The Law Society of Manitoba is committed to protecting the public and helping people understand their rights when working with a lawyer. To support this, we host free public engagement information sessions. These sessions are ideal for community members, social service providers, non-profits, and anyone who interacts with legal services or wants to better understand their legal rights.
Know Your Rights – What To Expect From Your Lawyer
What You’ll Learn in These Sessions
- How the Law Society can assist in resolving concerns with your lawyer, either informally or through the complaints process.
- Understand your rights and what to expect when working with your lawyer.
- Get advice on what to do if your lawyer is unresponsive or not taking action, including tips for effective communication.
- Information on free legal resources and follow-up materials.
We’ll also cover frequently asked questions such as:
- How do lawyers charge for their services?
- What is considered good service from your lawyer?
- Is your lawyer required to discourage you from starting or continuing useless legal proceedings?
- When can your lawyer stop representing you?
Session Resources
Print Handout
Session Information
All sessions are hosted remotely via Zoom.
These sessions are open to all members of the public and offer easy-to-understand information on legal services and expectations.
There are no upcoming sessions currently scheduled, we welcome organizations interested in hosting a presentation to reach out.
If your organization would like to request a presentation, please contact us Amy Tung | Public Engagement Coordinator at atung@lawsociety.mb.ca.
