Publications, Resouces & Forms

EBulletins

This page includes only those EBulletins issued from Spring 2008 onwards.

2009 | 2008

2009

December 11, 2009

  • Notice to the Profession - Disbarment of James E. Toone

December 8, 2009

  • President-Elect, Executive Elected for 2010
  • Is the Law Society of Alberta Acting "In the Public Interest"
  • PBLA Survey to Determine Feasibility of Roster Program
  • Court of Queen's Bench Notice About Communications Channels
  • Surprise Swearing-out Ceremony for Justice R.C. Cairns
  • Thanks for Participating in CPD Survey

December 2, 2009

  • Notice to the Profession - Disbarment of Bradley W. Enge
  • Notice to the Profession - Disbarment of John H.G. Casuga

November 27, 2009

  • Fraud Alerts: Beware of Scams Circulating
  • Awards Recognize Outstanding Lawyers
  • Court of Appeal Practice Directions Amended
  • Court of Queen's Bench Notice About Communications Channels
  • Model Code Adopted by FLSC
  • Access to Alberta Law Libraries in Calgary

November 12, 2009

  • Last Chance to Nominate an Outstanding Lawyer
  • Implementation Delayed of the New Rules of Court
  • Farewell to the Chief

November 6, 2009

  • Notice to the Profession: Disbarment of Michael H. Grosh
  • Notice to the Profession: Suspension of Ihor Broda
  • Insolvency Matters Handled by Commercial Practice Committee

November 2, 2009

  • Tribute Dinner to Honour Justice Wachowich
  • Is the Law Society Acting "In the Public Interest?"
  • Emergency Preparations - Operation of Alberta Courts
  • Final Report Published on Creation of Wills
  • Shine a Light on an Outstanding Lawyer

October 16, 2009

  • Read the Advisory Online
  • Calculation of Limitation Periods
  • Nominate an Outstanding Lawyer for a Distinguished Service Award

October 2, 2009

  • Benchers Welcome Larry Ackerl
  • Election Cycle Changes
  • Call for Committee Volunteers
  • Pro Bono Defence Counsel Needed for Conduct Matters
  • Shine a Light on an Outstanding Lawyer
  • Feedback Needed on Continuing Professional Development

September 25, 2009

  • Your Feedback Needed on Continuing Professional Development
  • Keeping Contact Information Current with the Law Society of Alberta

September 4, 2009

  • Notice to the Profession - Stay of Disbarment of Matthew V.R. Merchant
  • Fraud Alert: Variations of Fraud Circulating
  • Queen's Counsel Applications Due on September 4

August 17, 2009

  • Notice to the Profession - Suspension of John A. Sutherland
  • Historical Dinner to Focus on Alberta's Legal Mavericks
  • Volunteer Lawyers Service Now Operated by PBLA
  • September 4th Deadline for Queen's Counsel Applications

July 30, 2009

  • Notice to the Profession - Suspension of Terry James Thomas
  • Rules Amended Regarding Change to Citizenship Requirements (TILMA)
  • New Code Rule Relieves Conflict of Interest for Pro Bono Clinics
  • Nominate an Outstanding Lawyer for an Award

July 10, 2009

  • Legal Aid Review to Improve Access to Justice
  • PBLA Partnership Will Contribute Towards Ending Homelessness
  • Universal Transcript Format Now Adopted
  • Consolidated Federal Statutes & Regulations on Justice Laws Website
  • Non-Lawyer Public Representative Appointed
  • Queen's Counsel Application Deadline Sept 4, 2009

June 22, 2009

  • Insurance Levy Applies Only to Active Insured Lawyers in Alberta

June 19, 2009

  • 2009 Insurance Levy Due June 30, 2009
  • What is the 2009/2010 Insurance Levy?
  • New Type of Fraud Identified in Ontario
  • Consider Purchasing Excess Coverage
  • ALIA Celebrates 20th Anniversary

June 11, 2009

  • Notice of Disbarment - Matthew V. R. Merchant

June 2, 2009

  • Notice of Disbarment - Bradley J. Willis
  • Pro Bono Law Alberta - Notice of Annual Meeting

May 26, 2009

  • New Frauds Targeting Alberta Lawyers
  • Access Sought to Lawyer's Trust Account
  • Cash Purchase Made for Local Real Estate
  • Red Flags and Tips from LawPro
  • Keep the Law Society Informed on Fraud Activities Targeting Your Practices
  • Correction: Link to PBLA's Summer Newsletter
  • Alberta Court of Appeal: Amendments to Practice Directions

May 14, 2009

  • Organized Fraud Underway
  • Fraud: How to avoid becoming its next victim
  • Bad Cheque Scams - Red Flags and Tips
  • Real Estate Scams - Red Flags and Tips
  • PBLA Winter Newsletter

May 8, 2009

  • Real Estate Scams - Red Flags and Tips
  • Is the Fraudster in your Office?

May 4, 2009

  • Increased Investment Loss Impacts Insurance Levy
  • Historic Levels of the Levy
  • When Is Payment Due?
  • Consider Purchasing Excess Coverage

April 30, 2009

  • Notice of Disbarment - Brian D. Hassett

April 28, 2009

  • Correction of Suspension Notice
  • Plan to Attend a Trust Accounting Seminar

April 23, 2009

  • Notice of Suspension - Nicola Alexandra Davis
  • Notices of Suspension - Non-Payment of 2009/2010 Annual Member Fee
  • Notice of Suspension - Non-Payment of 2009/2010 Annual Member Fee

April 15, 2009

  • Task Force Project Plan Sees Broad Consultation
  • 2009 Queen's Counsel Selection Process Underway
  • Welcome to New Bencher - Sarah King-D'Souza

April 3, 2009

  • Notice of Suspension - Paul LeClair
  • Notice of Suspension - Sally Anne McLellan

March 13, 2009

  • Current Law Society Member Cards Valid for Facilities

March 9, 2009

  • March 16 Deadline for Fees, Forms and CPD Declaration
  • LESA Program: Limited Scope Retainers
  • Client ID Rule Amendments Updated
  • AGM to be held April 2, 2009

February 27, 2009

  • Client ID Rule Updated Amendments
  • Amendments to Recruitment Rules
  • Fillable Law Society Forms Online Now
  • March 16, 2009 Deadline for Fees, Forms and CPD Declaration
  • Have Your Say! Feedback needed on Advisory & Website
  • Provincial Law Libraries Closed March 5 & 6, 2009

February 20, 2009

  • Mailing of Fee Invoices Now Complete
  • 2009 LAA Access to Justice Awards Nominations Open
  • Feedback Needed on Advisory and Website

February 11, 2009

  • Message from the President
  • 2009 - 2010 Executive
  • New Access to Justice Committee Formed
  • 2009 Recruitment Period
  • Lawyer to Embark on Children's Cancer Ride
  • Declare CPD Plans by March 15, 2009
  • Invitation to CanLII User Meeting

January 23, 2009

  • New! Declare Your CPD Plan Online Easily
  • Why Independence Matters - Law Society Plenary
  • Notice of Suspension - J. Grahame Loader
  • Alberta Law Review Readership Survey
  • Pro Bono Network News: Winter 2009
  • Law Society Seeks Public Representative (Lay Bencher)

January 7, 2009

  • Lawyers Recognized for Distinguished Service in 2009
  • Law Society Plenary: Why Independence Matters
  • Legal Practitioners Target of Fraud

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2008

December 16, 2008

  • Client ID Rule: NEW Amendments
  • CQB Pre-trial Conference Schedule: Spring 2009

December 12, 2008

  • Bencher Meeting Focuses on Security of Trust Funds
  • New "Know Your Client" Rules in Effect Dec 31, 2008
  • CPD: Rule and Code Change
  • CPD Survey - Please complete by Jan 5, 2009
  • Assist Phone Number Change
  • Rules of Court Project: Final Report Published

December 5, 2008

  • Notice of Disbarment - Gina Cosgrove
  • Notice of Disbarment - Blair Petterson

December 2, 2008

  • Disbarment - Joseph P. Wachowich
  • Disbarment - David J. Penton

November 26, 2008

  • The Advisory, November 2008

November 24, 2008

  • DSA Nomination Deadline now Dec 1, 2008
  • Start your Continuing Professional Development Plans
  • Dean, Faculty of Law, University of Alberta

November 19, 2008

  • Call for Nominations for 2009 Awards
  • Feedback sought on Practice Advisors Service
  • 2008 Bencher Election

November 14, 2008

  • New Client ID Rules To Come In Effect December 31, 2008
  • Vote in 2008 Bencher Election
  • Practice Advisor Services Feedback
  • DSA Award Deadline November 24, 2008
  • Notice of Disbarment - Mr. James Douglas Braiden

November 5, 2008

  • Disbarment - Mr. Brent Frederick Bittner
  • Disbarment - Mr. David Eugene Kiester
  • Suspension - Madeline Wood

October 31, 2008

  • Suspension - Mr. David J. Penton

October 28, 2008

  • New Client ID & Verification Rules Effective December 1, 2008
  • Consultation on Common Law Degree
  • Distinguished Service Award Deadline November 24, 2008
  • 2009 Law Society Committee Application

October 16, 2008

  • Invitation to hear Rex Murphy Speak at Media and Law Seminar

October 9, 2008

  • Is the Rule of Law on Trial? Media & Law Seminar

October 1, 2008

  • Client Identification and Verification
  • Guidelines, Application and Rules on Website
  • Client ID Sample Forms

September 22, 2008

  • Early Bird Registration Sept 24 for Media & Law Seminar
  • Frauds Involving Counterfeit Certified Cheques & Bank Drafts
  • Do You Know Your Client?

September 15, 2008

  • Notice of Disbarment - Mr. Terry L. Britton
  • Notice of Disbarment - Mr. Charles F. McGee
  • Notice of Suspension - Mr. Jodie K. Holder

September 15, 2008

  • Deadline for Bencher Nominations Sept 16
  • CPD Presentations Available
  • LASA Annual Historical Dinner

September 2, 2008

  • Bencher Election Nomination Deadline
  • Distinguished Service Award nominations open
  • Is the Rule of Law on Trial?
  • PBLA Network News Online

August 1, 2008

  • Suspension for Non-Payment of the Insurance Levy
  • PBLA 2007 Annual Report Online

July 30, 2008

  • SCC Dismissal Upholds Solicitor-Client Privilege
  • CPD Survey Closes July 31, 2008
  • Notice of Suspension - Mr. Ryan Rigler
  • Suspension for Non-payment of Insurance Levy

July 23, 2008

  • Your feedback on CPD needed
  • Key dates for 2008 Bencher Elections
  • Notice of Resignation and Disbarment - Mr. Richard Garside

May 27, 2008

  • Explore Counsel Opportunity at the Law Society
  • Lower Renewal Rates for Excess Insurance
  • Notice of Resignation and Disbarment - Peter L. Ridley
  • Pro Bono Network News - Spring 2008 newsletter

May 9, 2008

  • New requirements for “negotiated cheques” under Rule 122(2)
  • Complaints Resolution Officer Sought
  • Suspension for Non-Payment of the Annual Member Fee

May 2, 2008

  • Notice of Disbarment - David R. Wray
  • Amendments Give Clarity to Assurance Fund Process
  • Indicators to Watch For
  • Add Law Society of Alberta as Safe Sender

April 24, 2008

  • Fraud Alert - Counterfeit Certified Cheques
  • Do you know your Client?
  • Notice of Resignation - Michael J. Mullrooney

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