The insider's guide to dealing effectively with the Public Guardian and Trustee
This publication is essential for: all civil litigators and their support staff
Current to: October 15, 2025
From simple conveyances to complex settlements, many files involve the Public Guardian and Trustee. With the Public Guardian and Trustee Handbook you have quick access to comprehensive information on the role and responsibility of the Public Guardian and Trustee in files involving services to adults, services to children and youth, estate and personal trust services, and class proceedings. Sample forms and specific guidance on requesting information from the Public Guardian and Trustee help to guide you through this special area of practice.
With an online subscription to Public Guardian and Trustee Handbook, your firm will be able to:
- conveniently access detailed guidance at any time and from any location, search for relevant information, link directly to significant legislation, case law, and websites, and download precedents
- recognize when and how the Public Guardian and Trustee will be involved in your client's case
- understand your client's obligations when the Public Guardian and Trustee is involved in the case
- access tips on practice and procedure when interacting with the Public Guardian and Trustee
Subscribe today and interact confidently with the Public Guardian and Trustee! View a sample from this book!
The 2025 Update of the Public Guardian & Trustee Handbook discusses changes to case law, legislation, and practice. Highlights of this Update include updated directions for accessing the Public Guardian and Trustee's resources, information, and online portal system.
Annual subscription rates are based on firm size. A monthly payment option is available.
Online subscribers can purchase a print copy of Public Guardian and Trustee Handbook for 20% off its regular price.
| Firm Size |
Price/year* |
| Solo |
$93 |
| 2 to 4 |
$117 |
| 5 to 9 |
$135 |
| 10 to 19 |
$163 |
| 20 to 39 |
$186 |
| 40 to 69 |
$207 |
| 70 + |
$235 |
* For non-law firm pricing, please contact CLEBC Customer Service.
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CLEBC Legal Editor
Allison A. Cartier
acartier@cle.bc.ca