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Family law: DOJ free online training courses
The Department of Justice has been developing free online training courses, professional training materials, and public legal education and information resources in response to changes to federal family laws made in June 2019.
February 24, 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
Courthouse Libraries BC offers free family law resources
Courthouse Libraries BC (CLBC) offers a variety of in-person and remote-access resources for lawyers during the pandemic.
February 24, 2021
New and existing resources: Lawyer Portal
Be sure to check the Lawyer Portal regularly as we continue to add materials and publications to support your practice, especially during the pandemic.
February 4, 2021
Billing for preparation time
When billing for hourly based tariff items, remember to attach your timekeeping records to your invoice.
December 2, 2020
Provincial Court Family Rules update
Surrey and Victoria will be designated Early Resolution and Case Management Model registries, effective December 7, 2020.
December 2, 2020
Family law: Upcoming virtual town hall
Family lawyers who practice legal aid are invited to attend a free virtual town hall on November 18, 2020, from 12:30 – 1:30 pm (PST) on MS Teams.
November 6, 2020
Changes to the Family Limited Representation contract
We recently updated the Family Limited Representation contract to allow us — and you — to help more clients with a broader range of family law issues and increased financial eligibility guidelines.
September 28, 2020
Quality assurance resources: Case digests
LABC offers access to the Continuing Legal Education Society of BC’s (CLEBC) case digests in criminal and family law.
August 21, 2020
Family and CFCSA law: Extended services contracts
Unsure of what information to provide when requesting more hours to work on your client’s case?
June 8, 2020