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Law Society of Saskatchewan Members Practice Resources General Resources Client Identification and Verification Rules

Client Identification and Verification Rules

The original client identification and verification rules came into effect on July 1, 2009, with amended rules taking effect as of January 1, 2020.

  • Additional Guidance – Monitoring Requirement
  • Client Identification and Verification Flow Chart
  • Client Identification and Verification Rules
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Summary of New Rules for Client Identification and Verification
  • Video Conferencing Technology: Guidance and Professional Obligations
  • Virtual Verification of Client Identity Using Authentication Technology
  • Sample forms
    • Agreement with Agent
    • Verification of Individual’s Identity by an Agent
    • Identification of Organization
    • Identification of Individual

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