Civil Appeal Handbook--ONLINE



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The classic guide to BC appellate court practice

This publication is essential for: lawyers and support teams needing direction on civil appeal procedure in BC 

Current to: February 1, 2025

The Civil Appeal Handbook is your comprehensive companion to civil appellate law, practice, and procedure in BC. Caitlin Ohama-Darcus, Tom A. Posyniak, and Kayla Strong have thoroughly researched many hundreds of cases on appellate practice to create this definitive resource supported by ample references to statutes, case law, and academia. You will be confident in dealing with all appellate issues, from the BC Court of Appeal's jurisdiction through to issues arising post-hearing.

With an annual subscription to Civil Appeal Handbook, your firm will be able to:

  • conveniently access detailed guidance at any time and from any location, search for relevant information, and link directly to significant legislation, case law, and websites
  • plan an appeal strategy after reviewing your client's situation
  • understand the nuances of appellate court procedure
  • identify opportunities for persuasive advocacy during the appeal process

Subscribe today and prepare appeals with confidence! Read a sample from this book!

Highlights of the 2025 Update include a new foreword written by The Honourable Leonard Marchand, Chief Justice of the BC Court of Appeal, as well as:

  • case law, legislation and discussion brought current to February 1, 2025, including the addition of over 100 cases, including Stagewest Winery Limited Partnership (Re), Lac La Ronge Indian Band v. British Columbia, Ontario (Attorney General) v. Restoule, Earthco Soil Mixtures Inc. v. Pine Valley Enterprises Inc., Grace Mtn. Land Company, Ltd. v. 1055249 B.C. Ltd., and TELUS Communications Inc. v. Telecommunications Workers Union
  • new section on the standard of review for second level appeals, and expanded discussion regarding questions of discretion
  • additional discussion of the principles and practices that counsel should follow when unsure whether leave to appeal is required
  • new section on anonymization orders
  • revised discussion of who is a proper party and who may intervene in an appeal

Annual subscription rates are based on firm size. A monthly payment option is available.

Online subscribers can purchase a print copy of Civil Appeal Handbook for 30% off its regular price.

Firm Size Price/year*
Solo $185
2 to 4 $232
5 to 9 $269
10 to 19 $324
20 to 39 $370
40 to 69 $407
70 + $454

* For non-law firm pricing, please contact CLEBC Customer Service.

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CLEBC Legal Editor
Edie Ryan
eryan@cle.bc.ca

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