Yukon: disparities in access to legal services
Date postedAugust 21, 2024
A recent report from the Law Society of Yukon highlights significant disparities in access to legal services between urban and rural areas of the Yukon, with 80% of the territory's lawyers based in Whitehorse. Challenges include limited availability of lawyers, infrequent circuit court sessions, and logistical issues. These barriers lead to delays and an increase in self-representation. The report proposes solutions such as expanding legal aid and improving access to resources, with ongoing efforts to attract more lawyers to underserved areas.
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