Continuing professional development

The Law Society offers complimentary and paid continuing professional development (CPD) programs to support lawyers and paralegals in their understanding of how to effectively use technology in their law or legal services practices, and how to manage technology risks. CPD programs in this category are organized by topic and then by date below, with the most recent programs first. Where applicable, the AccessCLE  materials for each of the CPD programs listed are included under the program title. Additional CPD programs will be listed in this section on a rolling basis, as new and appropriate CPD content in the Technology area is added to the CPD archive. To access all recent CPD programs, you can visit the CPD store.

For quick, practical tutorials on some of the technology products commonly used to support the practice of law and provision of legal services, check out the Training and tutorials section of the Technology Resource Centre.

CPD programs focused on technology

CPD Programs with a technology component

In addition to the technology-focused programs above, Law Society CPD programs include a wide range of offerings that incorporate a technology component, designed to support your professional development in the evolving legal landscape. These programs cover a range of topics, including how to select and use technology, working with electronic communications and documents and client marketing and development. The CPD Store also offers programs in specialized fields such as criminal law, estate litigation, family law, and more, with a focus on the intersection of law and technology.

To explore these programs, visit the LSO CPD Store. Once there, you can filter for programs that specifically feature technology-related content, making it easier to find the training you need to stay ahead in today’s tech-driven legal environment.

Additionally, you can access a wealth of valuable resources through the Great Library’s AccessCLE archives. The AccessCLE platform offers a wide range of e-resources allowing you to further enhance your knowledge on a variety of topics. To access these materials, simply visit the LSO’s AccessCLE page and go to the “search collections” section. You can search by program name, practice area, topic or key word(s), This comprehensive collection provides you with convenient access to on-demand content that you can view at your own pace, ensuring you stay up-to-date on the latest trends and developments in the legal field.