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. […]
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 […]
Legal Aid Alberta helps immigration and refugee applicants
Moving to a new country is an enormous undertaking, and one that thousands of people choose when coming to Canada each year. Some have been planning their move carefully; others are fleeing repressive regimes where the rule of law is not in effect. All are seeking a better life and a new beginning in Canada. […]
Legal Aid Alberta celebrates 28 long-service employees
Year after year, “LAA has been there” to provide access to justice “Thank you for listening.” These are the most gratifying words Kevin Livingstone can hear in his long and accomplished career as a family lawyer with Legal Aid Alberta (LAA). For the past 20 years, Kevin has been on the frontlines […]
Ask a Lawyer: Women in the legal profession
This Saturday, March 8, marks International Women’s Day. It is a day of unity, celebration, reflection, advocacy, and action and is celebrated in many countries worldwide. The Government of Canada’s theme for IWD 2025 is “Strength in every story”. In Alberta and most of the country, women are well-represented in the legal profession. For example: […]
Ask a Lawyer: Representing children in family court
In high-conflict family cases, child representation is vital In family breakups, especially when parents are at an impasse, it is important that the voices of children are heard. Legal Aid Alberta lawyers are highly skilled in child representation. LAA staff lawyer Krista McFadyen appeared on the Global News Morning Ask A Lawyer segment to […]
Here for the kids: Legal Aid Alberta represents children in high-conflict parenting disputes
Access to Justice Week webinar on Feb. 7 will help educate Albertans on importance of child representation and children’s legal rights During high-conflict family matters, parents and guardians are often at the forefront, leaving children vulnerable to decisions made on their behalf. So, who protects the kids? Legal Aid Alberta (LAA) family lawyers help preserve […]
Legal Aid Alberta is making it easier and faster for Albertans to access the legal help they need
A look at some of the ways LAA is improving services to enhance access to justice Every day across Alberta, Legal Aid Alberta helps hundreds of individuals and families by offering skilled legal representation, advice and support. We’re there in courthouses, hearing rooms, hospitals and jails. We make justice more accessible for everyone. […]
Helping Albertans take their first steps toward justice is on Sarah’s daily to-do list
“Hello, thank you for calling Legal Aid Alberta. May I have your date of birth and name, please?” This is how Sarah begins her morning shift and every phone call as a Contact Centre Intake Officer (CCIO) at Legal Aid Alberta. At 8:15 a.m., Sarah answers her first call, ready to help and make a […]
Ask a Lawyer: Protecting Albertans’ rights at police stations, 24-7
Imagine this scenario: After a night out, someone accepts a ride home from an acquaintance. Along the way, police pull the car over – and it turns out the vehicle was stolen. Everyone in the car is taken into custody and potentially faces serious criminal charges. Who do you call for help? Legal […]