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A note from Legal Aid BC’s CEO
This newsletter is my first opportunity, as Legal Aid BC’s new CEO, to address the legal aid bar. I’ve attended gatherings of lawyers in my new role…
Increased financial eligibility guidelines
As announced in a recent Message to the Bar, Legal Aid BC has expanded financial eligibility for Family Limited Representation Contracts using new…
Parents’ counsel update
As of February 25, 2022, the Ministry of Children & Family Development advises that West Moberly First Nations Chief and Council has been added…
Videoconference court proceedings: Update to MS Teams links
Effective Monday, January 31, 2022, Court Services Branch (CSB) will be updating the list of MS Teams court links for virtual attendance.
Notice to Counsel #117 clarification
As a result of feedback received in response to Notice to Counsel #117, Legal Aid BC would like to clarify the change to General Terms and Conditions…
CFCSA parents’ counsel update
As of January 6, 2022, Toquaht Nation Government is included in the list of Indigenous Governing Bodies (IGB) who must receive notice of significant…
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.
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.
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.