Did You Know? - Lawyer news
Topic: Did You Know?
View all articles →
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.
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.