Courses
How a Civil Lawsuit Works in Canada: From Claim to Judgment
The structure of civil litigation in Canada — how lawsuits are commenced, the stages of a proceeding, what happens at trial, and how judgments are obtained and enforced.
Pre-Litigation: Demand Letters, Negotiation, and When to Sue
How to manage a dispute before litigation begins — effective demand letters, negotiation strategy, limitation periods, and how to assess whether a lawsuit is worth pursuing.
The Cost of Litigation: Fees, Disbursements, and Cost Awards
The real cost of civil litigation in Canada — legal fees, disbursements, how cost awards work, when costs can be recovered from the other side, and how to budget for a dispute.
Mediation, Arbitration, and Settlement: Alternatives to Trial
How alternative dispute resolution works in Canada — mediation, arbitration, and negotiated settlement — when each is appropriate, how they differ from litigation, and how to use them effectively.
Evidence Basics: What Can Be Used and What Cannot
The fundamentals of evidence in Canadian civil proceedings — what evidence is admissible, how documents are introduced, the hearsay rule and its exceptions, and how privilege protects certain communications.
Representing Yourself in Court: Small Claims and Provincial Court
A practical guide to self-represented litigation in Canadian small claims and provincial courts — how the process works, what documents to file, how to present your case, and what to expect from judges and opposing counsel.