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Lawyer Support contact changes
We’ve made a few changes to LABC’s Lawyer Services Department to serve you better.
September 29, 2021
LABC’s Quality Assurance Program
LABC’s Quality Assurance Program continues to grow and support legal aid lawyers in BC.
September 29, 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.
August 26, 2021
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.
August 26, 2021
Lawyer Portal tips
We’ve prepared three Lawyer Portal tips on: How to know if a contract is expiring soon; how to see which tariff items are included in your contracts, and; how to attach more than one document to an authorization form.
June 30, 2021
Access available to LAO legal research memos
Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) LAW memos can help you prepare your clients’ cases.
June 30, 2021
Reminder: Billing for articled students
You can bill us for legal services performed by an articled student, depending on certain conditions.
May 6, 2021
Mentoring opportunities available
LABC promotes mentoring within the tariff bar to provide lawyers with valuable and practical learning opportunities.
May 6, 2021
Reminder: Private billing needs LABC consent
Remember that private billing of legal aid clients is not allowed without LABC’s consent for any fees or disbursements.
March 26, 2021