Ask a Lawyer: Family Violence Prevention

Legal Aid Alberta staff lawyers Jessica Chapman and Ruth Williams join Global News Morning Edmonton to shed light on family violence, the overlaps for those in immigration matters and the supports available.   November is Family Violence Prevention Month. It can happen to anyone, and it’s important to work together to spread awareness, educate and […]

Future of access to justice: Legal Aid Alberta law student positions in high demand

At LAA, students get hands on, real-life experience and insight into the realities of what many disadvantaged Albertans encounter on a daily basis.    Highlights Law student positions are growing in demand: LAA sees increase in applications for articling student positions in Calgary and Edmonton. LAA expands opportunities available for summer work. Student programs provide hands […]