Episode
Unregulated Paralegals Leave Clients Empty Handed
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- May 25, 2026
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- 127
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Summary
A Calgary woman claims she was cheated out of a $13,000 settlement after hiring an unregulated paralegal in Alberta, where no licensing or oversight exists — leaving her and seven others with no recourse but police or court. The paralegal, who boasted experience and board involvement, admitted anyone can call themselves a paralegal here, calling himself a “cowboy” court agent. Investigations are underway, exposing a dangerous gap in consumer protection across Canada. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2ce4920df95f8c92