Program Chairs:
Peter Henein,
Cozen O'Connor
Cynthia Spry,
Babin Bessner Spry LLP
All litigators must now be adept at mastering new technology to advance client interests. The use of e-filing, document sharing platforms, videoconferencing tools, digital demonstrative aids and other technology is here to stay. You’ve already learned the basics, now build on that knowledge and discover the tools and hacks you need to take your advocacy to the next level. Reduce your time, effort and stress with this practical toolkit of tech hacks.
Tech Hacks for Litigators: Efficient Strategies for the Modern Advocate is your guide to making the most of available technology in litigation. Our lineup of tech-savvy judges and practitioners from across Canada will discuss and demonstrate how to use technology to be a more efficient and persuasive advocate. You will hear technology tips and best practices to set yourself up for success throughout the life of a file.
You Will Learn How To:
- Easily upgrade your tech setup to meet rising expectations
- Enhance your advocacy with trial apps, CaseLines, Zoom, PPT and more
- Save time and reduce stress with live transcription and other hacks
- Maximize underused functions of common tech like Outlook and Zoom
- Equip and train your team to work together seamlessly from anywhere
- Impress judges with helpfully hyperlinked and bookmarked electronic documents
Registration includes electronic materials, which will be provided prior to the program. Registration also includes access to the live webcast recording for 30 days from the date of the program.
*Due to current concerns with COVID-19, we will be offering this program fully remotely via webcast only.
Please review the system requirements to view a Zoom event here.
Faculty Includes:
The Honourable Justice Kofi N. Barnes, Superior Court of Justice
The Honourable Justice Kristine M. Eidsvik, Alberta Court of Queen's Bench
The Honourable Justice Angela Furlanetto, Federal Court
The Honourable Justice Fred Myers, Superior Court of Justice
Brent J. Arnold, Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP
Jonathan Chen, Lenczner Slaght
Heather Hansen, McCarthy Hansen & Company Family Lawyers
Kyla Lee, Acumen Law Corporation
Gerry McGeachy, Department of Justice
Breanna Needham, DLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Kelly Osaka, Dentons Canada LLP
1:00 – 1:05
Opening Remarks
Peter Henein, Cozen O'Connor
1:05 – 1:35
Perfecting Your Tech Setup: A Refresher
Brent J. Arnold, Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP
Breanna Needham, DLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Moderator: Cynthia Spry, Babin Bessner Spry LLP
1:35 – 2:05
Navigating Jurisdictional Differences in Technology
Kyla Lee, Acumen Law Corporation
Kelly Osaka, Dentons Canada LLP
Gerry McGeachy, Department of Justice
Moderator: Peter Henein, Cozen O'Connor
2:05 – 2:15
Break
2:15 – 2:55
Taking Command of the Virtual or Electronic Courtroom
The Honourable Justice Kofi N. Barnes, Superior Court of Justice
Jonathan Chen, Lenczner Slaght
Heather L. Hansen, McCarthy, Hansen & Company LLP
Moderator: Cynthia Spry, Babin Bessner Spry LLP
2:55 – 3:30
Demonstration and Commentary: Using Technology Effectively in Hearings
The Honourable Justice Kofi N. Barnes, Superior Court of Justice
Jonathan Chen, Lenczner Slaght
Heather L. Hansen, McCarthy, Hansen & Company LLP
Moderator: Cynthia Spry, Babin Bessner Spry LLP
3:30 – 3:45
Break
3:45 – 4:25
Technology Tips from the Bench
Justice Kristine M. Eidsvik, Alberta Court of Queen's Bench
Justice Angela Furlanetto, Federal Court
Justice Fred Myers, Superior Court of Justice
Moderator: Peter Henein, Cozen O'Connor
4:25 – 4:30
Closing Remarks
Cynthia Spry, Babin Bessner Spry LLP
Tech Hacks for Litigators: Efficient Strategies for the Modern Advocate is your guide to making the most of available technology in litigation. Our lineup of tech-savvy judges and practitioners from across Canada will discuss and demonstrate how to use technology to be a more efficient and persuasive advocate.
Pricing:
TAS Members: *Discounted: $191.25 + Tax | Regular: $255.00 + Tax
Non-members: *Discounted: $266.25 + Tax | Regular: $355.00 + Tax
*Discounted Rate: The Advocates' Society is pleased to offer a 25% discount on this program for all lawyers who practise as sole practitioners or in firms smaller than 5 lawyers, and government lawyers (including lawyers who work for legal aid clinics).
TAS Members always save at least $50.00 per full-day program and up to $200.00 on core skills workshops.
Join us today.