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Tariff changes coming April 1
We’re preparing our systems and drafting associated changes to the LABC Tariffs, effective April 1, 2021.
Gladue report services are moving
Gladue report services are transitioning from LABC to the BC First Nations Justice Council on April 1, 2021.
Holiday payment schedule
We’re pleased to inform you that your regular payment schedule will continue throughout the holidays without disruption this year.
Provincial Court Family Rules update
Surrey and Victoria will be designated Early Resolution and Case Management Model registries, effective December 7, 2020.
Satisfaction survey results are in
The majority of respondents who participated in our 2020 Tariff Lawyer Satisfaction Survey rated the support they receive from us highly –…
Appeals tariff amendments
Watch for upcoming amendments to the wording of the administrative appeals section of the Appeals and Judicial Reviews Tariff.
Changes to the Family Limited Representation contract
We recently updated the Family Limited Representation contract to allow us — and you — to help more clients with a broader range of family law issues…
Out-of-custody duty counsel: One hour added for pre-court preparation time
LABC is increasing the daily authorizations by one hour for all duty counsel assignments that include out-of-custody services.
Criminal law: New jury selection procedures
The Supreme Court of BC will recommence jury selections starting September 8, 2020, prompting the need for new procedures.
Criminal law: CERC evaluation shows early success
Preliminary results of a third-party evaluation of our Criminal Early Resolution Contract (CERC) service indicate early success in its implementation…