Be It Resolved Public Forum Debate – Canadians have a moral obligation to vote
Posted on January 19, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Be it resolved, that Canadians have a moral obligation to vote. Hear experienced debaters present the pros and cons on this hot topic! Debating the question: Stephanie V. McLean, Criminal Defense Lawyer, SVM Law Peter McCaffrey, Research Fellow, Manning Foundation for Democratic Education Date: Monday, January 26 at 7 – 9 p.m. Doors open 6:30 …
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“Enough for All” Strategy Celebration January 15, 2015
Posted on January 16, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
The Enough for All – Strategy Celebration took place January 15 in Calgary. The event marked the important work of the Calgary Poverty Reduction Initiative (CPRI) Secretariat and volunteers. A new agreement was signed to transition the continued implementation of the Enough for All strategy to Vibrant Communities Calgary (VCC). Learn more at http://www.vibrantcalgary.com/vibrant-initiatives/enough-for-all-strategy/ On …
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1000 Voices Legal Clinic Dates for January to May 2015
Posted on January 13, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Do you have a legal question? Do you need legal Advice? Receive 30 minutes of free legal advice from a volunteer lawyer at the Legal Clinic at 1000 Voices Where: Genesis Centre, 7556 Falconridge Blvd NE, Calgary When: next clinic dates are January 13 and 27, February 10 and 24, March 10 and 24, April …
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Staff Counsel Position Available – Lethbridge
Posted on January 13, 2015 by info@pbla.ca
Lethbridge Legal Guidance Society (LLG) offers pro bono legal services in a variety of areas of law to lower income residents of Lethbridge and area. LLG is seeking a Full Time Staff Counsel. Must be a member in good standing of the Law Society of Alberta and have general experience in family law, civil and …
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Innovative Alberta QB Amicus Program for SRLs Now Expanding
Posted on December 8, 2014 by info@pbla.ca
The Alberta “QB Amicus” program is an excellent example of the collaboration and innovation that is emerging as a result of increased attention being paid to access to justice issues for self-represented litigants. This initiative – a collaboration among Pro Bono Law Alberta (PBLA), Pro Bono Students Canada, private law firms, Student Legal Assistance, the …
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Legal Aid Alberta Eligibility Guidelines
Posted on December 5, 2014 by info@pbla.ca
As a result of the recent funding increase from the provincial government for this fiscal year, Legal Aid Alberta is increasing its financial eligibility guidelines effective December 4, 2014. The financial guidelines used to determine eligibility to receive representation through Legal Aid Alberta will increase by 18%, which will allow for the most vulnerable Albertans …
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Legal Clinic at Women’s Centre in Calgary Seeks Volunteer Lawyers
Posted on November 26, 2014 by info@pbla.ca
Pro Bono Law Alberta has received a request from the Women’s Centre in Calgary for female lawyer volunteers. The Women’s Centre is a safe, accessible place for women to go for resources, referrals and services such as tax clinics and legal advice. The Centre is seeking female lawyers to volunteer at legal advice clinics Thursday …
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Meeting for Managing Partners and Pro Bono Colleagues
Posted on November 17, 2014 by info@pbla.ca
PBLA held a meeting for Managing Partners and Pro Bono Colleagues in Edmonton on November 12, 2014. This annual meeting serves to update Edmonton law firms on PBLA’s activities and initiatives, and offers an opportunity for firms to learn more about pro bono opportunities available to their lawyers. The program included a presentation by Edmonton Community …
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Court Assistance Program – Calgary
Posted on November 17, 2014 by info@pbla.ca
Do you need help in King’s Bench or Masters Chambers? The Court Assistance Program may be able to help. Calgary Courts Centre, 601 – 5 Street SW Assistance in Court: applications, motions and other appearances in Masters, Justice and Bankruptcy Chambers Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. 9th and 10th Floor North …
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1000 Voices Legal Clinic Dates for November/December
Posted on October 30, 2014 by info@pbla.ca
Do you have a legal question? Do you need legal Advice? Receive 30 minutes of free legal advice from a volunteer lawyer at the Legal Clinic at 1000 Voices Where: Genesis Centre, 7556 Falconridge Blvd NE, Calgary When: next clinic dates are Nov 25 and Dec 9, drop in between 9:00 and 12:00 Areas of …
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