Best Free Lawyers In Calgary Near Me

4worldlovers: CLG offers free legal guidance to no-to-low-income people, including those experiencing family violence, homelessness, or health issues, and cannot afford a lawyer or have access to paid services.

4worldlovers: We are a boutique Canadian law firm practicing exclusively family law, with offices in Calgary, AB and Vancouver, BC.


Our family lawyers prevent and resolve conflicts through communication, negotiation, and where necessary through litigation. Call us about your separation, cohabitation or pre-nuptial agreement, adoption, or other family law matters.


Our family lawyers have decades of experience in specialized areas such as separation agreements, division of property, parenting and custody issues, adoptions, and adult guardianship.


We know divorce inside and out. Our divorce lawyers have helped thousands of clients move forward. We believe that focused experience delivers better results.


Our approach to the divorce & separation process is collaborative and solution-focused. In many cases a mediated out-of-court solution is the best path forward. Sometimes the solution requires a divorce lawyer to protect your interests in court. We can be there for you, and help you get to the other side.

Don't get divorced without proper representation. Our top rated divorce attorneys know the answers. Get in touch for a free consultation and find out how we can help you protect your family, resolve conflicts, and begin your new life.

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Our top-rated law firm, with an office in the heart of downtown Calgary, offers a full range of legal services including but not limited to:

Child custody and access disputes resolved in the best interests of the child

Pre-nuptial, cohabitation, and post-nuptial agreements to protect relationships with fairness and certainty

Adult guardianship and trusteeship applications relating to old age or disability

Family law is complex because every situation is different. Let us help you find solutions, minimize negative impacts on your life and those close to you, and make a new start.

When you sit down with one of our lawyers we will review your situation with you and discuss your legal options. We can make a plan together, and see it through.

Legal advice is just the beginning. Our team includes not just the members of our firm, but accountants, child psychologists, counsellors and other professionals we've worked with for years.

Send us a note and our office will contact you within 24 hours to discuss your needs and to schedule an appointment with a family lawyer.

We've helped hundreds of clients navigate their separation and divorce. Here's what a few of them had to say:

I’ve really appreciated working with you. I always felt like you understood what I was going through, and really cared about the outcome.

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4worldlovers: MacLean Family Law has an impressive track record of complex wins in all levels of court.

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"Without help from LAA, I don’t think my hearing would have gone through yet. I felt protected and had peace of mind."

4worldlovers: Being accused of a crime may be the most stressful event you will ever experience in your lifetime. If you are reading this, it is likely that you or a loved one have been arrested and charged by the police. Your reputation has been tarnished, your liberties have been restricted, and now you have to defend yourself in court. You’ve been through a lot, but unfortunately, this is just the beginning.

Next, the government will use all of the resources at its disposal to prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law. With unlimited money, power, and resources at their disposal, they have the means to see this through.

We understand that being merely accused of a crime can be extremely stigmatizing. But being found guilty can lead to its own host of significant ramifications.

Even if you are not sentenced to a jail term, a criminal conviction can have profound consequences on your future, such as:

As hard as it may seem, remember that you are presumed innocent throughout this process and that you are doing the right thing by exploring your legal options.

No two clients are alike. We understand that the circumstances in your case are unique and require a personalized approach to address any criminal charge you are facing.

Our first step with any new client is to listen. Understanding the exact circumstances that led to you receiving a criminal charge is critical in being able to determine the strategy we believe will be most likely to result in the best possible outcome. We will also discuss your goals in resolving the criminal charge which may include avoiding a criminal record, avoiding jail time, and/or having a fine reduced.

Once we have a comprehensive understanding of your situation, we will discuss next steps and outline the strategy we believe would be in your best interest such as proceeding to trial, attempting to reach a resolution with the Crown, or pleading guilty to a lesser offence and sentence.

Most importantly, no matter what avenue we take, it will be with your instruction and confidence that it is the right strategy for you.

In 2021, Calgary Police Services reported 75,539 Criminal Code of Canada (“Criminal Code”) offences, meaning 5.7% of the total population of the city experienced firsthand the stress and concern over how to handle the consequences of a Criminal Code offence. Of course, this does not consider the thousands more who are impacted as friends or family of the individual charged.

Although self-representation is an option, and your legally protected right, there is a vast amount of information you will need to know prior to appearing for yourself in court. Furthermore, statistics indicate that self-represented litigants are significantly more likely to be found guilty than those with legal representation.

We are confident not only in our ability to represent you but also in working with you to find a payment plan that suits your budget, with a lawyer that suits your needs.

Defending your rights is not just about knowing the law. We believe that understanding your story is of the utmost importance as well. Every case is different, and every client has individualized needs. We will always take the time to meet with you to learn about your personal circumstances and priorities, so that we can represent you better.

Our lawyers are passionate about criminal law and are fully invested in those we represent. No matter the situation, we never lose site of our clients’ interests. Furthermore, with open lines of communication, you can count on us to keep you informed every step of the way.

Given the current economic client, we understand that times are tough for Calgarians. As such, the first consultation is free of charge. Beyond that, we offer flexible fee structures and aim to accommodate every budget.

Having a diverse legal team also allows us to offer a broad range of fees without compromising your defence. We always have the ability to pair the right lawyer for every client and every budget. The best part is that no matter who you hire, you will receive the full benefit of our collective wisdom and experience.