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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.
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.
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.
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…
Access available to LAO legal research memos
Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) LAW memos can help you prepare your clients’ cases.
Reminder: Billing for articled students
You can bill us for legal services performed by an articled student, depending on certain conditions.
Mentoring opportunities available
LABC promotes mentoring within the tariff bar to provide lawyers with valuable and practical learning opportunities.
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.