Maliiganik Tukisiinakvik Legal Services

Maliiganik Tukisiinakvik Legal Services represents 40 years of dedicated advocacy for access to justice in Nunavut, serving the residents of Iqaluit and communities throughout the Arctic with legal representation, court work, and public legal education. Based in the Inuksugait Plaza at 1104B Qamaniqtuaq Street in Iqaluit, this vital legal aid clinic provides free, comprehensive legal services to Nunavummiut facing family law matters, criminal charges, child protection involvement, housing crises, and other urgent legal needs.

At its core, Maliiganik Tukisiinakvik embodies a profound commitment to ensuring that access to justice is not determined by wealth, geography, or circumstance. For four decades, the clinic has worked tirelessly to serve individuals and families who might otherwise face the legal system alone. This mission has never been more important, given Nunavut's geographic isolation, unique social and economic challenges, and the particular needs of Inuit communities.

The clinic's family law team includes 3 dedicated family lawyers who represent clients in divorce, separation, child protection proceedings, custody and access matters, spousal and child support issues, and domestic law concerns. These lawyers understand the cultural context of Inuit communities and bring sensitivity to the unique circumstances families in Nunavut face. Whether addressing family breakdown, child welfare concerns, or domestic safety issues, the family law team approaches each case with both legal skill and cultural awareness.

Beyond individual case representation, Maliiganik Tukisiinakvik provides criminal legal representation through 8 criminal law lawyers and poverty law assistance through 1 poverty law lawyer. The clinic also employs 2 full-time Iqaluit Inuit court workers and maintains relationships with Inuit court workers in 12 communities across Baffin Island, ensuring that clients have culturally appropriate support throughout the justice system.

The firm's commitment extends beyond the courtroom to public legal education, law reform advocacy, and community work. The team understands that many legal problems can be prevented or better managed through education and awareness. Accordingly, Maliiganik Tukisiinakvik works actively to help Nunavummiut understand their legal rights and options, promoting informed decision-making and empowerment.

What makes Maliiganik Tukisiinakvik absolutely essential is that all services are provided free of charge to those who qualify. This eliminates the economic barriers that might otherwise prevent vulnerable people from accessing legal help. For individuals who have been arrested, have had involvement with family services, face employment loss, or fear eviction, the clinic's lawyers provide free, timely information and representation as they navigate the justice system.

The clinic operates Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed over lunch) and can be reached at 867-975-6395 or toll-free at 1-866-202-5593. Whether you need representation in a family law matter, criminal defense, or poverty law assistance, Maliiganik Tukisiinakvik stands ready to ensure that you have a voice in the legal system and access to the justice you deserve.