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Court Assistance Program (King's Bench Amicus Program)

Court Assistance Program (King's Bench Amicus Program)

The goal of the Court Assistance Program (King's Bench Amicus Program) is to improve access to justice for self-represented litigants appearing in King' Bench Justice and Masters Chambers. This program brings volunteer lawyers into Chambers, where they act as 'amicus curiae' and help the court understand the issues related and the positions taken by unrepresented litigants. The  program offers opportunity for courtroom advocacy in a positive environment, which can give great skills-building experience for lawyers and students, and the program is beneficial for overall professional development, mentoring, networking, building collegiality, and enhancing the public image of the legal profession.  This service is available in Calgary and Edmonton. Check with the courthouse for dates and times.

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