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| Resource | Description | Topic | Audience | Format | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Myths of Small Firm Practice | This resource outlines common myths relating to starting up or running a practice. | Provision of Legal Services | Private Practice, Sole Practitioner & Small Firm | Article | Law Society of Alberta |
| Considerations for Opening a Law Office | Running a law firm entails more than just being good at the law, you have to understand how to start and run a business. This resource outlines key topics to consider before opening a law office. | Provision of Legal Services | Private Practice, Management, In-House, Government & Non-Profit, Sole Practitioner & Small Firm | Article, Guide | Law Society of Alberta |
| CPD Tips: Practice Management | Keeping busy workloads under control can be a big challenge. Practice management is a competence to be honed and developed throughout a lawyer’s career. | Provision of Legal Services | Private Practice, Management, In-House, Sole Practitioner & Small Firm, Government & Non-Profit | Article | Law Society of Alberta |
| Avoid the Penalty Box | The Alberta Lawyers Indemnity Association (ALIA) manages the professional liability insurance program for lawyers in Alberta. Learn about the different trends in claims presented to ALIA, inspired by the names of NHL teams. | Provision of Legal Services | Private Practice, Government, Sole Practitioner & Small Firm | Article | Law Society of Alberta |
| Signing Court Orders | Lawyers owe a duty to the court to sign orders to which they have agreed or which have been granted by the court. | Provision of Legal Services | Private Practice, In-House, Sole Practitioner & Small Firm, Government & Non-Profit | Article | Law Society of Alberta |
| Two Email Tips to Save You From Heartache | Email communication is effective and efficient in many ways, but we have all experienced moments when our heart skips a beat when we think a mistake has been made. Learn about two easy adjustments to your Outlook email settings to save stress and reduce errors in your email communication. | Provision of Legal Services | Private Practice, Management, In-House, Sole Practitioner & Small Firm, Government & Non-Profit | Article, Guide, Podcast | Law Society of Alberta |
| Practically Speaking – Remote Mentorship | Learn about the mentorship opportunities at the Law Society and how to carry out mentorship relationships in this new landscape of physical distancing that we find ourselves navigating. | Cultivate a Growth Mindset | Private Practice, Management, In-House, Sole Practitioner & Small Firm, Government & Non-Profit | Podcast, Article | Law Society of Alberta |
| Approved Legal Services Provider (ALSP) program | This session will help individuals and organizations who are involved in pro bono legal services to understand the ALSP program, its benefits and how an organization can become eligible for ALSP status. | Cultivate a Growth Mindset | Private Practice, Management, In-House, Sole Practitioner & Small Firm, Government & Non-Profit | Webinar, Video | Law Society of Alberta |
| Practice Management 101: Life Cycle of a File | The Practice Management team offers this recorded webinar on the basics of effective practice strategies from the beginning of a file through to the end. Join them for a discussion on these strategies that will increase your efficiency and decrease your risk. | Provision of Legal Services | Private Practice, Government & Non-Profit, Sole Practitioner & Small Firm | Webinar, Video | Law Society of Alberta |
| New Lawyer Welcome Webinar | In this Aug. 27, 2024 recorded webinar, the Law Society of Alberta, the Alberta Lawyers’ Assistance Society, the Alberta Lawyers Indemnity Association, the Canadian Bar Association – Alberta Branch and the Legal Education Society of Alberta provide an overview of what each organization offers and how to access the different resources and supports available. | Cultivate a Growth Mindset, Provision of Legal Services | Sole Practitioner & Small Firm, Private Practice, Management, Government & Non-Profit, In-House | Webinar | Law Society and External Collaboration |
| Resources for Staying Current on Substantive Law | Staying current on the substantive law applicable to one’s practice area is critical to meeting the professional obligation to provide competent services. Learn about the resources available to keep up to date with the latest developments and how to apply the learning towards Continuing Professional Development requirements. | Cultivate a Growth Mindset | Sole Practitioner & Small Firm, Private Practice, Management, Government & Non-Profit, In-House | Article | Law Society of Alberta |
| The Power of Client Feedback | Client service is a large part of a lawyer’s practice, and responding to the client’s needs strengthens the client-lawyer relationship. Learn about the benefits and approaches to seeking and implementing client feedback. | Provision of Legal Services, Cultivate a Growth Mindset | Sole Practitioner & Small Firm, Private Practice, Management | Article | Law Society of Alberta |
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