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LESA – Condominium Law Update


Stay current on Alberta condominium law. This update breaks down recent and upcoming legislative amendments and their real-world implications. Examine Alberta’s condominium legislative regime, learn best practices and risk-management strategies, and walk away with practical insights to confidently advise clients and strengthen your condo law practice.

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Time: 9 a.m.
Cost: $545

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Navigating Potential Risks for Children in the Online Gaming Environment


Public Safety Canada is hosting a webinar to build awareness and share knowledge with criminal justice professionals, civil society organizations and other relevant multidisciplinary stakeholders on how to prevent harms to children online and fostering positive behaviours in online gaming environments.

For any questions about the event, email onlinecseeseenligne@ps-sp.gc.ca.

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Time: 11:30 a.m. MST
Cost: None

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2026 National Family Law Program (NFLP)


The 2026 National Family Law Program will take place in Kelowna, BC. Featuring over forty sessions, plenaries, and practical updates from leading voices in family law, the NFLP remains one of Canada’s premier continuing education events for practitioners and members of the judiciary alike.

Learn more and register to attend.

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2026 National Criminal Law Program (NCLP)


The 2026 National Criminal Law Program will be held in Charlottetown, PEI. With a focus this year on Evidence, Ethics and the Administration of Justice, this longstanding national program brings crown, defense and members of the judiciary from across the country together for timely and practical criminal law education.

Learn more and register to attend.

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LESA – Contracting for Non-Lawyers: Navigating Risk in a Changing Landscape


Assessing risk in commercial contracts in a procurement, supply chain, contract management or other non-lawyer role can be complex and difficult. Using the right risk framework and tools can help!

This webinar is designed to give paralegals, contract managers and other support staff practical insights in how to deal with contracts the right way. Topics will include:

  • How to understand your organization’s risk tolerance
  • How to craft service level agreements (SLAs) and statements of work (SOWs) for results
  • When to consult a lawyer
  • How do AI tools work and what are the risks?
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Time: Noon–1:30 p.m.
Cost: $95

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LESA – Intestate Estates: What Every Lawyer Should Know


Gain the knowledge and confidence to manage intestate estates with ease. This webinar offers practical, step-by-step guidance for lawyers on administering estates without a will. Topics will cover the essential legal principles, key procedural requirements and strategies for overcoming common challenges.

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Time: Noon–1 p.m.
Cost: $95

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LESA – Advanced Family Mediation


With limited court availability, obligations under family law legislation and rules requiring ADR processes, and evolving court protocols, the need to be well-versed in family mediation has never been greater. Deepen your knowledge and take your mediation skills to the next level in this two-day advanced course. Topics will include:

  • What every mediator needs to know
    • Integration of early brain and biological development and toxic stress effects
    • Family, domestic, and intimate partner violence in mediation
    • Appropriate screening for violence in mediation
  • Managing ethical and boundary issues
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  • Mediating with best interests
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    • Integrating the voice of the child
  • Putting it all together
    • Communication skills generally
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    • Cultural awareness
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Pre-Requisite: Prior completion of LESA’s Mediation of Family and Divorce Conflicts is a pre-requisite for registration in this course. Equivalents will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis (send inquiries to programs@lesa.org).

Digital course materials will be distributed prior to the commencement of the course. Advance preparation is expected.

This course offers both in-person and online registrations. In-person participation includes opportunities to discuss topics with course instructors during morning, afternoon and lunch breaks. For those attending online, participation is required and your device will need to be equipped with a camera, microphone and speakers.

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Time: 9 a.m.
Cost: $1,095

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LESA – Intellectual Property Essentials for Non-IP Lawyers


Intellectual property (IP) rights can be found in nearly every transaction and are often the most valuable asset of any business. If your client has a business name, provides a product or service to others, uses a website or software, gets referenced on social media, creates or improves on technology, or has confidential business information such as customer lists and data, they have IP rights to consider. This webinar will provide an overview of the types of IP, and will explore acquisition of IP, due diligence, and enforcement considerations.

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LESA – Evidence Refresher


Regardless of how much trial experience lawyers have, awareness of key evidence law rules and common evidentiary issues could make or break the case. In litigation matters, adducing evidence persuasively and strategically is critical. Attend this program to sharpen your skills, build confidence in adducing evidence across a range of dispute resolution forums, develop better litigation strategy, and enhance your practice.

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LESA – Estate Planning for Blended Families


Being part of a blended family can give rise to unique circumstances and considerations, especially when it comes to estate planning. Lawyers serving clients with these family dynamics must take special care when offering their advice. This program will explore the intersection of family law and wills & estates law and will address topics including:

  • The family home
  • Marriage contracts
  • Family law considerations including support obligations after death
  • Family maintenance and support considerations
  • Enduring powers of attorney and personal directives

From Paper to Progress: The Role of Legal Professionals in a Modern Land Registry

Via Webinar | February 17, 2026

Navigating Potential Risks for Children in the Online Gaming Environment

Online | February 17, 2026

LESA – From Draft to Deal: How AI Transforms Contract Processes

Virtual | February 18, 2026

Administrative Law

Edmonton | February 24, 2026

LESA – Bridging the Distance: Out-of-Country Personal Representatives in Alberta Estates

Webinar | March 03, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 1: Customizing for a Law Office

Calgary | March 04, 2026

LESA – Residential Real Estate Purchase Contracts (2026)

Edmonton | March 05, 2026

LESA – Winning Negotiating Tactics & Skills for the Successful Criminal Defence Lawyer

Virtual | March 17, 2026

LESA – Running Your First Appeal (Webinar)

Webinar | March 25, 2026

LESA – Intellectual Property Essentials for Non-IP Lawyers

Virtual | April 01, 2026

LESA – Contracting for Non-Lawyers: Navigating Risk in a Changing Landscape

Online | April 07, 2026

LESA – Intestate Estates: What Every Lawyer Should Know

Online | April 08, 2026

LESA – Criminal Law Essentials

Edmonton | April 10, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 2: Compare Documents, Metadata, and Encryption

Calgary | April 15, 2026

LESA’s 2026 Refresher: Real Estate (Banff)

Banff | April 17, 2026 - April 19, 2026

LESA – Criminal Law Essentials for Legal Support Staff: From Arrest to Sentencing

Webinar | April 21, 2026

LESA – Estate Planning for Blended Families

Edmonton | April 22, 2026

LESA – Evidence Refresher

Edmonton | April 23, 2026

LESA – Advanced Workplace Investigation Training for Lawyers

Edmonton | April 29, 2026 - April 30, 2026

LESA – Advanced Family Mediation

Edmonton and Online | May 07, 2026 - May 08, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 3: Proofing and Editing Long Documents

Online | May 20, 2026

LESA – Managing Estates with Missing Beneficiaries

Virtual | May 27, 2026

LESA – Condominium Law Update

Edmonton | June 02, 2026

LESA – Estate Disputes

Calgary | June 04, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 4: Font and Paragraph Formatting I

Webinar | June 10, 2026

2026 National Criminal Law Program (NCLP)

Charlottetown, PEI | July 06, 2026 - July 10, 2026

2026 National Family Law Program (NFLP)

Kelowna, BC | July 13, 2026 - July 16, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 5: Font and Paragraph Formatting II

Webinar | July 14, 2026

Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 6: Mastering Document Structure and Layout

Calgary | August 11, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 7: Macros & Mail Merge

Calgary | September 09, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 8: Mastering Styles

Webinar | October 06, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 9: Paragraph Numbering I

Webinar | October 21, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 10: Paragraph Numbering II

Webinar | November 03, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 11: Automatic Table of Contents

Webinar | November 24, 2026

LESA – Advanced Microsoft Word for Legal Professionals Part 12: Automatic Table of Authorities

Webinar | December 09, 2026

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