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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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Duty Counsel Day shines a light on Alberta’s frontline legal advocates
What you need to know Oct. 27 is Duty Counsel Day across Canada Duty counsel are lawyers who provide free, on-the-spot legal information, advice and
Legal Aid Alberta welcomes two new members to the Board of Directors
Experienced leaders join Legal Aid Alberta Board of Directors. Legal Aid Alberta (LAA) is pleased to welcome Meryl Whittaker and Kristy Isert to its Board
Researcher-turned-lawyer created largest database of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
What you need to know Dr. Sasha Reid is a family lawyer at Legal Aid Alberta. Reid has a background in psychology, criminology, sociology, education
Office closure on Sept. 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Legal Aid Alberta (LAA) offices and phone lines will be closed in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. On Sept. 30, we observe
Understanding Indigenous Peoples experiences in the justice system
As National Day for Truth and Reconciliation approaches on Sept. 30, it is an opportunity to learn more about the ongoing challenges Indigenous Peoples face and
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