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We’re looking for mentors
Want to share your knowledge with the next generation of legal aid lawyers? Consider becoming a mentor through LABC’s mentorship program, generously…
Survey: Let us know about your experience working with LABC
Legal Aid BC’s focus remains on improving our services and support for private bar lawyers. This survey allows us to better understand the experience…
Free Criminal Law Bootcamp for articled students and junior lawyers: May 7 – 8
We’re pleased to confirm that the Criminal Law Bootcamp is returning on May 7 – 8, 2026, at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel in Vancouver (1133 W.…
Revised compliance policy
LABC has revised its policies governing the handling of complaints and the procedures surrounding the investigations and resolution of issues. The…
Criminal record check requirements
Legal aid lawyers will now be required, as mandated by the Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA), to submit a criminal record check, aligning with the…
Minimum eligibility requirements for serious criminal cases
Note: We’ve clarified information below originally communicated in Notice to Counsel #130 (PDF). Effective February 1, 2026, Legal Aid BC…
Provide your feedback on LABC’s Quality Assurance Framework for representation services
Legal Aid BC (LABC) is undertaking a project to develop a Lawyer Quality Assurance (QA) Framework for contracted legal aid representation services.…
Lawyer-initiated change-of-counsel requests
As part of our ongoing efforts to manage program costs responsibly and ensure a high quality of client service, LABC asks that change-of-counsel…
Extending our heartfelt gratitude to you
As 2025 wraps up, we at Legal Aid BC (LABC) extend our sincere appreciation to you for your continued commitment to legal aid work. Your dedication,…
Defence counsel can now receive Supreme Court criminal registry reports by secure email
The Supreme Court of BC registry has implemented an option for defence counsel of record to receive certain reports in criminal proceedings by secure…