Not a good idea though to have your lawyer in another place because you can’t consult easily. Unless required due to Covid never heard of a lawyer not being with their client at the hearing. Somewhat defeats the purpose of having a lawyer.
Hearings 2022
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Because of covid it is very possible and common practice, IRB published guideline to extend it. I know someone who had a lawyer in Edmonton (registered to practice in BC&AB), translator in Toronto, member was in Calgary and he was in BC.
That was at the beginning of Covid. Translators and members can be in different locations but having your lawyer being in a different location is a huge disadvantage for you. Your lawyer can’t easily interact with you during the hearing to give you guidance without others hearing or seeing. They also can’t easily give you guidance before hearing, during breaks, etc.
That is the practice now, unless for very sensitive cases. Lawyers and applicants are in different locations, and they do prep before the hearing. Majority dont connect from same location. Since all parties are aware of the documentations, evidence and BOC submitted, they anticipate any loophole and question then remotely prep. It is very common
Virtual hearings by default
As of January 18, 2021, the IRB has adopted a virtual-by-default approach to all hearings. For the foreseeable future, only virtual hearings will be held, with the exception of urgent and particularly sensitive cases.
I have identity card of ontario if I make Alberta Health card from calgary then Should I convert my ontario identity card to Alberta identity card? What if I don't get my Alberta identity card after I get my Alberta Health Card? So will my Ontario ID card be valid for travel because I have changed my address? So can I travel with the Ontario identity card or do I need to get an Alberta Identity Card? Bcoz I have hearing in Toronto next month.any body know please guide me
So no need make Alberta identity card bcoz my address changes so therefore I'm asking
You can apply for AB ID as well. Im not sure if you must get one to access provincial services, but i would suggest to get one.