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Welcome to the Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan website. PBLS does not provide direct legal services, but designs, coordinates, and promotes pro bono (free) legal services throughout the province. Keep reading to determine if there is a PBLS program or another resource that can assist you.


Legal Services

Intersecting with the justice system can sometimes be a confusing and bewildering experience. Lawyers are trained to navigate the system, act as advocates and advisors, and are required to uphold the rule of law. They are integral to the justice system and hold positions of great responsibility. Lawyers are also obligated to adhere to a strict code of ethics (PDF).

Lawyers counsel clients about their legal rights and obligations and suggest courses of action in business and personal matters after reviewing relevant laws, judicial decisions, and the specific circumstances of each individual client. You may wish to access The Law & You section of the Law Society of Saskatchewan website to learn more. Lawyers provide valuable assistance, for which they charge a fee. You may wish to read informational articles on the legal system prepared by the Public Legal Education Association of Saskatchewan.

In recent times, access to justice has become a major concern. Severe budget cuts to Legal Aid combined with a widening gap between the rich and poor and the increased complexity of the legal system have meant that some members of society are unable to afford legal services. Lawyers volunteer their time and expertise by providing legal services pro bono to persons of limited means and many law firms in Saskatchewan have signed a Pro Bono Pledge (PDF).

If you find yourself unable to afford a lawyer and as you search for legal information and assistance, please consider the following programs:

Legal Aid »
Public Legal Education »
Pro Bono Programs »


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Legal Services

Information Sheet
If you are looking for legal services in Saskatchewan, consider reading the Legal Services Information Sheet (PDF) available here.

Financial Eligibility
Information about program eligibility is available here (PDF).


Randi J. Arnot


Randi has practiced law in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan since 1984 and is currently a senior partner with the firm of Arnot Heffernan Blenner-Hassett in that city. Randi is an experienced litigator, mediator, and collaborative lawyer. Her practice primarily consists of dispute resolution, family law, employment law and assisting those with Residential School Claims.
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