Roster update on expired Governance Agreement
To our valued Roster Lawyers, As of now, we have not received any official information from the Government of Alberta regarding the status of the current Governance Agreement. Legal Aid Alberta is prepared to meet with the Government, as our ultimate goal has always been to return to the negotiating table. We’re disappointed and concerned […]
Special update for roster on expired governance agreement
To our valued Roster Lawyers, As of now, we have not received any official information from the Government of Alberta regarding the status of the current Governance Agreement. Legal Aid Alberta is prepared to meet with the Government, as our ultimate goal has always been to return to the negotiating table. We’re disappointed and concerned […]
Governance Agreement Expiration: A message from Legal Aid Alberta Board Chair Ryan Callioux
To our valued Employees, Roster Lawyers, and Stakeholders, Legal Aid Alberta has for the past several months been negotiating a new Governance Agreement with the Government of Alberta (as represented by the Minister of Justice) and the Law Society of Alberta. The current Governance Agreement expired on June 30, 2024. For those of you who do not […]
Important news — Governance Agreement Expiration: A message from Legal Aid Alberta Board Chair Ryan Callioux
Legal Aid Alberta Governance Agreement (PDF) To our valued Employees, Roster Lawyers, and Stakeholders, Legal Aid Alberta has for the past several months been negotiating a new Governance Agreement with the Government of Alberta (as represented by the Minister of Justice) and the Law Society of Alberta. The current Governance Agreement expired on June 30, […]
Expired Governance Agreement
To Albertans, we are completely committed to resolving this matter as soon as possible. On July 2, the Legal Aid Alberta Board of Directors shared a message with our employees, roster lawyers, and stakeholders regarding the expiration of the Governance Agreement with the Government of Alberta. The full message is available here […]
Gladue Report validation requirements, effective July 15
Legal Aid Alberta, together with our expert network of 1,200 roster lawyers across the province, is proud of its role in ensuring access to justice for all Albertans—including many of the most vulnerable residents of our province. Part of this role is to periodically review Tariff items to ensure that they are well implemented and […]
Lawyer Portal service outage July 5; DC Portal bug fixes
Lawyer Portal will be unavailable from Friday, July 5 at 5 p.m. until Saturday, July 6 at 11:59 p.m. in order to implement several minor bug fixes to DC Portal. Changes include: Users will now be able to see if an update to a client’s financial information is required. The link to the Financial Eligibility […]
Legal Aid Alberta earns sportsmanship award and finishes second overall at the Edmonton Corporate Challenge
“It’s a ton of fun and makes me feel more connected with my coworkers.” Jon Mastel, stakeholder engagement advisor and Corporate Challenge participant In an impressive display of teamwork, determination and competitive spirit, Legal Aid Alberta clinched second place in our division at this year’s Edmonton Corporate Challenge. The competition was as fierce as […]
Truth and reconciliation: Legal Aid Alberta’s commitment to better serve Indigenous clients and communities
“Whether we’re on the frontline of intake, a lawyer, or in administration, everyone in our organization benefits from compassion because it makes us who we are at LAA.” Legal Aid Alberta is committed to working toward positive change in the legal system for Alberta’s Indigenous, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. LAA Indigenous Liaison Aaron […]
Lawyer Directory assists Legal Aid Alberta clients in finding help faster
A new Lawyer Directory is available on the Legal Aid Alberta website, making it easier for clients to find the lawyer of their choice. Legal Aid Alberta’s new Lawyer Directory offers an online listing of Alberta lawyers who take legal aid cases and have chosen to be listed. The directory is searchable by name, courthouse […]