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The Legal Aid Brief (LAB) is a newsletter for the tariff bar. See all the latest articles by issue below.
From LAB issue: September 29, 2021
Lawyer Support contact changes
We’ve made a few changes to LABC’s Lawyer Services Department to serve you better.
LABC’s Quality Assurance Program
LABC’s Quality Assurance Program continues to grow and support legal aid lawyers in BC.
Complaints and recordkeeping tips
Despite your hard work on a case, clients sometimes complain. We have tips for that.
New CEO and VP announced
LABC welcomes Michael Bryant and Salman Azam.
Extended family contracts
Due to ongoing COVID-19 impacts, we’re extending active Family Standard Contracts.
October and November bursaries for upcoming webinars
LABC continues to offer bursaries for continuing professional development courses that are relevant to your legal aid practice.
From LAB issue: August 26, 2021
Reminder: Client coverage, eligibility and settlements
Let us know if you have concerns about a client’s eligibility for legal aid, or continuing eligibility, if their financial situation changes.
2020 Client Satisfaction Survey results are in
The majority of Legal Aid BC (LABC) clients feel they are being well-represented, according to the 2020 Client Satisfaction Survey.
Save the date: October 27 is Duty Counsel Day
If you provide duty counsel services, you’ll soon have your day.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Courts in BC will be closed on September 30, 2021, to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.