Civil Claims Duty Counsel The Civil Claims Duty Counsel (CCDC) project provides brief legal assistance to self-represented litigants with civil matters in the Alberta Court of Justice in Calgary and Edmonton. Volunteer lawyers are available to provide free 30-minute consultations on a first-come, first-served basis. They can provide legal advice, information on court procedures, assistance with document preparation and review, and help preparing for trials, motions and other appearances. This program does not assist with family, criminal or corporate law matters, matters in Court of King’s Bench or other Appeal Courts, or pre-trial conferences and mediations. In-person Assistance at Courthouse: This is currently offered on a walk-in basis. No appointment or pre-registration is required and clients are assisted on a first-come, first-served basis. Check Out our Program Calendar to know when and where the next CCDC Program is taking place Location: Calgary Courts Centre (601 – 5 Street SW) 15th Floor, Rooms S15-06, S15-23, S15-39 Hours: Monday 12:30 PM – 4:00PM Tuesday – Friday 9:00AM – 12:00PM, 12:30PM – 4:00PM Location: Edmonton Law Courts (1A Sir Winston Churchill Square) 2nd Floor, Provincial Court, Courtroom 262 Hours: Thursday 9:00AM – 4:00PM CHECK OUT THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE Volunteer With Us Get Legal Help Donate About Us What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff Our Programs Our Impact Annual Reports Testimonials Annual Reports Testimonials Careers Contact Menu Close PRO BONO LAW ALBERTA is funded by: Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media

Insurance & Rules Corporate/Government Insurance Exempt Lawyers Corporate/government lawyers are active members of the LSA and exempt from the insurance provisions of the Rules of the Law Society pursuant to Rule 135 and Rule 148. This category of members swears a statutory declaration that they will not provide legal services outside the scope of their employment. The Benchers of the LSA and the ALIA have facilitated the extension of errors and omissions insurance coverage through ALIA to corporate/government lawyers when they provide pro bono legal services through an authorized pro bono provider as listed in Rule 148(2.1). Non-Practicing/Inactive Lawyers If you are a lawyer who is non-practicing, retired or otherwise inactive with the LSA, and you would like to provide pro bono services exclusively through an approved pro bono provider (see Rule 148.2.1), you can apply for Active Membership, Pro Bono Legal Services status. Lawyers will be required to pay an annual membership fee equivalent to the inactive member fee rather than the full active membership fee. Read more about Active for pro bono status or download the application form here. Practicing/Active Lawyers Members of the Law Society of Alberta (LSA) who are active and insured lawyers (members of the private bar) are insured to provide legal services to clients whether or not they charge a fee for the legal service. When providing pro bono legal services through a pro bono clinic, other pro bono program or doing the legal work for free in the course of private practice, the Alberta Lawyers Insurance Association (ALIA) insurance provides errors and omissions (E&O) coverage for pro bono legal services delivered. Volunteer With Us Get Legal Help Donate About Us What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff Our Programs Our Impact Annual Reports Testimonials Annual Reports Testimonials Careers Contact Menu Close PRO BONO LAW ALBERTA is funded by: Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media

Privacy Policy A legal disclaimer The explanations and information provided on this page are only general and high-level explanations and information on how to write your own document of a Privacy Policy. You should not rely on this article as legal advice or as recommendations regarding what you should actually do, because we cannot know in advance what are the specific privacy policies you wish to establish between your business and your customers and visitors. We recommend that you seek legal advice to help you understand and to assist you in the creation of your own Privacy Policy. Privacy Policy - the basics Having said that, a privacy policy is a statement that discloses some or all of the ways a website collects, uses, discloses, processes, and manages the data of its visitors and customers. It usually also includes a statement regarding the website’s commitment to protecting its visitors’ or customers’ privacy, and an explanation about the different mechanisms the website is implementing in order to protect privacy. Different jurisdictions have different legal obligations of what must be included in a Privacy Policy. You are responsible to make sure you are following the relevant legislation to your activities and location. What to include in the Privacy Policy Generally speaking, a Privacy Policy often addresses these types of issues: the types of information the website is collecting and the manner in which it collects the data; an explanation about why is the website collecting these types of information; what are the website’s practices on sharing the information with third parties; ways in which your visitors an customers can exercise their rights according to the relevant privacy legislation; the specific practices regarding minors’ data collection; and much much more. To learn more about this, check out our article “Creating a Privacy Policy” . Volunteer With Us Get Legal Help Donate About Us What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff Our Programs Our Impact Annual Reports Testimonials Annual Reports Testimonials Careers Contact Menu Close PRO BONO LAW ALBERTA is funded by: Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media

KB Amicus Program Due to recent changes in court naming conventions, our Queen’s Bench Court Assistance Program has been rebranded as the King’s Bench Court Assistance Program (“KB Amicus Program”). This rebranding is a name change only and does not change the objective and scope of the KB Amicus Program. The King’s Bench Court Assistance Program (also known as “KB Amicus Program”) provides summary legal assistance to self-represented litigants with civil matters at the Court of King’s Bench . Self-represented litigants with civil matters in the Court of King’s Bench who apply for assistance and meet program criteria will be able to receive up to 30 minutes of free legal advice from a volunteer lawyer. In the morning, volunteer lawyers are available to provide in-person assistance to those without legal representation who need help with their Morning Chambers appearances in Applications Judge and Justice Chambers. This includes assistance with applications, bankruptcy, motions, and other appearances. This program does not assist with family, criminal or corporate matters, matters in the Alberta Court of Justice or other Appeal Courts, pre-trial conferences and mediations. In the afternoon, volunteers are available for in-person legal advice clinic for civil matters at the Court of King’s Bench in Calgary. Examples of these matters include foreclosure and bankruptcy, builder’s liens, wills and estates, or other civil matters. Volunteer lawyers are available to provide free 30-minute consultations and can provide summary legal advice; information on court procedure; help preparing for trials, motions and other appearances; and help completing forms. This afternoon advice clinic is not currently offered in Edmonton. In-person Assistance at Courthouse: This is currently offered on a walk-in basis. No appointment or pre-registration is required and clients are assisted on a first-come, first-served basis. Check Out our Program Calendar to know when and where the next KB AMICUS Program is taking place Location: MORNING CHAMBERS Calgary Courts Centre (601 – 5 Street SW) Courtrooms 902, 903, 904, 1004, and 1002** **Assistance in courtroom 1002 is limited to Civil Restraining Orders. Hours: Tuesday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Location: MORNING CHAMBERS Edmonton Law Courts (1A Sir Winston Churchill Square) Law Library, Room 2014, 2/F, South Tower Courtrooms 211, 213, 316, and 517** **Assistance in courtroom 517 is limited to Civil Restraining Orders. Hours: Wednesday 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM CHECK OUT THE PROGRAM SCHEDULE Volunteer With Us Get Legal Help Donate About Us What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff Our Programs Our Impact Annual Reports Testimonials Annual Reports Testimonials Careers Contact Menu Close PRO BONO LAW ALBERTA is funded by: Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media

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Board & Staff Christine Laing Executive Director Amanda Stoik Finance Coordinator La Salette Encarnacion, LLB Court-based Programs (Edmonton) and VLS Coordinator Nyasha Chirove Court-based Programs (Calgary) Coordinator Vasil Dimitrov Program and Evaluations Manager Lindsey Roy Engagement Coordinator Board Of Directors The Pro Bono Law Alberta Board of Directors consists of volunteers from across Alberta who share a dedication to the pursuit of access to justice for all Albertans. President Ed Ma, KC Treasurer Steve Nelson Manager of Planning & Optimization, Suncor Energy (Calgary) Secretary Hsiu Yan Chan Director Marija Bicanic Director Robert Philp, KC Director Shay J. Vanderschaeghe Director Usman Mahmood Law Society of Alberta Bencher Representative Director Sharilyn C. Nagina Director Douglas T. Yoshida Director Judith Hanebury, KC Volunteer With Us Get Legal Help Donate About Us What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff What We Do Our Funders & Project Partners Board & Staff Our Programs Our Impact Annual Reports Testimonials Annual Reports Testimonials Careers Contact Menu Close PRO BONO LAW ALBERTA is funded by: Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media Pro Bono Law Alberta +1 403-541-4804 1900, 840 - 7th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G2 © 2025 Pro Bono Law Alberta Crafted By The Shire Media

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Court Program Support Volunteer ROLE OF COURT PROGRAM SUPPORT VOLUNTEERS : Maintain a welcoming office, assist clients and lawyers, ensure accurate documentation, and interact with court personnel. Please note that Court Program Support Volunteers do not provide legal advice to clients. Duties: Assist self-represented individuals and volunteer lawyers with administrative support as required by the CCDC or KB Amicus Programs Conduct intake and triage processes, including assessing client needs and directing them to appropriate resources Assist in conflict management Perform additional tasks as needed Who Can Apply: Any student pursuing an undergraduate degree or a law degree, internationally trained lawyers going through the NCA process, as well as legal assistants and paralegals. How to Apply : To apply please send your cv, cover letter, hours of availability per week to info@pbla.ca . Use “Re: Court Program Support Volunteer Application ” as the subject line of your email. We will review your application and, if we believe you are a good fit, contact you to schedule an interview. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with PBLA!

Communications Volunteer ROLE OF COMMUNICATIONS VOLUNTEERS : Enhance organizational visibility and support fundraising through effective communication strategies. Duties: Create content for newsletters, blogs, social media, and promotional materials Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns Ensure brand consistency in all materials Monitor and report on campaign effectiveness using tools like Google Analytics Write and distribute press releases Update and maintain website content Schedule social media posts Engage with media and manage digital assets Who Can Apply: Any student pursuing an undergraduate degree or a law degree, internationally trained lawyers going through the NCA process, as well as legal assistants and paralegals. How to Apply : To apply please send your cv, cover letter, hours of availability per week to info@pbla.ca . Use “Re: Court Program Support Volunteer Application ” as the subject line of your email. We will review your application and, if we believe you are a good fit, contact you to schedule an interview. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with PBLA!

Event Volunteer ROLE OF EVENT VOLUNTEERS: Assist in planning and executing events, ensuring smooth operations and positive experience for attendees. Duties: Support event staff with coordination Set up and dismantle event equipment Help organize attendees and ensure safety Maintain a clean and organized venue Who Can Apply: Any student pursuing an undergraduate degree or a law degree, internationally trained lawyers going through the NCA process, as well as legal assistants and paralegals. How to Apply : To apply please send your cv, cover letter, hours of availability per week to info@pbla.ca . Use “Re: Court Program Support Volunteer Application ” as the subject line of your email. We will review your application and, if we believe you are a good fit, contact you to schedule an interview. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with PBLA!