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The Advisory (2012)
The Advisory: Volume 10, Issue 3, July 2012
Index
From the President
Executive Director’s Report
Welcome New Bencher Derek Van Tassell
News
Spring into Pro Bono! Pro Bono Law Alberta Celebrates Five Years
Why it’s Important for Lawyers to Provide Pro Bono Legal Services
Goals and Objectives of Pro Bono Law Alberta
Insurance Coverage for Pro Bono Legal Service
Edmonton Community Legal Centre Offers Pro Bono Opportunities for Retiring Lawyers
Law Society’s Accomplishments Sustain Commitment to Pro Bono Culture
Justicia Project Aimed at Retaining Women Lawyers in Private Practice
Nominate a Woman Lawyer for a 2012 Women in Law Leadership Award
Features
Trust Safety Committee to Consider Changes to Program
Provisions in the Justice and Court Statutes Amendment Act comes into effect July 1, 2012
Practice
Ethically Speaking: Should Pro Bono Be Mandatory?
Volunteering Can Offer “Big Picture” Challenges
Students Can Enroll in CPLED while Waiting for their Marks
Distinguished Service Honourees Recognized for Exemplary Leadership
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
Understanding the Challenges Internationally-Trained Lawyers Face
Notation Regarding Return to Law Practices
The Advisory: Volume 10, Issue 2, April 2012
Index
From the President
Executive Director’s Report
Integrated Competence Strategy a High Priority
News
Why Does the Law Society Gather Information from Lawyers?
Your Annual Fees at Work
Federation of Law Societies Promotes Cause of Justice
Common Law Degree Implementation Approved and Underway
Law Students Awarded for Academic Excellence
Play Your Part in Achieving Personal and Career Satisfaction
Agreement Extends Mobility to Members of the Chambres des notaires du Québec
Features
Return to Law Practices Bring Challenges and Rewards
Retention and Re-Engagement Task Force Conceived as an Access to Justice Strategy
Candid Conversations held with Women in Law
Practice
Trust Safety Program Builds Public Confidence in Lawyers
Frequently Asked Questions about Trust Safety Program Forms
Who May Act as a Barrister in an Alberta court?
Ethically Speaking: Procedural and Ethical Obligations Under the New ‘Drop Dead’ Rule
A Neutral Corner: Preparing for Maternity or Parental Leave
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
The Advisory: Volume 10, Issue 1, January 2012
Index
From the President
Registries Liaison Committee Re-Established For Stakeholders
Executive Director’s Report
New President-Elect and Executive Elected for 2012-2013
News
A Portrait of the Profession in 2012
Profile of Two Lawyers: Support Needed to Encourage Young Lawyers to Practice In Small Communities
Sole Practice – A New Year Resolution
Family Law Pilot Assists Clients in Court
Alternate Delivery of Legal Services Comittee Preparing Final Recommendations
Declaration Period Now Open For CPD Plans
2011 Bencher Election Results
Supporting the Retention and Re-engagement of Lawyers in the Private Practice of Law
Features
Engaging Lawyers and Involving Stakeholders through Innovative Projects
Law Society Honours Edmonton Recipients for 50 Years of Service
Practice
Ethically Speaking: The Ethics of Limited Scope Retainers
A Neutral Corner: Getting Away From It All!
Interest Growing Strong in SoloNet Pilot Project
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
Wills and Succession Act: What’s New?
The Advisory (2011)
The Advisory: Volume 9, Issue 3, December 2011
Index
From the President
Alberta Law Foundation Increases in Funding provides Stability to Legal Aid
Executive Director’s Report
“No-Cash” and “Know-your-Client” Rules are Key in Fighting Money Laundering
News
Statutory Amendments Sought to Streamline Discipline Process
Client Identification and Verification Rules Minimize Risk
Alternative Measures for Conduct Complaints
Business Plan and Budget Keeps Fees at Current Levels
Law Society of Alberta Intervenes in Beaver Lake Cree Nation Case
Red Flags Which May Indicate Fraud
Positive Feedback on Trust Safety Program Received
Counsel Positions Serve the Public Interest and Protect Principles of Justice
Calgary Legal Guidance To Celebrate 40th Anniversary
Meet the New Executive Director: Marian De Souza takes the lead at the Alberta Lawyers’ Assistance Society
Assist Offers Support to the Legal Profession
Congratulations on Judicial Appointment to Provincial Court
Calgary Family Lawyer Inducted into Alberta Order of Excellence
Features
Fall Back to Pro Bono
New Law Dean Shares Vision for University of Calgary Program
Real Estate Practitioners: Completing a Report Form for a Protocol Claim
Law Society’s Involvement Spurs Legal Assistance to Slave Lake
Practice Review Committee Assists Members, Ensures High Standards and Protection of Public Interest
Calgary Lawyers Honoured for Fifty Years of Service
Law Society Honours Lawyers with 30 Years of Service
Practice
Ethically Speaking
A Neutral Corner
Developing a Proactive Approach to Continuing Competence
Learning Modules on Code One of Many CPD Plan Opportunities
Managing Risk: Credentialing Process Ensures Good Character
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
The Advisory: Volume 9, Issue 2, August 2011
Index
From the President
New Bencher also serves as Deputy Mayor of Fort McMurray
Executive Director’s Report
News
Queen’s Counsel Appointments Recognize Outstanding Lawyers
Congratulations on Judicial Appointment to Provincial Court
Law Society Welcomes New Practice Review Lawyer
Privilege and the role of the Law Society as an intervenor
Steps to Take Upon Receiving a Lawful Demand for Material
Continuing Competence Review a Strategic Priority
Task Force to Recommend Initiatives leading to the Retention and Re-Engagement of Lawyers
Committee Recommends Exploring Models to Enhance Legal Services Delivery to Low-income Albertans
New Law Schools in Canada
Slave Lake Fire: Volunteers from Legal Community Sought
New Lawyer from Eritrean Community Admitted to Alberta Bar
Viscount Bennett Scholarship Winner Holds Degrees in Business and Law
Peter Freeman, QC, Bursary for Indigenous Students in Law
Features
2011 Bencher Election: Introduction of Online Voting Will Enhance Election
My Life As A Bencher
Practice
A Neutral Corner
SoloNet Pilot Project Now Underway
New Code of Conduct Now Available for Review
Regular Review of Your CPD Plan Meets Ethical Obligations
Ethically Speaking
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
The Advisory: Volume 9, Issue 1, March 2011
Index
From the President
Executive Director's Report
News
New Executive Elected for 2011-2012
Independent Regulation Takes Vision
Law Society Congratulates Past Presidents on Judicial Appointments
Trust Safety Program Marks First Milestone
Welcome to New Benchers
“Raising the Pro Bono Bar” Events Designed To Engage Lawyers
Alberta Code of Conduct Approved by Benchers
About the Law Society’s Policy, Governance and Research Group
Alternative Law Firms Leverage Technology to Meet Client Needs
Distinguished Service Awards Celebrate Excellence In Legal Profession
W.B. Kelly Prizes Foster Law Studies
Court of Queen’s Bench To Hire Case Management Counsel
Need for Excess Insurance?
Feature
Profile of Sole Practitioners and Small Firms Emerge from Survey
Trending Data on Lawyers in Alberta Today
Practice
Ethically Speaking
A Neutral Corner
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
The Advisory (2010)
The Advisory: Volume 8, Issue 5, December 2010
Index
From the President
Executive Director's Report
News
Rule Approvals Launches Law Society’s Trust Safety Initiative
Lawyers at Risk Task Force to Implement Best Practices
The Three "R's": Rural, Regional and Remote
Law Society Honours Lawyers with Long Service Awards
Viscount Bennett Scholarship Winners
W. Bernie Kelly QC Memorial Prize
Understanding Insurance Coverage for Pro Bono Legal Service
In with the New! Alternative Business Structures focus of Law Conference Plenary
Feature
Risks Up Close
Eulogy for Tom Mayson, QC: February 1, 1928-October 18, 2010
Legal Icon Marks 70 Years of Service
Practice
Ethically Speaking
A Neutral Corner
LESA Awards
Evaluate your 2010 CPD Goals
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
The Advisory: Volume 8, Issue 4, October 2010
Index
From the President
Executive Director's Report
News
Parties Outline Positions in Legal Aid Agreement Renewal
A Short History of Legal Aid Alberta
Agreement Directs Law Society’s Interest in Legal Aid Governance
Safety of Trust Property Strategy Among Most Advanced
New Rules of Court Come into Effect November 2010
Developing Strategies for Retention and Re-Engagement of Lawyers
Small Firms Provide Majority of Legal Services to Individual Albertans
Participation in Aboriginal Law Student Program Nets Summer Jobs
Public Representative Appointed to Accreditation Committee
Rule Governs Recruitment For Summer Student Positions
Edmonton Judge Honoured with National Pro Bono Award
Six month Continuing Professional Development Plan Check-Up
Feature
Legal Aid Changes Spur Discussion
Practice
Ethically Speaking: Alberta a Leader in Drafting a Model Code
A Neutral Corner: Alternative Work Schedules: Guidelines for Law Firms
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
The Advisory: Volume 8, Issue 3, June 2010
Index
From the President
Executive Director’s Report
News
New Safety of Trust Property Strategy: Pilot Program to be Phased In
Safety of Trust Property Project Supports Lawyers in Fulfilling their Duty
The Power of Pro Bono: Stepping Up
Quebec Mobility Agreement: Another Major Step Towards National Mobility
Lawyers at Risk Roundtable: Programs Identified to Address Gaps in Services
Real Estate Claims Impact Insurance Levy
Lawyers Incorporate Continuing Professional Development as a Best Practice
Alan Dale Hunter, QC, Bencher & Law Society of Alberta Past President
Features
Most Albertans Satisfied with their Lawyers: Ipsos Reid Poll Shows
Why I hired an Articling Student
Aboriginal Law Summer Program Creates Environment for Students to Become Invested in Law
Aboriginal Law Student Summer Program Provides Career Opportunities
Practice
Ethically Speaking: Getting away from it all
A Neutral Corner: Atmosphere of Respect Can Improve Firm’s Bottom-line
Women in Law Seminar – Options & Opportunities
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
The Advisory: Volume 8, Issue 2, April 2010
Index
From the President
Executive Director’s Report
News
Retention and Re-engagement Task Force to Identify Initiatives
Time Right to Improve Complaints and Discipline Process
A New Trust Strategy Builds on Public Confidence
“The New Rules of Court: A Seamless Transition” Course Offering by LESA
Family Members Can Now Own Shares in Professional Corporations
Lawyers at Risk Roundtable First Step Towards Improvements
Welcome to New Benchers
Composite Articles a Win-Win for Both Employers and Students
Features
An Interview with the University of Calgary’s Dean of Law: How New Law School will Increase Access to Justice
An Interview with the University of Alberta’s Dean of Law: Recognizing that Access to Justice is a Global Issue
Strategic Priorities Identified for Pro Bono Law Alberta
W. Bernie Kelly QC Memorial Prize Winners
Law Society of Alberta and CBA Alberta shine a light on 2010 Distinguished Service Award Recipients
Practice
Ethically Speaking: Tips for Delivering Bad News
A Neutral Corner: Education Key to Resolving Problems
Women in Law – Options & Opportunities
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
The Advisory: Volume 8, Issue 1, January 2010
Index
From the President
Executive Director’s Report
News
President-Elect, Executive Elected for 2010
Welcome to new Deputy Executive Director - Regulation
Several Issues Identified in First Alternate Delivery of Legal Services Report
Is the Law Society of Alberta Acting “In the Public Interest”?
National Pro Bono Law 2010 Conference Coming to Calgary
Long Service Awards Honour Eight Alberta Lawyers
Law Society of Alberta Welcomes New Leaders of the Court of Queen’s Bench
Features
Model Code Sets National Standards of Conduct
Benchers Welcome Larry Ackerl
New Distance Learning Platform Streamlines Learning
What is CPLED?
Distance Learning Focus of CPLED Role
2009 Distinguished Service Award Recipients
Non-Traditional Learning Plans Can Meet CPD Requirements
Opening of Child Support Recalculation Program
Practice
Ethically Speaking: Do I Need To Report Myself?
Student Recruitment Dates June 7-18, 2010
Lack Of Balance A Significant Factor Influencing Decision To Leave Practice
New Trust Accounting Controls and Audit Regime to be Phased In
Regulatory
Summary of Disciplinary Matters
Lawyers Honoured for 30 or More Years of Active Membership
Lawyer Directory