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 […]
Tariff item 11.08 as it relates to Traffic Safety Act charges
As a general rule, Legal Aid does not cover Traffic Safety Act (TSA) charges. There are, of course, some very limited exceptions. A client can be determined to be in jeopardy if the offence of which they are accused carries a specified sentence of jail, such as second conviction under s 94(2) within a year, […]
Lawyer Portal outage after-hours on Wednesday, Aug. 13
A routine systems outage is scheduled from 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 13 to 6 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14. During this period, the following applications will be unavailable: Client Gateway Concerns Form DC Portal Lawyer Directory Lawyer Portal Lawyer Portal Application Form Earlier this year, we launched the Simplified Client Gateway, making it easier for […]
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 […]
Apply to join the Legal Aid Alberta Board of Directors
Applications are now open to join the Legal Aid Alberta Board of Directors. Directors are responsible for providing guidance and support to the executive team, overseeing the organization’s operations and making high-level decisions on key matters related to financial stewardship, organizational strategy and stakeholder engagement. Learn more
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 p.m. WHERE: University of […]
Legal Aid Alberta’s Brydges line never sleeps
Demand for legal representation never rests. Just as police work around the clock, Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyers are also on the job 24 hours a day, taking calls from people who have been arrested or detained. Last year alone, LAA answered approximately 25,000 calls on the Brydges phone line – an average of 68 […]
Careers at Legal Aid Alberta
Legal Aid Alberta currently has positions open for lawyers at various locations across the province. JP Bail Duty Counsel Lawyer – Criminal Trial Group Family Lawyer – Temporary Legal Services Manager – Family View career listings
Apply to join the Legal Aid Alberta Board of Directors
Applications are now open to join the Legal Aid Alberta Board of Directors. Directors are responsible for providing guidance and support to the executive team, overseeing the organization’s operations and making high-level decisions on key matters related to financial stewardship, organizational strategy and stakeholder engagement. Learn more
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 p.m. WHERE: University of […]