How to prepare your students for successful roster applications
Over the next few months, Legal Aid Alberta expects many applications from new students-at-law seeking to join the LAA roster. By following these tips, you can increase their chances of success in being approved to join the roster. Note that students-at-law are only permitted to apply for one area of law and should select the […]
Bail webinar series draws hundreds: register now
A new five-part webinar series on bail hearings produced by Legal Aid Alberta is proving to be popular with lawyers across the province. Nearly 200 lawyers and articling students have registered for the entire series, which premiered May 14. The series premier was co-presented by LAA staff lawyer Katie Clackson and Sarah Kondor, with the […]
Gladue Program survey
Access to justice and quality legal representation are priorities for Legal Aid Alberta. On behalf of the Ministry of Justice, we’re sharing a request for criminal lawyers to complete an online survey regarding the Gladue Report Program. Details and the survey are available online until May 30.
Ask a Lawyer: Mental health and the justice system
Mental Health Week is May 5 – 11, raising awareness of the fact that many people – regardless of demographics – struggle with different forms of mental health issues throughout their lives. Legal Aid Alberta staff and roster lawyers practicing all areas of law come into contact with individuals affected by mental health issues. […]
Learn everything about bail: register for our five-part webinar series
Learn everything you need to know about bail hearings by registering for Legal Aid Alberta’s five-part bail webinar series, hosted by LAA staff and roster lawyers sharing practical knowledge, experiences and insights. Kicking off May 14: Bail Basics with LAA staff lawyer Katie Clackson and roster lawyer Sarah Kondor. Learn about: Primary, secondary and tertiary grounds […]
Client Gateway is expanding to new areas of law
Client Gateway, an alternate way for lawyers to help new and existing clients apply for coverage from Legal Aid Alberta, is about to expand to include all areas of law LAA covers. At present, Client Gateway is only in use by criminal lawyers for their clients. But starting in June, lawyers practicing family, child […]
Coming soon: the new LAA Portal
In June, we’ll begin transitioning to a new, unified platform that combines the Lawyer Portal, DC Portal, and Client Gateway into a single, streamlined system: the LAA Portal. With one login and a user-friendly interface, the LAA Portal will make it easier to complete Gateway applications and manage certificates and duty counsel interactions – all […]
Legal help at your fingertips: Four easy resources to guide you through legal aid
Dealing with a legal issue is stressful. We understand that — especially when life is already overwhelming due to things like family violence, addiction, or mental health struggles. That’s why we’re committed to making things easier. Every year, Legal Aid Alberta supports hundreds of thousands of Albertans navigating the justice system. To better serve individuals […]
Reminder: Interim invoices required
Legal Aid Alberta’s commitment to accountability for billings, for both clients and roster, requires roster lawyers to submit an annual interim invoice for every certificate issued. Some of you have asked: Does legal aid require a minimum amount to invoice? The answer is no. Our clients are required to pay for the legal aid services […]
Lawyer Portal outage April 17-18
There will be a routine outage affecting some LAA systems from 6 p.m. Thursday, April 17, to 11 a.m. on Friday, April 18. As a reminder, LAA offices are closed April 18. During this period, the following applications will be unavailable: Lawyer Portal DC Portal This update implements new tools and pathways designed to improve […]