SUPREME COURT LAY PERSON’S GUIDES
The Community Legal Assistance Society (CLAS) publications for litigants in person appearing in BC Supreme Court. The following can be found at
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Contested Chambers Procedures: A Lay Person’s Guide
This guide covers how to behave in BC Supreme Court Chambers. It covers such matters as, general information on self representation, how to organize your presentation (introduction, facts, issues, argument, order sought) and other useful topics.
Bring a Friend to Court
This short guide deals with having a friend in court. Lawyers forget how terrified they were, the first time they went to chambers as an articling student. This guide also discusses the concept of “McKenzie Friend” A litigant in person can have a friend sit with him or her at the counsel table and whisper advice.
Drafting Affidavits: A Lay Person’s Guide
This guide explains the purpose of an affidavit. It also explains how to draft an effective affidavit. A sample affidavit is also provided. Instructions are also given on locating other sample affidavits from the courthouse library and court files.
Preparing a Chambers Record: A Lay Person’s Guide
This guide has two important aspects. First, it deals with what is a chambers record and what has to go in it. Secondly, it provides samples for the lawyer to fill in for the client. A blank cover is provided so that the lawyers can fill it in.
Judicial Review:A Lay Person's Guide
A step by step guide to assist you in applying for a Judicial Review of a tribunal decision. |
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