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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.

Civil Litigation (North)

Forensic Accountants in Civil Litigation

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

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.

Family Law (North)

Child-Centered and Child-Inclusive Mediation

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Immigration Law (North)

Complex Refugee Claims: Unique Challenges

Presenter: Rebeka Lauks
The session will examine complex claims, including those involving ministerial intervention and exclusion issues. The session will also explore best practices, and participants will gain practical strategies for advocating for clients facing these unique challenges.

Business Law (South)

Insurance 101

Presenter: Brian Ross
A refresher on the different types of insurance that you might encounter in advising your clients on transactions and in their own business dealings.

Administrative Law (North)

Privative Clauses at the Supreme Court of Canada: Coming Soon

Presenter: Jon Faulds, KC

Law Students - U of C

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

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

Law Students - U of A

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.

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

Presenter: Laurie Tymchuk
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 a

Aboriginal Law (South)

Treaty Annuities - Cross-Country Checkup

Presenter: Ryan Lake
Since Restoule resolved the Robinson Huron Treaty Annuities Case for treaty First Nations in that treaty area, cases have spread across the country seeking similar interpretations of this fundamental treaty promise.

Business Law (North)

Fall Social at CRAFT

Mix & Mingle: Where Business Law Meets Happy Hour

Health Law (North)

Consent in Medical Malpractice

Presenter: William Hembroff
This presentation will discuss the the practical aspects of informed consent along with the law of informed consent.

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.

Insurance Law (South)

What's it Worth? Valuing Claims Through Dispute Resolution

Presenters: Robert Hsu & John Valeriote Join us for a panel discussion about the scope, practicalities and pitfalls of the statutory dispute resolution process featuring two seasoned advocates with extensive experience as insured and insurer representatives.

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.

Taxation Law (North)

Unlocking the Mystery of Business Valuation

Presenter: Sarah Gibson & Michael Nazarevich
Demystify valuation reports, approaches, and the levers that drive value. Hear practical insights, illustrative examples, and clear up common misconceptions — including why “price” and “value” aren’t the same thing.

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.