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‘Locked down’ or not, Albertans still need legal help and access to justice: Legal Aid Alberta President and CEO
As Alberta works through the third wave, it’s time to remember those serving on the frontlines
LAA’s frontline lawyers have a huge impact on the lives of domestic violence victims
Legal Aid is helping protect people from physical, emotional, psychological, or sexual abuse As we
Mental health and the law: How a therapeutic approach is making a difference
Legal Aid Alberta lawyer Amna Qureshi appears on the May 4, 2021 episode of the “Ask
Is chasing paper a thing of the past?
Just think of all the paper we haven’t used in the past year! This week
Busted: Five Myths about Legal Aid Alberta
For one reason or another, the legal profession lends itself to books, plays, and big- and
Ask A Lawyer: immigration and refugee claims and the pandemic
Legal Aid Alberta responds to new challenges and changes to the way applications are handled.
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Legal Aid Alberta reaffirms commitment to reconciliation on National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day — a time to celebrate the rich cultures, contributions, and histories of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples
New faces, renewed energy: Meet Legal Aid Alberta’s 2025 summer students
There are sure signs that spring has sprung: temperatures rise, flowers bloom, and, at Legal Aid Alberta, summer students join the team and begin their
Thank you for 52 years of access to justice
On May 24, LAA celebrates another year of protecting the legal rights of Albertans. Since 1973, Legal Aid Alberta has played a pivotal role in
In youth court, Legal Aid Alberta is there to protect your rights
“The right to a lawyer includes the right to understand and be understood,” says Marcus Threndyle, youth criminal duty counsel lawyer. On a Friday morning
Ask a Lawyer: Mental health and the justice system
Mental Health Week is May 5 – 11, raising awareness of the fact that many people – regardless of demographics – struggle with different forms
Legal help at your fingertips: Four easy resources to guide you through legal aid
Dealing with a legal issue is stressful. We understand that — especially when life is already overwhelming due to things like family violence, addiction, or