The Law Society of Alberta is the self governing body for Alberta's lawyers, whose mandate is to regulate the profession in the public interest. As a regulator, the LSA sets standards and enforces those standards for Alberta lawyers. 

Upcoming Events

September 30 & October 1, 2010 Bencher Meeting in Lethbridge

Highlighted Content

Harmonization Tax - Effective July 1, 2010

Delivery of Legal Services - Ipsos Reid Survey of the Legal Profession

The Advisory - June 2010

Ipsos Reid Poll Supports Ongoing Work of the Law Society

Guidelines to Facilitate Discharging or Transfer of Mortgages (PDF 70k) and List of Bank Contacts (PDF 70k)

New Safety of Trust Property Strategy: Pilot Program to be Phased In

eBulletins are available on our website with the latest news and announcements

New webpage available, Fraud Alerts and Tips, including a fraud reporting mailbox

The Advisory (June 2010)

Read the Advisory to get the latest updates on the Safety of Trust Property pilot project, the upcoming Pro Bono National Conference, Aboriginal Law Student Summer Program, Summary of Disciplinary Matters, and much, much more.

Harmonization Tax - Effective July 1, 2010

Harmonization of GST/PST in Ontario and BC may now affect how taxes are charged or paid. On July 1, 2010, tax charged or paid will depend upon the province in which the goods or services are deemed to be provided. Two articles are posted which provide further information. You may wish to check with your accountant for information and direction on this matter. Read more on how harmonization of GST/PST may affect lawyers in Alberta.

General Consumer Survey Supports Ongoing Work of the Law Society

Benchmark measures and indicators gathered through a general consumer survey on legal services will support the ongoing work of the Law Society of Alberta. As a regulator of the legal profession, the Law Society of Alberta is currently engaged in research on the delivery of legal services by lawyers in Alberta.

Law Society of Alberta News Release (May 19, 2010)
Ipsos Reid News Release (May 18, 2010)
Ipsos Reid Table of Results (May 18, 2010)

New Safety of Trust Property Strategy: Pilot Program to be Phased In

The rollout of the Law Society’s new strategy to ensure continued safety of trust property and the continued reputation of the profession will begin with a pilot project.

In April 2010, the Benchers approved a revised rollout of the new program, authorizing a pilot to be phased in commencing May and June 2010 with full implementation to occur in January 2011.

The Law Society’s new strategy around safety of trust property will introduce new control techniques and new audit measures.

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