Indigenous community legal workers are Legal Aid BC staff who can:
- give legal information and limited advice about:
- family law;
- child protection law; and
- issues such as Indian residential schools, housing, and wills and estates
- explain the legal process and other options such as mediation
- attend court with you
- help you prepare forms and letters
- participate in negotiations
- talk on your behalf to:
- Ministry of Children and Family Development staff,
- a legal aid lawyer,
- duty counsel, or
- your band
- make referrals to other services
Where can I find Indigenous community legal workers?
| Duncan | Nanaimo |
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Community Options |
Justice Access Centre
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