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Influence: The Art & Science of Changing Minds 2022

This interactive program draws on the latest scientific research to illustrate how you can influence lawyers, prospects, and colleagues to see things your way without resorting to manipulation. Plus, you'll leave with practical ideas that you can apply right away.

Affidavit Secrets 2022

In this intensive half-day program, expert litigators will take registrants through how not to draft an affidavit; how to dissect an affidavit from the other side; how to tell your client's story as governed by law, practice, ethics, and the rules of evidence; and how to avoid common mistakes.

#TechLaw2022: Influencers, Marketing, and Regulated Advertising

It's never been easier for businesses to communicate with existing and potential customers worldwide, which is both an opportunity and a risk. This #TechLaw2022 session will tackle the novel regulatory concerns this worldwide reach can bring.

Pension Division on Relationship Breakdown 2022 (POSTPONED)

CLEBC is pleased to present the first full-day pension division program in over 10 years. Join us for a highly interactive and dynamic course focusing on pension division best practices, in-depth drafting tips & traps, ethical considerations, and more.

Contract Drafting Basics

In this fast-paced three-hour course, learn important contract drafting essentials you will apply throughout your entire practice, Contracts expert Lenné Espenschied will share tips and techniques to help you avoid critical errors, improve the quality of your work, and draft with more confidence.

Labour Relations 2022

This conference will provide you with a balanced approach towards key developments and issues in labour law, getting you up to date on the latest Charter, privacy, human rights, arbitration, Labour Relations Board, and judicial review issues — all in one day.

Pozner on Cross: Advanced Techniques Using the Chapter Method©

Veteran trial attorney and author Larry Pozner teaches the key elements of effective cross: how to factually dominate the trial with substance, train witnesses, shape jurors' perceptions, put facts in the best context, derail opposition, and ultimately win cases.

What the Best Lawyers Know About Contracts

The purpose of this program is to explain what the best transactional lawyers know about risk and liability-shifting provisions. Explore these advanced contracting elements in this three-hour course taught by contracts expert Lenné Espenschied.

Securities Fundamentals 2022: Plans of Arrangement

In this practical course, experts will provide you with a solid foundation for dealing with a plan of arrangement, including tips on how to best approach one and how to navigate the pitfalls.

Last Kick at the Can 2022

If you are still looking to meet your CPD requirements for 2022, take advantage of our Last Kick at the Can rebroadcast series. From December 1 to 22, we will be rebroadcasting a number of our most popular and in-demand courses from the past year.

Workplace Investigation Mediation

Join this substantive and skills-based course to gain a better appreciation of the current issues facing your human resources clients and how you can be of assistance in helping steer them towards solutions.

Last Kick at the Can 2022

If you are still looking to meet your CPD requirements for 2022, take advantage of our Last Kick at the Can rebroadcast series. From December 1 to 22, we will be rebroadcasting a number of our most popular and in-demand courses from the past year.

Family Law Mediation Fundamentals

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 2022

If you are still looking to meet your CPD requirements for 2022, take advantage of our Last Kick at the Can rebroadcast series. From December 1 to 22, we will be rebroadcasting a number of our most popular and in-demand courses from the past year.

Dealing with High Conflict Personalities

New session added! Join this one-day workshop and learn the theory of high conflict behaviour, as well as learn skills and techniques to manage high conflict disputes.

Last Kick at the Can 2022

If you are still looking to meet your CPD requirements for 2022, take advantage of our Last Kick at the Can rebroadcast series. From December 1 to 22, we will be rebroadcasting a number of our most popular and in-demand courses from the past year.

Fundamentals of Mediation

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.

Intermediate Family Law Mediation

The third course in CLEBC's Family Law Mediation curriculum, this program will give you a better understanding of family dynamics and power in mediation.

Commercial Arbitration 2023

Join us in discussing arbitration practice as it's evolved under BC's new Arbitration Act and the hot topics that you need to know about. Whether you are new to arbitration or a seasoned pro, this content-packed course will be of interest.

Basics of Solicitors’ Transaction Opinions 2023

An outstanding faculty will lead you through structured discussions about common issues such as when to give an opinion and when not to, limiting the scope and purpose of an opinion, and how to choose the best wording.

Jump Start on CPD

Don’t wait until the end of the year to earn your CPD credits. Stay ahead of the curve with our Jump Start rebroadcast series! From March 6 to 10, you can watch rebroadcasts of some of our most popular courses of the past few months

Builders’ Liens Update 2023

Come and get your builders' liens answers from the experts, along with tips and insights to help you provide better service to your clients.

Product Liability 2023

This course will provide a comprehensive update on product liability law, along with substantive and practical advice from experienced practitioners on key aspects of prosecuting and defending product liability claims.

Secrets of Chambers 2023 (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.

Foreclosure Practice 2023 (IN-PERSON & WEBINAR)

This is CLEBC's comprehensive review of the fundamentals of foreclosure practice and procedure. We will take a pragmatic approach to helping counsel understand the substantive and procedural issues framing the foreclosure process.

Transitioning Your Firm 2023

If the past three years have taught us anything, it's that law firms have to be ready to change if they want to survive and thrive. If you have to transition your firm, or if you think you might want to transition your firm in some way in the future, this session is for you.

Estate Planning Express 2023 – 15 Minute Topics

Keep abreast of developing issues in the world of estate planning. This fast-paced half-day course will touch upon a host of recent legislative changes, best practices in estate planning, and solutions to quirky issues that arise — each summarized in 15-minute increments.

Advanced Family Law for Paralegals 2023

Don't miss this jam-packed day that is sure to provide you with everything you need to excel as an essential and indispensable team member in your family law practice!

Sexual Violence (Civil) Conference 2023

This year's program is the follow-up to CLEBC's inaugural course for litigators who have an interest in practicing in the complex area of civil sexual assault. This conference will cover important case developments, notable trends in the law, and critical practice issues.