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Three cheers for LAA’s new board of directors
Legal Aid Alberta welcomes trio of new directors taking seats at the table. Catherine Braeuer,
“Ask a Lawyer” TV segment on teenagers and crime
What to do when young people get in trouble with the law. “Ask a Lawyer”
Sweeping changes to divorce law in Canada and what it means for Canadian parents and children
Amendments to the Divorce Act geared toward putting the needs of the child first Significant
Video and legal FAQs on youth criminal law
Albertans from across the province attend Legal Aid Alberta’s virtual event to learn about youth crime.
Teens and the Law: What to do if bad behaviour turns criminal
Legal Aid Alberta is improving access to justice for rural youth and teaching parents about the
Legal Aid Alberta combines expertise of youth and adult criminal lawyers to improve access to justice for vulnerable Albertans
LAA’s Criminal Trial Group prioritizes needs-based representation instead of age or location. As part of
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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.
Mental Health Court in Edmonton: How it works
Legal Aid Alberta plays an important role in Mental Health Court and protecting access to justice. Mental Health Court is a specialized court in Edmonton
Who gets custody of the pets in a divorce in Alberta?
Most people consider pets part of the family, but the law says otherwise. Legal Aid Alberta lawyers Sheila Raffray and Chuck Easton explain. Division
How does bail work in Alberta?
Albertans are innocent until proven guilty. But upon arrest, and prior to having their day in court, they are at a distinct disadvantage. What does
Woman to woman: Two Legal Aid Alberta lawyers on the role of women in law, leadership and fair justice
Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyers Katie Clackson and Krista McFadyen on why it’s important to see more women in the courtroom, and the role of