June 19, 2025

Alberta Court of Justice Webinar: Recording Now Available

In partnership with the Alberta Court of Justice, the Law Society of Alberta hosted a Zoom webinar highlighting the Alberta Court of Justice, its role in the Alberta legal system and the opportunities available to lawyers who are interested in applying for appointment throughout Alberta. 

During the webinar, the Honourable Chief Justice Jim Hunter and the Honourable Deputy Chief Justice Joanne Durant discussed the Alberta Court of Justice, its service to Albertans and the appointment process, including: 

• the role of Justices of the Peace and Justices; 
• Specialized, Therapeutic and Indigenous Courts; 
• judicial education and mentorship; and, 
• the application process and compensation for Justices of the Peace and Justices. 

The webinar, transcript and slides are now available. 

Are you passionate about mentorship, professional growth, legal education and supporting startups? The University of Calgary’s Faculty of Law Business Venture Clinic (BVC) is recruiting volunteer mentors for the 2025–2026 academic year. 

The BVC provides free legal assistance to entrepreneurs, startups and growth-stage companies. Students prepare legal memos and draft documents on issues such as early-stage financing, corporate governance, business structuring, employment and intellectual property. Students also draft legal documents including articles of incorporation, corporate by-laws, employment agreements, nondisclosure agreements, shareholder agreements and license agreements. 

The BVC is seeking experienced legal professionals, especially those with expertise in corporate law or startup-related legal matters, to help guide students through the review and drafting process. Mentors review student-prepared materials, provide feedback and support students as they revise documents for client delivery. Mentoring is remote, flexible and typically requires just a few hours per month. Mentors work behind the scenes, with no direct contact with clients and their identities remain confidential. 

Learn more about the BVC or contact the BVC Coordinator to participate as a mentor.  

Court Announcements

Court of King's Bench Spring 2025 Swearing-In Ceremony Dates

We are pleased to announce the swearing-in ceremony dates for Justice Lew, Justice Davis, Justice McLeod, Justice Oviatt and Justice Froese. Details are listed on the court website.

Notice to the Profession and Public - French Version of the Alberta Rules of Court

The French version of the Alberta Rules of Court – Règles de procédure de l’Alberta – and forms enacted under the Rules are now available on the Alberta King’s Printer website. Most of the forms are also available in a fillable format on the Court of King’s Bench website. For details, visit the court website.

Calgary Court of Appeal Access Closed

Further to the June 13, 2025 announcement, due to extensive flooding within the building, there will be no in-person access to the Court of Appeal Registry in Calgary until at least Wednesday, June 18. The Registry is located at 2600, 450 - 1 St. SW. For more details and updates, check the court website.

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