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December 2021 holiday payment schedule
We are pleased to inform you that your regular payment schedule will continue throughout the December holiday season this year.
December 3, 2021
CIAJ Conference: Indigenous Peoples and the Law
LABC is taking bursary applications for CIAJ’s 45th Annual Conference on Indigenous Peoples and the Law, Nov 17-19, 2021.
October 26, 2021
Extended family contracts
Due to ongoing COVID-19 impacts, we’re extending active Family Standard Contracts.
September 29, 2021
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.
August 26, 2021
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.
August 26, 2021
Reminder: Billing for articled students
You can bill us for legal services performed by an articled student, depending on certain conditions.
May 6, 2021
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.
March 26, 2021
Family Limited Representation Contracts trial period continues — with changes
We’re extending the trial period for Family Limited Representation Contracts into fiscal year 2021/2022 with some changes to clients’ eligibility and service stop dates.
March 26, 2021
Gladue report services are moving
Gladue report services are transitioning from LABC to the BC First Nations Justice Council on April 1, 2021.
March 26, 2021
Navigating the Lawyer News web page
Staying up to date on LABC news and information has never been easier.
February 24, 2021