In cases of life or death, Legal Aid Alberta guides refugees to safety in Canada
“You’re saving lives and saving families, and giving people hope.” Political debate and commentary on social media is often highly charged. In our democracy we value our right to speak critically of governments, without recrimination. That’s not the case everywhere. For Muhanad Shaukat, speaking out against the military regime in Sudan ended with death […]
Three cheers for LAA’s new board of directors
Legal Aid Alberta welcomes trio of new directors taking seats at the table. Catherine Braeuer, Brad Pickering, and Kent Teskey, QC, have been appointed to three-year terms on Legal Aid Alberta’s board of directors. An independent, non-profit organization that provides legal services, the board of directors are ambassadors for LAA and provide oversight of the […]
“Ask a Lawyer” TV segment on teenagers and crime
What to do when young people get in trouble with the law. “Ask a Lawyer” is a monthly segment on Global News Morning Edmonton at 7:40am on the first Tuesday of the month. Watch: Legal information for parents with troubled kids Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyer Karen McGowan, who has more than 20 […]
Sweeping changes to divorce law in Canada and what it means for Canadian parents and children
Amendments to the Divorce Act geared toward putting the needs of the child first Significant changes to Canada’s Divorce Act are coming into force March 1. These new laws are designed to promote children’s best interests, reduce family violence, help reduce poverty, and make the justice system more accessible and efficient. Legal Aid Alberta […]
Video and legal FAQs on youth criminal law
Albertans from across the province attend Legal Aid Alberta’s virtual event to learn about youth crime. On February 24, Albertans of every stripe and from every corner of the province logged in for Legal Aid Alberta’s virtual event Teens and the Law: What to do when bad behaviour turns criminal. LAA lawyer and youth criminal […]
Teens and the Law: What to do if bad behaviour turns criminal
Legal Aid Alberta is improving access to justice for rural youth and teaching parents about the criminal justice system . Communications and Public Relations February 19, 2021 Is it normal teen acting out or is it something far more? Legal Aid Alberta is helping its network of lawyers provide better legal service to young […]
Legal Aid Alberta combines expertise of youth and adult criminal lawyers to improve access to justice for vulnerable Albertans
LAA’s Criminal Trial Group prioritizes needs-based representation instead of age or location. As part of our Governance Agreement commitment to being innovative, flexible and responsive along with our strategic goal of being a Centre of Excellence, Legal Aid Alberta is improving delivery of criminal law services at a time when demand for legal aid has never […]
Legal Aid Alberta hosts “Ask a Lawyer” series with Global Morning Show
LAA family lawyer Jessica Chapman kicks off Global News TV segment with insights and expertise on child support payments. Starting this month, Legal Aid Alberta will be featured on the first Tuesday of every month on the “Ask a Lawyer” segment of the Global Morning Show in Edmonton. Family lawyer Jessica Chapman […]
Legal Aid Alberta adds new way of assisting sexual assault complainants in complex legal territory
New procedure will help reduce delays and provide Albertans with lawyers who can help protect their rights in sexual assault trials. Communications and Public Relations February 03, 2021 Legal Aid Alberta (LAA) is speeding up the ways they help vulnerable Albertans in sexual assault cases by providing legal support for all complainants whose sexual history, […]
Six ways the pandemic is changing the legal services landscape as we know it
How Legal Aid Alberta is finding solutions to ensure Albertans have access to justice. Communications and Public Relations January 21, 2021 There are no upsides to a pandemic, although it has compelled our staff at Legal Aid Alberta to become even better problem solvers so we can continue helping people who need us the […]