Pro Bono Information |
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Does your organization have a pro bono policy? | No |
Does your organization track pro bono time? | Yes |
Highlight pro bono work | Our lawyers engage in many different types of community involvement, including pro bono clinic work through Access Pro Bono BC, and supporting unrepresented parties at the Court of Appeal. |
Billable Hour Credit |
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Is billable hour credit given for pro bono work? | Yes |
Is there a maximum that will be credited? | Yes |
If Yes, number: | 50 hours |
Comments | Pro bono work is encouraged at our firm and lawyers who wish to undertake this type of community involvement are free to use all office resources. We have numerous lawyers who do so. We do have a specific pro bono appellate program at the firm, to allow associates to assist and gain experience in this area, and certain lawyers work with Access Pro Bono BC. |
Highlight Community Involvement | We value community involvement at our firm. Our lawyers are encouraged to be active in their communities and are supported by the firm with their individual initiatives. We also have a Philanthropic Initiatives Committee which oversees our broader community and charitable involvement. Details of current initiatives can be found on our website. |
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