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 the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, a day dedicated to remembrance and reflection, acknowledging both past and present, and committing to making a difference now and in the future. […]
Prevent delays for clients: keep your availability status up to date
To help ensure timely access to legal services for clients, we ask all roster members to keep their availability status up to date in the Lawyer Portal. When availability isn’t updated, clients may experience delays in receiving support, as offers expire after 48 hours. By regularly reviewing and updating your status, you’re helping clients get the […]
Register now for final Bail webinar
Register today for LAA’s fifth and final webinar on judicial interim release, hosted by LAA Staff Lawyer Jonathan Brandon and LAA Roster Lawyer Steve Smith. King’s Bench bail and detention reviews Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, 12 noon – 1:15 p.m. Topics covered: Need-to-know case law (e.g. Myers) Filing materials for a King’s Bench […]
Careers at Legal Aid Alberta
Legal Aid Alberta is seeking lawyers for multiple roles. These positions will appeal to individuals who like to take initiative, are client focused and exceptionally strong in delivering high-quality results. You will help drive the future of our organization and play an important role in developing a talented and diverse Legal Aid Alberta team province […]
Sept. 30 office closure: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Legal Aid Alberta offices and phone lines will be closed on Sept. 30, 2025, in observance of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This one-time closure aligns with eiftthe direction Alberta Courts are taking this year. Our JP Bail, Brydges, and EPO King’s Bench Review programs will remain available to assist individuals who […]
Register now for child welfare training seminars
Registration is open now for two child welfare training seminars: Child welfare – from cross examination to qualifying experts This session will focus on basic skills for running child welfare trials. Speakers: Dustin Tkachuk, Elizabeth Kinhnicki, Ide Ohioze, Chelsey Grue and Cindy D. Turner, KC Sept. 20, 2025 9 a.m. – 3 […]
The role of youth duty counsel in the justice system
The Youth Criminal Justice Act ensures that young people are treated fairly – and differently than adults – if they come into conflict with the law and face criminal charges. Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyer Nancy Cush, who has more than 25 years of experience in this area of law, appeared on the Global […]
Reuniting families in child welfare cases
Regardless of a family’s background, there can be times when circumstances in a home put a child’s well-being at risk. In those instances, the child can be removed from the home until the parents are better able to care for the child. That’s where Legal Aid Alberta lawyers like Doug McLachlan come in. McLachlan appeared […]
Register now for final bail webinar
Register today for LAA’s fifth and final webinar on judicial interim release, hosted by LAA Staff Lawyer Jonathan Brandon and LAA Roster Lawyer Steve Smith. King’s Bench bail and detention reviews Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025 12 – 1:15 p.m. Topics covered: Need-to-know case law (e.g. Myers) Filing materials for a King’s Bench bail hearing […]
Careers at Legal Aid Alberta
Legal Aid Alberta is seeking lawyers for multiple roles. These positions will appeal to individuals who like to take initiative, are client focused and exceptionally strong in delivering high-quality results. You will help drive the future of our organization and play an important role in developing a talented and diverse Legal Aid Alberta team province […]