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Lawyer Quality Assurance Framework: Engagement Summary Report
In December 2025, LABC invited feedback from lawyers and other interested and impacted parties to help shape the development of a Lawyer Quality…
Impact of Race and Culture Assessment update and new guide
Over the past year, LABC has been working to improve client access to Impact of Race and Culture Assessment (IRCA) reports, and we’ve made…
Family law early resolution process expanded
The family early resolution process in the BC Provincial Courts was expanded as of May 1, 2026, to all registries within the Vancouver, Fraser,…
Temporary intake pause: Drug Treatment Court of Vancouver
The Office of the Chief Judge at the Drug Treatment Court of Vancouver (DTCV) recently issued a notice of temporary pause for new intakes at the…
Survey: Let us know about your experience working with LABC
Legal Aid BC’s focus remains on improving our services and support for private bar lawyers. This survey allows us to better understand the experience…
Family duty counsel recruitment
Legal Aid BC (LABC) is looking for qualified family lawyers to add to its family duty counsel (FDC) roster in the following locations: 100…
Revised compliance policy
LABC has revised its policies governing the handling of complaints and the procedures surrounding the investigations and resolution of issues. The…
Criminal record check requirements
Legal aid lawyers will now be required, as mandated by the Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA), to submit a criminal record check, aligning with the…
Extending our heartfelt gratitude to you
As 2025 wraps up, we at Legal Aid BC (LABC) extend our sincere appreciation to you for your continued commitment to legal aid work. Your dedication,…
Early Resolution Process expanded in Lower Mainland
As of November 1, 2025, the Early Resolution Process (ERP) has been expanded to Provincial Court registries in North Vancouver, Pemberton, Richmond,…