The Supreme Court of British Columbia has published the feedback it received in line with a consultation to review the civil and family chambers’ practices and procedures.

The review is being conducted by the court’s civil and family chambers practice working group. It aims to enhance timeliness and efficiency in the chambers process.

The group sought feedback from bar members, litigants, organizations, and the public in July. Over a hundred submissions were received from lawyers, paralegals, legal assistants, self-represented litigants, law firms, and organizations representing legal professionals.

Comments indicated that reforms to processes would improve bookings, drive timely hearings, and enhance the use of chambers time.

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In particular, respondents reported the dif

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