[1:20:27] This workshop was presented by a Legal Aid Provincial Supervisor and the Intake Training/Online Applications Coordinator with commentary from the Rise Family Advocate Educator.
The session walked advocates through the online applications process for family law, what Legal Aid BC looks for in applications, as well as eligibility reviews, and how to work with Legal Aid BC to ensure they are able to connect with all clients who are eligible for representation services.
Presentation materials (PDF download)
00:00 Overview of Legal Aid BC services
03:09 Applying for legal aid by phone
05:32 Applying for legal aid online
31:07 Family law coverage guidelines
49:58 CFCSA coverage guidelines
51:10 Financial eligibility
1:03:20 Financial discretionary coverage
1:10:02 Requesting a review of a denial decision
1:14:14 Working together with intake
1:18:30 Closing remarks
Speakers:
Andrea Bryson, Rise Women's Legal Centre
Kirk, Legal Aid BC
Shannon, Legal Aid BC
Adina Popescu, Legal Aid BC
Read more about online third party applications: https://legalaid.bc.ca/community_workers/servicesForClients/emailApplications
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