Why Your Membership Matters

Your Voice in the Justice System

•   Advocate: We represent your interests and the rights of everyday Albertans before legislators and policy-makers.

•   Support: We provide the tools and networks that strengthen the plaintiff bar.

•   Educate: We are committed to informing the public about the importance of an effective civil justice system.

ACTLA Member Value & Resources

Celebrating 40 Years of Advocacy, Education, and Excellence

For four decades, ACTLA has been the backbone of Alberta’s plaintiff bar. As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we aren't just looking back—we are looking forward. We are actively listening to your needs to develop new services that will define the next era of our profession.

Elite Knowledge & Information

• The Barrister Magazine: Our award-winning publication delivers cutting-edge insights from the Bench and Bar directly to your email or door. Access years of legal wisdom through our fully searchable digital archives.

• E-News Updates: Stay informed without the clutter. Receive timely updates on legislative shifts, upcoming seminars, and vital association news 3–5 times per year.

Professional Development & Growth

•   Premium Education & Events: From webinars to flagship seminars, gain practical strategies from leading litigators and guest speakers. ACTLA programs are designed to satisfy your professional goals while keeping your practice at the forefront of the civil justice system.

•   SeminarWeb Access: Enjoy even more Legal Education from internationally recognized presenters, through both live webinar options and on-demand recordings.

•   Plaintiffs Medical Negligence Litigation Group: Access specialized teleconference learning, dedicated networking, and a joint knowledge-base with our colleagues at TLABC. Eligibility requirements and modest fees apply.

Powerful Practice Tools

•   The Expert Witness Bank: Save hours of research. Our searchable database connects you with vetted professionals across every field—from Agriculture to X-Rays—helping you build stronger cases faster.

•   Member Discussion Forums (Listservs): Join the most powerful network of trial lawyers in North America. Real-time crowdsourcing of legal strategy, case law, and local practice tips.

•   Member Directory: Connect with your peers. Our secure, private directory allows you to find colleagues by city or area of practice instantly.

Public Outreach & Referral

• "Looking-For-A-Lawyer" Referral Service: Grow your practice through our exclusive online referral tool. When the public contacts ACTLA seeking representation, we send them here. List up to 5 areas of practice. Annual fee applies.

Other PErks

• Law QI - A Platform Where Lawyers Use AI to Learn AI: ACTLA Members enjoy a 3-Month Free Trial (May 1-July 31, 2026) followed by a discounted subscription price. Check out the recorded walk-through HERE and contact executivedirector@actla.com to receive your free access code.

• Preferred Hotel Rates: Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown has partnered with ACTLA to offer ACTLA members a preferred rate for bookings. ($159 May-Sep | $109 Oct-Dec). Email executivedirector@actla.com to find out how to save on your booking today!