As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, we provide affordable legal services in family law, domestic violence, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defence.
An Alberta where everyone is able to understand and protect their legal rights.
We resolve legal problems for disadvantaged Albertans and, in doing so, protect the Rule of Law for the benefit of everyone.
Our organization strives to always focus on what matters, to stay true to our values in everything we do. These values are the underpinning of our organization, reflecting on what is truly important to us and guide us in the decisions we make every day.
We Are One
We work together in a collaborative and supportive manner to deliver unwavering and innovative services to our clients as one unified organization.
We Are Protectors
We serve Albertans, often the most vulnerable of us, and work tirelessly to protect their rights and to ensure a fair process.
We Are Exceptional
We are experts at what we do and we continually strive for improvement.
We Are Independent
We operate and provide legal counsel free from outside involvement.
Our executive team is responsible for strategic and business planning and ensuring that LAA delivers crucial legal services to Albertans while operating within the Governance Agreement. They – along with all of LAA’s dedicated team members – strive to achieve our vision of an Alberta where everyone is able to understand and protect their legal rights.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Reporting to the board of directors, John is responsible for the executive planning and coordination of the organization. He also represents the organization in dealing with Alberta Justice, the Law Society of Alberta, the federal government, other legal aid plans in Canada, the legal community, and the public.
Vice President, Justice Services
Lori leads, directs, and oversees all client services functions. This includes client intake and assessment, appointing, client payments, and certificate and tariff administration. Lori also guides and oversees the day-to-day operations of the staff law offices and the corporate law and case management group.
Vice President, People, Culture and Communications
Laurie oversees the Communications, Culture and Human Resources functions at Legal Aid Alberta, including board governance and policy development. She is responsible for the leadership, strategy of LAA values, culture and brand — telling the LAA story, recruiting and retaining the best talent, and engaging teams and the community.
Vice President, Information Technology
Helen spearheads Legal Aid Alberta’s overall Information Technology strategy, overseeing services, operations and cybersecurity teams. Her focus on reducing technical barriers to LAA’s mission, optimizing systems and leading the development of a modernized Client and Case Management system is pivotal in enhancing access to justice for Albertans.
Executive Director, Finance
Dale oversees the financial accountability, reporting, and business analysis that supports Legal Aid Alberta’s day-to-day operations as well as our many innovative initiatives. LAA’s finance, business solutions and reporting, and procurement and facilities teams report to Dale, who will set direction and oversee these important areas.
Legal Aid Alberta is governed and guided by a carefully chosen board of directors. The board makes decisions that are carried out by our executive and management teams.
The Board can consist of up to 11 members – with at least four members of the Law Society and three public directors.
Certificates issued
Clients
Bail hearings per year