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On May 1, No Fault insurance comes into effect in British Columbia. #TLABC has developed a plain-language resource to explain the impacts of no fault on an example of a BC family. Read about no fault insurance and you. ow.ly/6jgW50EChM3 #bclegal #notonofault #icbc

Counsellor Marianne Cottingham and lawyer Suzette Narbonne KC are back at the Family Law Conference to further speak on crafting parenting plans that work for both child and client. tlabc.org/2026Family Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, Vancouver & Virtual Wed 18 November 2026

The 2026 Estate Litigation Conference features a wide variety of topics like intestacy issues, the construction and interpretation of wills and trusts, legal effects of a will, beneficiary designations, survivorship rules – just to name a few! tlabc.org/2026Estate

Tech is increasingly being used as a tool of control, harassment, monitoring, and abuse. This presentation will introduce concepts of tech-facilitated abuse within the context of intimate partner violence, as well as resources available via Tech Safe BC. tlabc.org/2026_TechSafetyPla…

At the Family Law Conference, Shawn Bobb speaks about legal issues that arise in family law involving Indigenous peoples and circumstances to consider when working with Indigenous clients. tlabc.org/2026Family Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, Vancouver & Virtual Wed 18 Nov 2026

In this practical, litigation-focused webinar, Hailey Reid and Kamaljit Lehal KC will consider how counsel can identify and assess relevant evidence, establish patterns of coercive behaviour, address evidentiary challenges, and develop a compelling case. tlabc.org/2026FAM_Ahluwalia2

Last weekend, TLABC hosted its 21st annual Women Lawyers Retreat in beautiful Whistler. Thank you to all participants, speakers, and committee members for joining us. See you next year!

The 21st Annual Women Lawyers Retreat is right around the corner! TLABC thanks the following sponsors for their support. We can’t wait to see you there!

Don't miss your chance to register for the TLABC Estate Litigation Conference at the early bird rate. Register by Friday 30 October to save 10% See the program at tlabc.org/2026Estate Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, Vancouver & Virtual Thursday 3 December 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Estate litigation often involves litigants involved in different capacities such as in a trustee/executor capacity and/or personally. It can complicate how court assesses costs. This webinar will provide an update these issues in recent decisions. tlabc.org/2026ESTCosts

Law school teaches you how to think like lawyers, but not necessarily how to build a fulfilling and sustainable legal career. In this session, Alexia Majidi will share lessons learned over a decade of practice. Join us for the last TBFNM session of 2026 tlabc.org/TBFNM20261105

In your family law practice, if you have ever questioned whether a piece of digital evidence was real, or struggled to advise a client on protecting themselves from tech-enabled abuse, don't miss this session by experienced security professionals Doug Maynard and Scott Tingren.

It's one of the first strategic decisions in almost every family law matter, and one of the most consequential: Provincial Court or Supreme Court of BC? At the Family Law Conference, Trudy Hopman and Kathryn Panton will discuss top considerations for this age-old question.

Estate litigation is a difficult area to practice in because of the range of claims, different competing legal issues, and complex procedural considerations. Dive into this challenging area of law at the annual Estate Litigation Conference. tlabc.org/2026Estate

How many viable tort claims are sitting in your existing files? How will you plead them effectively and how will you prove damages? This panel of seasoned civil and family law lawyers will discuss new avenues emerging from the recent Ahluwalia decision. tlabc.org/2026Family

Family Law practitioners - don't delay! Early bird pricing for the 2026 Family Law Conference ends on Wednesday 7 October. Register now to save 10% tlabc.org/2026Family Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, Vancouver & Virtual Wednesday 18 November 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

On Thu 8 Oct, join us for a review of the pension and benefits legislation and how recent jurisprudence can impact advice given, expected outcomes and expectations for clients and family/estate counsel alike. Learn more: tlabc.org/2026_Pension

The practice of family law is never stagnant, with constant fluidity in the opportunities and obstacles along the path towards every outcome. This year’s Family Law Conference will explore timely family law issues. Register for early bird to save 10%! tlabc.org/2026Family

Effective lawyer–support staff relationships are essential to a respectful, productive legal practice. This TBFNM discusses how lawyers can work well with paralegals and legal administrative assistants, while maintaining trust and morale. Register now tlabc.org/TBFNM20261006

Just a few more days until the TLABC Criminal Law Conference. We look forward to seeing you there! Thank you to Silver Exhibitor @eforensic for their support. tlabc.org/2026Criminal Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, Vancouver & Virtual Wednesday 16 September 2026

The fall Verdict issue focused on Municipalities and the Law is here! TLABC members - access your copy at tlabc.org/TheVerdictLatestIs… Not a member? Request a complimentary issue at shorturl.at/GoLl5