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Shareholders’ Disputes

This course is of fundamental importance to solicitors in avoiding, and barristers in resolving, priority disputes. It will bring junior and experienced practitioners quickly up to speed on current developments in this critical niche of corporate practice.

Drafting User-Friendly Emails and Documents

This course is designed for lawyers who wish to take their writing "from good to great" and will offer concrete strategies to deliver information in a user-friendly format.

Mediation Master Class (COURSE FULL)

This highly participatory course will allow experienced mediators to practice advanced skills, reflect on current topics in the mediation field, and compare and learn from best practices across different mediation contexts.

Western Canada Class Actions Conference 2024 (IN-PERSON & WEBINAR)

This year's Western Canada Class Actions Conference will prepare you to manage a range of issues, both long-standing and emerging in class proceedings. Join us and receive a comprehensive review of the issues, trends, and practices shaping class actions litigation today.

Insurance Law Conference 2024

Continuing with the tradition of previous years, this conference will cover important case developments, critical practice issues, and notable industry trends in insurance law.

Administrative Law Conference 2024 (IN-PERSON & WEBINAR)

It can be difficult to stay on top of all the changes happening in administrative law. This annual conference is your efficient solution to learning about recent decisions, legislative updates, and current trends in this complex practice area.

Aboriginal Law Conference 2024 (IN-PERSON & WEBINAR)

This annual conference brings together leading Aboriginal law practitioners to address current and emerging issues with a focus on BC. We will explore the legal and pragmatic implications of current developments affecting Indigenous Peoples, governments, and industry.

Emerging Topics in Conflict Resolution

The field of conflict resolution is responsive to shifting societal needs, changes in legislation, and new technologies. Join us as we bring together presenters at the leading edge of these changes!

Influence: The Art & Science of Changing Minds

This interactive program draws on the latest scientific research to illustrate how you can influence clients and colleagues to see things your way without being heavy-handed. INFLUENCE teaches you what to do and why, and gives you practical ideas you can apply right away.

Securities Fundamentals 2024: Legal Opinions

This comprehensive course delves into the key components and practical applications of legal opinions in securities transactions. Experienced practitioners will cover the framework of delivering opinions, the essential documents involved, and the due diligence required.

Last Kick at the Can 2024

Trying to complete your CPD requirements before the year closes? We’ve got you covered with Last Kick at the Can! From December 2 to 20, enjoy rebroadcasts of our most sought-after courses from the past year.

Navigating Ethical Issues as a Junior Lawyer

This one-hour webinar is designed to help you understand and address some of the ethical challenges you may encounter, including handling pressures from supervisors and clients and navigating the grey areas of professional conduct.

Fundamentals of Mediation (SOLD OUT)

This two-day course provides you with the entry-level training for general civil mediation. You will become familiar with the basics of mediation in a coached, practical setting.

Drafting 101: Employment-related Agreements

This program will provide you with a solid foundation for drafting employment-related agreements. Our speakers will walk you through sample clauses, providing drafting tips, and practical advice

Immigration Issues in Depth 2024 (IN-PERSON & WEBINAR)

Join us for our annual in-depth discussions of the most significant developments in immigration law, policy, and practice over the past year, and look ahead with your colleagues to some of the critical emerging issues.

Tuning Up Your Law Firm: Best Practices for Solicitors

A solicitors practice tune-up! One day. Lots of speakers. Loads of issues. All your questions answered. Join your fellow solicitors, co-chairs, and presenters, as we cover multiple subjects in a one-day virtual CLE.

Last Kick at the Can 2024

Trying to complete your CPD requirements before the year closes? We’ve got you covered with Last Kick at the Can! From December 2 to 20, enjoy rebroadcasts of our most sought-after courses from the past year.

Family Law Mediation Fundamentals (COURSE FULL)

The second course in CLEBC's Family Law Mediation curriculum, this program will give you a better understanding of the nature and source of conflict in the context of family dispute resolution and the role and objectives of a mediator.

Last Kick at the Can 2024

Trying to complete your CPD requirements before the year closes? We’ve got you covered with Last Kick at the Can! From December 2 to 20, enjoy rebroadcasts of our most sought-after courses from the past year.

Free Webinar! Neurodiversity 101

In this free webinar, we welcome two professionals who work and live in the neurodivergent space and who will introduce you to this part of the world.

Implementing Innovation I: Technology and Billing Models

As part of the two-part online series Implementing Innovation in Legal Practice, this course will explore how lawyers are using technology to enhance efficiency and reimagining traditional billing models to improve their bottom line.

Jump Start on CPD

Avoid the year-end scramble — earn your CPD credits early with our Jump Start rebroadcast series! From March 3 to 7, you can watch rebroadcasts of some of our most popular courses of the past few months

Expert Evidence

This course will survey the recent developments in the law and provide in-depth analysis and guidance on the selection and instruction of experts, how to avoid common pitfalls in the preparation of reports, challenging expert reports, and the direct and cross-examination of experts at trial.

Implementing Innovation II: People-Centered Management Strategies

As part of the two-part online series Implementing Innovation in Legal Practice, this session will explore innovative approaches to managing human capital and provide real-world examples of how to create a people-centered culture that promotes retention, growth, and efficiency.

Defamation, Privacy and Media Law

This program will highlight the newest developments and practical considerations facing counsel practicing in the area of defamation, privacy, and media law.

Managing Client Expectations

Join us for this webinar and learn how neuroscience can help lawyers improve client communication, reduce perceived threats, and enhance their role as trusted advisors in both litigation and business law.

Mediation Skills Level 2 (IN-PERSON)

This three-day in-person course builds on the foundation provided by the Fundamentals of Mediation course (or an equivalent) by introducing more skills and providing lots of practice opportunities. The course features advanced processes and techniques, as well as practical mediation problems and practice issues.

Corporate Governance

Designed for external and in-house counsel, this one-day webinar will cover key aspects of governance frameworks, the roles and responsibilities of directors and boards, shareholder engagement, and risk management.

Family Law Basics (IN-PERSON & WEBINAR)

Join our experienced faculty and learn the practical aspects of running a family law file, from interviewing the client to case management to litigation techniques.

Indigenous Economic Development

Learn from experts in the field of Indigenous governance, economic development, and industry-Aboriginal partnerships, and hear them discuss their challenges and experiences.

Cybersecurity for Lawyers and Law Firms

Join this increasingly important program and learn how to protect your law firm from cyber threats and minimize risks like data breaches, email fraud, and ransomware attacks.

Ask Us Anything: Navigating Early Career Challenges

This one-hour panel discussion is designed specifically for junior and new lawyers. The interactive "Ask Us Anything" session features a diverse group of panelists from various practice areas and backgrounds, ready to share their insights and experiences.

Planning for Health Care and Financial Decisions

This course will help you become familiar with the legal framework of health care and financial decision-making. Topics will include Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), recent case law, tips for drafting relevant planning documents, and more.

Intellectual Property for Litigators

At this course, you will gain a solid grounding that will permit you to evaluate, advise on, and manage an intellectual property claim. You will come away from this course with appropriate litigation strategies to protect your client's IP interests and to avoid pitfalls in managing these IP files.

Introduction to Business Valuations for Lawyers

At this introductory course, Chartered Business Valuators experienced in working with lawyers will teach you basic valuation concepts and how to review business valuation reports.

Secrets of Chambers (IN-PERSON & WEBINAR)

This course is CLEBC's comprehensive introduction to civil chambers practice. The program is geared towards junior counsel who seek an introduction to—and experienced counsel who seek a wide-ranging refresher on—preparation for and conduct of, chambers hearings.

The Art of Saying No (FREE WEBINAR)

This free webinar will provide practical guidance and relatable scenarios to empower new lawyers to handle situations where they need to say "no" with professionalism and tact.