N.B. Sources
http://www.gnb.ca/Cour/litigant-e.asp
Self-represented litigantOur legal system gives every individual the right to represent himself or herself in legal proceedings before the courts. The judicial system however can be a very complex process, not only in the courtroom, but also in the proceedings leading up to court appearances. There are often many forms and documents to be completed and witnesses to summon. It is also essential to note that while one party may choose self-representation, the other party may have representation by a lawyer. Lawyers are specialists in the field of law and may request that the Rules of Court and the rules of evidence be strictly followed throughout the proceeding. As a self-represented litigant, you will be expected to follow these rules and may find little leniency for errors. Although the presiding judge will likely explain the general procedure to you, he or she will neither conduct your case for you nor act as your lawyer.Should you decide to proceed with self-representation, note that each court may have different forms and procedures. Therefore, you should thoroughly investigate and prepare for the legal process well in advance. In certain limited circumstances you may qualify for a government funded lawyer. For further information please see Legal Aid.Resources Available for Self-Represented LitigantsLawyer Referral
To find a lawyer in New Brunswick, assistance is provided by searching under "lawyers" in the yellow pages of your telephone book.The Law Society of New Brunswick
The Law Society of New Brunswick has information on legal services, programs, and procedures. You can find links to Legal Aid and legal information that may be valuable to your case. For more information please see the Law Society of New Brunswick: http://www.lawsociety.nb.ca/Law Libraries
There are law libraries throughout the Province where you can conduct legal research and access general legal information. The following website provides information on these libraries and an online catalogue: http://www.nblawlib-bib.ca/There are also two law schools in the Province of New Brunswick that have libraries open to the public (although borrowing privileges may be restricted).
- The University of New Brunswick’s Gérard V. La Forest Law Library is located on the Fredericton campus in Ludlow Hall.
For more information, please see http://law.unb.ca/library/
- The Université de Moncton’s Michel Bastarache Library at the Université de Moncton Law School is located on the Moncton campus in the Adrien J. Cormier Pavillion.
For more information, please see http://www.umoncton.ca/umcm-bibliotheque-droit/ (French Only)Online Sources
Public Legal Education and Information Service of New Brunswick
P.O. Box 6000, Fredericton
New Brunswick, Canada E3B 5H1
Telephone: (506) 453-5369
Family Law Line: 1-888-236-2444
Fax. (506) 462-5193
E-mail: info@familylawnb.ca
New Brunswick Legal Aid Services Commission
356 Queen Street
Fredericton NB E3B 1B2
Tel.: (506) 444-2776
Fax: (506) 451-1429
Email: lanb@nbnet.nb.ca
YWCA Moncton
Family Law Advice Clinic
35 Highfield Street
Moncton NB E1C 5N1
Tel.: (506) 855-4349
Fax: (506) 855-3320
Email: info@ywcamoncton.com
Website: http://www.ywcamoncton.com/programs-services/family-law/
Public Legal Education and Information Service of New Brunswick
Family Law Information Line
Toll Free: (888) 236-2444
Website: www.familylawnb.ca/english/parenting_family_law_info_line
Legal Advice Clinic – (Fredericton)
Wilmot United Church, 1st and 3rd Monday, 6:15pm
For more information, call (506) 458-1066.
Out of Province Sources
► Barrister & Solicitor
Duhaime Law (prev. Duhaime & Company) & duhaime.org
345 Vancouver Street, Victoria, BC V8V 3T3 (250) 920-4001
Since December of 1997
http://www.duhaime.org/LegalDictionary.aspx
Useful Pages
Guide to Writing Closing Arguments
http://justicedonedirtcheap.blogspot.com/2011/12/guide-to-writing-closing-arguments.html
