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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

Legal Aid Alberta hosts “Ask a Lawyer” series with Global Morning Show
LAA family lawyer Jessica Chapman kicks off Global News TV segment with insights and expertise on

Legal Aid Alberta adds new way of assisting sexual assault complainants in complex legal territory
New procedure will help reduce delays and provide Albertans with lawyers who can help protect their

Six ways the pandemic is changing the legal services landscape as we know it
How Legal Aid Alberta is finding solutions to ensure Albertans have access to justice. Communications
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How Legal Aid Alberta’s roster program helps connect Albertans with legal representation
What many Albertans may not realize is that much of Legal Aid Alberta’s work is delivered through a network of private lawyers who take legal
From student placements to articling: Law school graduates share why they returned to LAA
Three law school graduates who previously worked at Legal Aid Alberta as summer or placement students have returned to complete their articling year. The aspiring
Legal Aid Alberta’s 2025–26 annual report now available
Legal Aid Alberta’s 2025–26 annual report highlights progress on strategic Quality, Access and Accountability priorities that shape how we deliver legal services to Albertans.
What separated parents need to know about summer travel with children
Separated or divorced parents should plan ahead before making summer travel plans. Learn when to refer to a parenting agreement, what information to share with
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