CBABC Announcement Congratulations to Chief Justice Leonard S. Marchand December 21, 2023 "This moment marks a significant milestone for you and your family, for the legal community, and for Canadian history." - Scott Morishita, CBABC President 2023/24
CBABC Announcement ALF Letter of Congratulations to Chief Justice Marchand December 21, 2023 "The Aboriginal Lawyers Forum is so honoured to call you a friend and supporter. We have been inspired by your presentations and keynote addresses to us at numerous events. All our members are celebrating your appointment, and we know every Indigenous person in British Columbia is walking taller today and beaming with pride at your accomplishments."
Media Release Statement from CBABC President on courtroom safety December 19, 2023 CBABC is concerned about the recent reporting of a person carrying a firearm into a BC courtroom. In addition, two lawyers defending an accused in a high-profile murder case received threats of violence. These reports should be deeply troubling to all British Columbians.
Legislative Update Order in Council: Amendments to Disbursements and Expert Evidence Regulation, BC Reg, 210/2020 December 15, 2023 The Lieutenant Governor recently issued Order in Council 628/2023 amending Section 5 of the Disbursements and Expert Evidence Regulation, BC Reg, 2010/2020.
Legal News Expansion of virtual bail supports safer communities December 14, 2023 "In collaboration with the Provincial Court, virtual bail hearings, including electronic document submissions for bail hearings by lawyers, have been successfully expanded and implemented throughout B.C. It is an important measure in the Safer Communities Action Plan."
CBABC Media Coverage CBABC calls for standardized 'wants and needs' of children reports and family violence training December 14, 2023 The Canadian Bar Association, British Columbia branch (CBABC) submitted recommendations to BC’s Attorney General to reform s. 211 of the Family Law Act, calling for standardization of these reports. This submission is part of BC's ongoing initiative to reform the Family Law Act.
Professional Notice FAM 10: Electronic Signatures on Family Forms and Order and Filing of Family Orders December 13, 2023 This practice direction applies to all court registries in the Province.
Legislative Update Legislative Update: Judicial Compensation Commission recommendations adopted December 13, 2023 CBABC is pleased to see the Legislature has not disputed the 2022 Final Report released by the Judicial Compensation Commission in April 2023, which recommends salary increases for BC Provincial Court judges and judicial justices.
Legal News Outstanding lawyers appointed to King’s counsel December 12, 2023 CBABC congratulates the 2023 recipients of the King's counsel designation in recognition of their exceptional merit and contribution to the legal profession in British Columbia.
Professional Notice FAM 09: Consent Adjournment (FLA/FMEA) December 11, 2023 Purpose: To set out the procedure for adjourning matters under the Family Law Act, S.B.C. 2011, c. 25 (FLA) or the Family Maintenance Enforcement Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 127 (FMEA) from one court date to another or to adjourn generally.