Law Society of Saskatchewan Archives for Pro Bono
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April 20, 2022
Recognizing Pro Bono Volunteers in Saskatchewan
Victor P. Dietz Q.C. Pro Bono Service Award Winner - Jonathon Adams This award is presented annually to a recipient who engages in delivering, establishing, coordinating, or advocating, in relation to pro bono legal services in Saskatchewan. The award is presented by CLASSIC Law and Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan in alternating years. A call for nominations occurs annually, and the...
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March 29, 2022
Family Law Drop-In Help Sessions – Regina
By Alan Kilpatrick Need help with your family law problem? Drop in for free assistance! In partnership with the Law Society, lawyers from Saskatchewan’s Family Law Information Centre are offering free family law help sessions for the public every Wednesday morning between 9:30 – 11:30 starting April 13, 2022. No appointment is needed. Masks are required. Are you applying to court for child support,...
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December 7, 2021
Access to Justice is Never More Relevant Than for Those Without Financial Means
From the Law Foundation of Saskatchewan Our justice system strives for fair outcomes but legal representation is still beyond some with limited financial means. It is not difficult to imagine how frequently this must be happening when the average hourly rates charged by private practice lawyers in Western Canada range from $197 to $439 depending on years of experience. Saskatchewan...
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October 29, 2021
Pro Bono Stories – Part 5
Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan (PBLS) is celebrating Access to Justice Week by sharing stories from our volunteers. PBLS volunteers directly support low-income people in Saskatchewan who would otherwise not be able to access a lawyer. Neil McPhee, Lakefield LLP My panel client is a young woman from a traditional background, whose relationship with a charming, international student led her into...
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October 28, 2021
Pro Bono Stories – Part 4
Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan (PBLS) is celebrating Access to Justice Week by sharing stories from our volunteers. PBLS volunteers directly support low-income people in Saskatchewan who would otherwise not be able to access a lawyer. Today’s Pro Bono Stories are from two of our many amazing volunteers who volunteer under Pro Bono Membership Status. The Pro Bono Membership Status allows...
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October 27, 2021
Pro Bono Stories – Part 3
Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan (PBLS) is celebrating Access to Justice Week by sharing stories from our volunteers. PBLS volunteers directly support low-income people in Saskatchewan who would otherwise not be able to access a lawyer. Sean Watson from Willows, Wellsch Orr & Brundige One of the best experiences I had was assisting a client at the Small Claims Clinic. This...
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