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Update from the Courts: Return to More Regular Sittings of the Trial Courts
May 28, 2020
The Law Society received a letter from the Chief Justice of Alberta, the Chief Justice of Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta and the Chief Judge of the Provincial Court of Alberta updating members of the Bar on steps currently being taken to facilitate a return to more regular sittings of the trial courts. This…
Loss Prevention During COVID-19
May 27, 2020
As Alberta moves through its relaunch strategy, many lawyers will relish the prospect of moving forward and for many, it may be an overwhelming time. But lawyers should not let their guard down. Even following the relaunch, Albertans may be working remotely more than they traditionally have. Ongoing social and physical distancing measures may continue…
COVID-19 and Questioning by Video
May 27, 2020
Before COVID-19, witnesses could be examined in-person or remotely using video technology. While the use of video was not common, it was not unusual either. While the pandemic has shut down all but emergency court applications because of social distancing, questioning can still proceed by video conference. This will be the case even after the…
Update: Law Society, ALIA and CPLED offices to remain closed until Stage 3
May 26, 2020
We continue to follow the guidance from Alberta Health Services and other government agencies as we make important decisions about our short and long-term operations during the pandemic. The government of Alberta recently announced its economic relaunch strategy, noting that Calgary and Brooks will reopen more gradually due to the higher case numbers. In light of…
Rule Changes from the May 2020 Board Meeting
May 26, 2020
A new version of the Rules of the Law Society of Alberta is now available on our website following changes from the May 2020 Board meeting. Rule amendments include: Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Rule Suspension; Amendments to ALIA Rules; and CPLED appeals process. CPD Rule Suspension At the February 2020 Bencher meeting, the Benchers resolved…
2019 Annual Report
May 22, 2020
The Law Society of Alberta 2019 Annual Report and financial statements are now publicly available. View the full annual report to learn more about our major initiatives, strategic outlook and conduct statistics in 2019.
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance and COVID-19
May 21, 2020
Lawyers play a critical role in the fight against financial crimes, even during these challenging times. Offences for money laundering such as fraud, cybercrime, misuse and misappropriation of financial aid, exploitative schemes etc. could increase and the likelihood that the legal profession will be used as a conduit to launder funds may increase. The Law Society’s…