Pro Bono Update
Following a resolution passed at the AGM of the Law Society of BC, the CBA, BC Branch and the Law Society established a joint committee to look at the issue of how best to support pro bono initiatives throughout BC. The committee is currently working on developing a report and recommendations to be released within the next few months.

The Salvation Army and Pro Bono Program Coordinator Dugald Christie are continuing to develop and expand their pro bono clinic model outside of the Lower Mainland, and have now opened clinics in Surrey, Richmond, Nanaimo and Courtenay. Other communities are gearing up to open clinics later this year. The Program relies completely on donated hours by lawyers, funds allocated by the Salvation Army, and private donations. Your private donation would help this program survive and expand; if you are interested in contributing, please send a cheque made payable to The Salvation Army Pro Bono Program, c/o 3833 Henning Drive, Burnaby BC, V5C 6N5.


Lawyers Assistance Program
Lawyers in AA meetings
Every Wednesday at 5:30 pm at Christ Church Cathedral, in Vancouver.

Every Thursday at 12:30 pm at the Lawyers Assistance Program office, 415-1080 Mainland Street, Vancouver.

Every Thursday at 5:45 pm in New Westminster. For location information, call 685-2171.

Women lawyers support group
Meets first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 pm at the LAP office at 415-1080 Mainland Street, Vancouver.

Options for lawyers support group
A working/support group for lawyers who are in transition or re-thinking their options in the practice of law. Format includes guest speakers and facilitated discussions. Meets third Wednesday of every month, 12:15 to 1:30 pm at the LAP office at 415-1080 Mainland Street, Vancouver.

These articles were published in the April 1999 issue of BarTalk. © 1999 The Canadian Bar Association. All rights reserved.