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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

CBA Alberta

2026 Distinguished Service Awards

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