 Harry M. Van Harten, LLB
Harry practises in the areas of criminal, child welfare and family law. He was admitted to the Alberta Bar in 1987. He has practised criminal defense along with child protection law for 21 years. Harry has successfully argued cases at all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada.
Over the years Harry has volunteered with such organizations such as: Student Legal Assistance at the University of Calgary, Calgary Legal Guidance, CBA, Woods Home Exit Program Outreach, the Elizabeth Fry Society in Calgary, and Citizens for Public Justice, among others. He has also volunteered as an instructor for the Legal Education Society of Alberta and CPLED. Harry is also a Bencher with the Law Society of Alberta.
Harry’s work passion is representing children and youth, and ensuring a process of fairness for parents whose children have been apprehended by children’s services.
Professional Profile:
- Member of the Law Society of Alberta since 1987
- Bachelor of Law (LLB) University of Calgary, 1986
- Member Calgary Bar Association
- Board Member, University of Calgary, Student Legal Assistance
- Instructor, Bar Admission Course, Criminal Law
Area of Speciality:
- Adult and Youth Criminal Defence
- Child Protection Defence
- Family Law
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