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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: October 24, 2024
Legal Aid Connect 2024: Vancouver & Victoria
We’re pleased to announce the return of Legal Aid Connect, taking place in Vancouver on November 19 and Victoria on November 20-21. This event…
From LAB issue: September 26, 2024
Billing tip: Invoice notes section
Many of you are familiar with the notes section on Legal Aid BC (LABC) invoices. When you bill LABC, you see “Invoice notes – for your reference…
Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative reminder
The Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative (ReVOII) designates specific accused persons to receive dedicated services. If you’re a lawyer…
New family law clinic model locations
We’re pleased to announce that Surrey and Victoria will be home to a new, expanded, and multidisciplinary family law clinic model in BC aimed at…
Legal Aid Connect 2024: Vancouver and Victoria
Watch for an invitation to join us at Legal Aid Connect in Vancouver on November 19 (5:00 pm – 8:30 pm) and in Victoria on November 20…
Impact of Race and Culture Assessments expansion
In early 2023, Legal Aid BC began funding Impact of Race and Culture Assessments (IRCAs). We’re pleased to advise that our funders are open to…
Parents’ counsel update: Kitasoo Xai’xais
The Ministry of Children and Family Development advises that, as of September 13, 2024, Kitasoo Xai’xais Chief and Council have been added to the…
From LAB issue: August 30, 2024
Free workshop: Navigating the First Five Years of Practice
If you’re a newer lawyer looking for professional development opportunities, the Lawyers Assistance Program of BC (LAPBC) offers a free, online multi…
Family Legal Aid Expansion Hours Certification form update
In March 2024, LABC announced enhancements to family legal aid services which are aimed at providing improved support for eligible clients who are…
Billing tips for travel
With many of us back from vacations, we’d like to remind you about a popular billing topic: travel. Here are some helpful tips to remember when…