alberta Court of Appeal in Charkhandeh v College of Dental Surgeons of Alberta, provides a significant update to the law as it relates to sanctions and hearing costs arising out of disciplinary proceedings under the HPA.

Legal Research & Knowledge Management (South)

Alberta Law Libraries—Your Gateway to Smarter Legal Research

Presenter: Robert Hudson
In today’s fast-paced legal landscape, efficient research isn’t just a skill, it’s a strategic advantage. Join us for a dynamic session exploring the full spectrum of online and in-library resources offered by Alberta Law Libraries (ALL).

Wills & Trusts (South)

Planning Considerations for Digital Assets

Presenters: Demetre Vasilounis
In an increasingly digital age, it is imperative to consider how our online accounts and data will be managed after our passing. In this comprehensive webinar, we'll explore how to access and protect digital assets.

South - Student Full

Building a Legal Career: Insights from Practicing Lawyers

Presenters: Robert Bassett, Ronke Omorodion, Sierra Yanush & Rafael Badiola
This event offers a unique chance to hear from experienced lawyers about their journeys. Learn about the paths they took, the challenges they faced, and gain valuable insights to help you start planning your own career.

Young Lawyers (South)

Anatomy of a Corporate Transaction

Presenters: Rhonda Parhar & Ashley Murray
This presentation provides a detailed exploration of Purchase Agreements within the broader context of corporate transactions, and is structured to give legal professionals a practical and legal understanding of how Purchase Agreements are used, structured, and negotiated.

Small, Solo & General Practice (South)

RSPs, TFSAs, IPPs, PCs, and Other Investment and Financial Strategies of Interest

Presenters: Akshat Shukla & Todd Cowman
Join us as we explore the various investment strategies available for use by small, solo, and general practitioners, and answer your questions as to whether, when, and how to use the various investment vehicles

North - Student Full

Building a Legal Career: Insights from Practicing Lawyers

Presenters: Andrew Foster, Patricia Paradis, and Phillip Peters
This event offers a unique chance to hear from experienced lawyers about their journeys. Learn about the paths they took, the challenges they faced, and gain valuable insights to help you start planning your own career.

Construction Law (South)

Artificial Intelligence in the Practice of Construction Law

Presenters: Tiana Van Dyk & Stefan Gruszka
Please join us as we share valuable insight from various users of AI in the construction realm, including inhouse and external construction lawyers and a document management service provider to discuss specifi

Criminal Justice (North)

Sexual Assault Law Update

Presenters: Will van Engen & Adam Badari
Sexual assault prosecutions are legally complex, and the law is rapidly evolving. This meeting will address recent legal developments, including cases addressing the admissibility of sexual history evidence and the mens rea for sexual assault.

Family Law (South)

Exemptions - The Grey Areas

Exemptions, what counts, what doesn’t, and what about those tricky situations in between? This session will provide practical insights to help you navigate exemptions. You will be walked through the nuances and common grey areas.

Business Law (North)

Fall Social at CRAFT

Mix & Mingle: Where Business Law Meets Happy Hour

Personal Injury Law (South)

Mandatory Litigation Plans in Civil Cases - Food Forethought

Presenters: Andrew Wilson KC & Ryan Phillips
Our presenters will unpack the new rules and requirements now in force for litigation plans in civil litigation. Learn how these mandatory litigation plans are reshaping civil procedure—and what you need to know to stay ahead.

Privacy & Access Law (South)

The FOIP Fork - Alberta's New ATIA and POPA

Presenters: Adam LaRoche & Erika Romanow
Join us for a discussion about Alberta's new public sector privacy legislation: (i) the Access to Information Act; and (ii) the Protection of Privacy Act, which have replaced the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Labour & Employment Law (North)

Fact-Finding Without Fallout

Presenter: Liliane Gingras
Emerging Issues in Workplace Investigations for Labour and Employment Lawyers.

Civil Litigation (South)

Litigating in the Alberta Court of Justice

Presenter: Assistant Chief Justice The Honourable D.B. Higa (Alberta Court of Justice)
The Court of Justice’s procedure is intended to be quick, inexpensive and simple. This session will provide an overview of the Court’s civil procedure and best practices to help counsel act effectively and efficiently in this Court.

CBA Alberta

The View from the Bench: A Chat with Alberta's Chiefs

Presenters: Chief Justice Ritu Khullar, Chief Justice Kent H. Davidson & Chief Justice James A. Hunter
CBA Alberta President Christopher Samuel sits down with Alberta’s Chief Justices for this year’s Chat with the Chiefs, offering an insightful exchange on the direction of Alberta’s Courts. The conversation will explore current priorities, recent developments, and the broader vision informing the work of the judiciary across the province.