Television shows such as Law and Order portray lawyers who prosecute crime as the heroes - fighting for justice and being the victim's voice in the court. In real life, these lawyers do play a critical role in the criminal justice system. However, shows that portray prosecutors as the defenders of … [Read more...]
Volunteer Lawyers & Pro Bono Organizations in Alberta
Lawyers across Alberta spend countless hours each year volunteering with legal clinics and court programs to assist vulnerable individuals with their legal problems. Without help, these individuals would otherwise represent themselves – called self-represented litigants or SRLs. Volunteer lawyers … [Read more...]