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Legal Aid Alberta takes steps to address gaps in Detention Review Hearings
Legal Aid Alberta (LAA) hosted training sessions for its roster immigration lawyers on how to effectively
Protecting the legal rights of new Canadians
In 2018-2019, 883 certificates were issued by Legal Aid Alberta for immigration matters. Legal
Legal Aid Alberta creates meaningful learning opportunities
Legal Aid Alberta (LAA) is committed to professional development of its staff across the organization and
Mental health court benefits both the accused and society
The Edmonton Mental Health Court, which just celebrated its one-year anniversary, is designed to deal with
Building a stronger relationship with Alberta lawyers
100 roster lawyers attend meet-and-greet sessions with LAA executives. As part of our efforts
Judges, lawyers, police attend workshop on emergency protection orders
Family Violence Prevention Month brings together more than 30 professionals for critical conversations about emergency protection.
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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