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Ask A Lawyer: Preparation is the best defence when heading to a trial
Legal Aid Alberta’s experienced lawyers break down the work and planning necessary for a proper defence.
Ask A Lawyer: Back-to-school primer on child support and co-parenting
It’s time for families who are co-parenting to prepare for fall and the coming school year.
Ask A Lawyer: Protecting your rights while in police custody
Legal Aid Alberta is available all day every day to protect our Charter rights Hospital
Governance Agreement Respecting Legal Aid Extended, Negotiations to Resume
Joint Statement from the Minister of Justice, Legal Aid Alberta and the Law Society of Alberta
Governance Agreement Respecting Legal Aid Extended, Negotiations to Resume
Joint Statement from the Minister of Justice, Legal Aid Alberta and the Law Society of Alberta
Expired Governance Agreement
To Albertans, we are completely committed to resolving this matter as soon as possible. On
In The News
Why Indigenous representation matters in Alberta’s justice system: from drywaller to lawyer
Legal Aid Alberta lawyer Justin Hjelsvold turned in his drywall trowel for a career in law and a chance to improve access to justice for
Why Gladue principles matter and how Indigenous Courts are changing justice in Alberta
Reflecting on justice and reconciliation during National Indigenous History Month. June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to recognize the histories cultures and contributions
Celebrating 53 years of protecting access to justice
Legal Aid Alberta continues to evolve and meet the legal needs of Albertans. For more than five decades, Legal Aid Alberta (LAA) has been
You can’t pour from an empty cup: Mental health awareness for Alberta’s criminal defence, family and immigration lawyers
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — and if you practise criminal defence, family law or immigration and refugee law, this is for you. The legal profession prizes resilience, analytical thinking,
Meet Legal Aid Alberta’s summer students
Summer student program gives future lawyers important experience in child welfare, family, immigration and adult criminal defence. For a second-year law student looking to gain
How Legal Aid Alberta supports people through Mental Health Court
Mental Health Week runs May 4 to 10 and is a timely reminder that mental health touches every corner of our lives, including the justice system.