Earlier today, the Law Society of Ontario released the Family Legal Services Provider Licence Consultation Paper.  The Advocates’ Society will review the report and its recommendations carefully and thoroughly, and looks forward to having the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue with the Law Society on these important issues. TAS emphasizes the critical role of lawyers in family law proceedings and in ensuring the rights of those in family law disputes are protected. TAS is grateful to hear that the Law Society will be providing an extended period for this consultation to ensure all the relevant issues are considered and the important voices have an opportunity to be heard.

In May 2017, TAS provided a detailed response to the Law Society to the Family Legal Services Review Report, which raised similar issues. TAS's response can be viewed here.

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