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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: December 3, 2021
Lawyer Portal modernization
Legal Aid BC is “modernizing” the system used for the Lawyer Portal to better support lawyers who do legal aid work.
December 2021 holiday payment schedule
We are pleased to inform you that your regular payment schedule will continue throughout the December holiday season this year.
From LAB issue: October 26, 2021
Legal Aid BC bursaries for upcoming webinars
Bursaries are available for continuing professional development courses.
Fairy Creek and Legal Aid - Update
Legal Aid BC is continuing to assist clients who face contempt proceedings arising from the protest at Fairy Creek.
Converting a Family Limited Representation Contract to a Family Standard Contract
Have you received a Family Limited Representation Contract (FLRC), and think your client should be eligible for full coverage under a Family Standard…
CIAJ Conference: Indigenous Peoples and the Law
LABC is taking bursary applications for CIAJ’s 45th Annual Conference on Indigenous Peoples and the Law, Nov 17-19, 2021.
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.