Public Notice: Fraudulent Correspondence Involving Manitoba Lawyers
The Law Society of Manitoba has recently received multiple reports of fraudulent letters and emails circulating using the names or identities of Manitoba lawyers.
Please be advised that the Law Society cannot prevent third parties from unauthorized use of lawyer identities in correspondence. However, we strongly encourage the public to exercise caution and verify any unexpected or suspicious communications.
What should you do if you need to verify a lawyer’s identity?
- Check Lawyer Contact Information: Use the Law Society’s Lawyer Lookup tool to verify a lawyer’s official contact information. If a lawyer is not listed, call the Law Society directly to confirm their status.
- Verify Suspicious Correspondence: If you receive unexpected correspondence from a lawyer, contact them directly using the phone number or email address listed on our website—not the contact details provided in the suspicious letter or email.
If you remain unsure about the authenticity of any correspondence after taking these steps, contact the Law Society for assistance.
