Jennifer Brun appointed to the British Columbia Supreme Court Civil & Family Rules Committee for five-year term.

With great pride, the Directors of Harris & Brun Law Corporation congratulate fellow director Jennifer Brun on her appointment by the Attorney General to the British Columbia Supreme Court Civil & Family Rules Committee to represent the Canadian Bar Association – BC Branch. The Provincial Government describes the purpose of the Committee in the following terms:

The British Columbia Supreme Court Civil & Family Rules Committee (the “Rules Committee”) provides advice and makes recommendations on changes to the Supreme Court Rules that are fair, sustainable and have the public’s confidence.

The Rules Committee evaluates court rules changes proposed by members of the judiciary, the legal profession, government ministries and the public. It engages the legal profession, members of the public and other users of the courts. It also advises the Attorney General on issues affecting access to justice that might be addressed through the court rules.

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The appointment of members from the private bar to the Committee is made by the Attorney General after appropriate consultation including reviewing formal expressions of interest and interviewing shortlisted candidates. To receive this appointment is an honour and an accomplishment. Jennifer’s five-year appointment to the Rules Committee is effective November 22, 2021 and runs to December 31, 2026.