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KNOW THIS

Most Nunavut lawyers and paralegals are hard working, honest and reliable.

Unfortunately, there are bad apples who make life difficult for clients and the other lawyers.

The Law Societies do not weed these bad apples out. They protect them from consumer complaints

Click here to: Read CanLaw's Advice on How to Hire a Lawyer

Do I Need a Lawyer?

Don't be intimidated by the thought of hiring a lawyer. Their job is to help you find the best solution to your legal issue.

Here are some examples of when you should retain (hire) a lawyer:

You were injured in slip and fall, or a car accident or other accident and suffered an injury

You have been accused of a crime, DUI, assault or any other violation

You're facing a family problem such as separation, divorce, support or a child custody dispute. dispute.

You intend to buy or sell a house, condo or other real estate

You have questions about wills and estates, or probate.

If any of these sound like you, you should consider talking with several lawyers before choosing one.

Use CanLaw's find a lawyer referral service to find the right lawyer near you.

Complaint About A Nunavut Lawyer or Paralegal?

How, Why, When, Where To Complain.

What to expect from complaining to the Law Society of Nunavut

How to Deal with the Law Society of Nunavut. The Law Society cannot pay you money or make a lawyer or paralegal pay you money because of his or her mistake.

Browse the Free

CanLaw

National Directory

lists lawyers and paralegals licensed by their Law Society.

Search our directory by name, city, postal code, area of law, CanLaw Lawyer Directory

Lawyer Complaints?YOU PROBABLY HAVE A

VALID COMPLAINT IF:

A lawyer fails to tell you what's happening in your case.
A lawyer does not reply to your phone calls or letters.
A lawyer is working for opposing sides in the same case.
A lawyer has told other people about a client's confidential matters without the client's permission.
A lawyer is working for a client against someone who used to be a client.
A lawyer's cheque is returned NSF.
A lawyer acts for a client when the lawyer is in business with the client.
A lawyer is rude.
A lawyer does not appear to be able to handle your case, whether through lack of knowledge or other problems.
A lawyer fails to account for funds held on the client's behalf.
A lawyer has stolen your money.
A lawyer is facing criminal charges.
TRANSPARENCY REGARDING FEES
Lawyers and Students-at-Law are required to uphold a high standard of conduct in their professional and personal lives.

Choose CanLaw's Find a Lawyer Referral Services over the Law Society of Nunavut.

KNOW THE RULES.

IT WILL HELP YOUR COMPLAINT!

Click here to review the Nunavut Law Society lawyer complaint procedures.

Complaint against a Nunavut lawyer?

Law Society of Nunavut

P.O. BOX 149

IQALUIT

NU

X0A 0H0

PHONE (867) 979. 2330

FAX (867) 979.2333

DO YOU QUALIFY FOR LEGAL AID?

Need Free Legal Advice? Can't afford a lawyer or paralegal?

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Legal Aid assists low income persons accused of serious criminal offences who are facing jail sentences, and for youths charged, anywhere in Canada.

Click here to see how to apply for legal aid.

Reference check

Free Lawyer

Reference Checks

Ask CanLaw for a Reference Check Before You Hire or Retain a Lawyer in Canada. You need to check the reputation of the law office and lawyers before you provide a retainer to hire any lawyer or paralegal.

There is not much point in asking us after you have hired some lawyer, is there?

You need to know if there are any complaints against any paralegal or lawyer, any discipline history, or suspension or any bad reviews and if they are in good standing.