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2020 Client Satisfaction Survey results are in
The majority of Legal Aid BC (LABC) clients feel they are being well-represented, according to the 2020 Client Satisfaction Survey.
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
Trauma-Informed Approach webinar video available
Missed our recent Trauma-Informed Approach webinar, or wish to revisit it? You can watch it on LABC’s YouTube channel and earn one CPD hour.
June 30, 2021
Access available to LAO legal research memos
Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) LAW memos can help you prepare your clients’ cases.
June 30, 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
Free webinar: The Trauma-Informed Approach
Join us on June 2, 12 pm – 1 pm, with presenter Dr. Lori Vitale Cox for a one-hour webinar on Zoom about the effects of trauma while you learn practical approaches for communicating with clients.
May 6, 2021
Mentoring opportunities available
LABC promotes mentoring within the tariff bar to provide lawyers with valuable and practical learning opportunities.
May 6, 2021
Tariff changes coming April 1
We’re preparing our systems and drafting associated changes to the LABC Tariffs, effective April 1, 2021.
March 26, 2021
Legal aid contracts: What clients need to know
Communicating contract details with your clients ensures that everyone is on the same page about expectations.
February 24, 2021
Billing for preparation time
When billing for hourly based tariff items, remember to attach your timekeeping records to your invoice.
December 2, 2020