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Updated Criminal Case Management (CCM) Questionnaire
A simplified and streamlined Criminal Case Management (CCM) Questionnaire is now available for counsel seeking a CCM budget. CCM applies to all…
Good news for criminal lawyers! Digital access to court records
Lawyers in BC can now download DARS recordings of Provincial Court adult criminal proceedings and access some adult criminal court documentation from…
BC First Nations Justice Council legal aid engagement
The BC First Nations Justice Council is holding a series of engagement sessions with legal professionals across the province to discuss legal aid for…
Tariff lawyer roster, recruitment and retention review
Legal Aid BC (LABC) has begun to review its tariff lawyer roster, recruitment, and retention management. LABC relies primarily on tariff…
LABC is introducing a new Legal Aid Navigator Program
This fall, Legal Aid BC is soft launching a program to support our clients with issues not covered by their legal aid contract. The program will…
Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative reminder
The Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative designates specific accused persons to receive dedicated services. This is a reminder to counsel…
Are you looking to share your knowledge with the next generation of lawyers?
Legal Aid BC is seeking lawyers, with a ten-year call or more, who are interested in mentoring newer LABC lawyers. We are in the process of…
Inclusive language information
Court Services Branch recently announced inclusive language changes related to how we address court clerks and deputy sheriffs. The change is…
Support for articling positions with legal aid law firms
The Association of Legal Aid Lawyers (ALL) has negotiated with the Attorney General Ministry and LABC to establish, for the next two years, an…
Lawyer Initiated Applications for Clients with Criminal Matters
We are pleased to share some news at LABC that will enhance the client and lawyer experience for criminal matters. As many of you have already been…