April 2010

Tuesday, April 27, 2010 to Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Is your civil litigation practice ready for Alberta's new Rules of Court? Do you know the new time lines and filing requirements for your litigation action? Stay ahead of Alberta's civil litigation reform, and avoid embarrassment and liability! 2010 will be a challenging year for Alberta's civil litigators with the new "Rules of Court" coming into force, bringing about modernization and consolidation of the rules governing civil litigation practices. The reach of the amendments will range from the overall structure and numbering of the provisions, to policies underlying the civil litigation process. The new rules will emphasize access to justice and efficiency, and the courts will expect timely compliance with them. As a civil litigation practitioner, your challenges are to stay abreast of the new rules, and to successfully transition your files into the new regime. Failure to comply with the new rules timely may result in embarrassment, adverse consequences, and even loss of clientele. This conference is designed to assist you in meeting those challenges, whether you have been in practice for decades, or are just building your clientele and experience. In one concise, practical agenda, our faculty of seasoned civil litigators knowledgeable in the reform and development of Alberta's new "Rules of Court" will highlight key amendments to major stages of a court action, and share valuable insights on how you can position your practice in the new regime. You will receive an advanced guide to ensure that your edge in the civil litigation community can be secured. PLUS! Top up your preparation for the new civil litigation regime by registering for the post-conference workshops: A. Strategic Guide to Successful Disclosure and Discovery Planning in the New Civil Litigation Regime; B. Alternative Dispute Resolution: Manage Your Litigation Responsibly and Effectively in Compliance with New Requirements.