Was this the Court of Queen's Bench?

Yes — it was renamed the Court of King's Bench in 2022. Older documents and judgments use the former name.

King's Bench or Court of Justice?

It depends on the amount and subject. Divorce, matrimonial property, class actions and judicial review go to King's Bench regardless of amount.

Court of King's Bench of Alberta — Civil Claims, Divorce & Estates

Court of King's Bench of Alberta

The Court of King's Bench of Alberta — renamed from Queen's Bench in 2022 — is the province's superior court of general jurisdiction. It hears civil claims above the Alberta Court of Justice limit, divorce and family property, estates, class actions, judicial review and the most serious criminal trials.

What it does

Hears civil claims above the Court of Justice monetary limit
Decides divorce and matrimonial property
Certifies and manages class actions
Conducts judicial review of tribunals
Hears serious criminal matters including jury trials

Matters it hears

Larger civil and commercial disputes
Divorce, support and matrimonial property
Estate and trust litigation
Class actions and injunctions
Serious criminal offences

Appeals & review

Appeals generally go to Court of Appeal of Alberta.

Appeal and review deadlines are short and strictly applied. Treat the decision date as the start of a clock.

Frequently Asked Questions

Was this the Court of Queen's Bench?: Yes — it was renamed the Court of King's Bench in 2022. Older documents and judgments use the former name.
King's Bench or Court of Justice?: It depends on the amount and subject. Divorce, matrimonial property, class actions and judicial review go to King's Bench regardless of amount.

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