Newfoundland & Labrador Legal Resources

Newfoundland & Labrador Legislation – a Government of Newfoundland & Labrador website that provides free access to provincial Acts, regulations and other legislation. Visit https://www.assembly.nl.ca/legislation/sr/consolidation/.

Newfoundland & Labrador Courts – the official website for Newfoundland & Labrador Courts which provides court-related information to the public, including on court schedules, fees, forms, court rules / practices, etc. Visit https://court.nl.ca/.

Public Legal Information Association of Newfoundland & Labrador (PLIAN) – PLAIN is a registered charity dedicated to educating Newfoundlanders and Labradorians about the law, with the intent of increasing and improving access to justice, particularly with access to legal information on various areas of the law. PLAIN also offers a Legal Information / Referral Service (call 1-888-660-7788 or email info@publiclegalinfo.com). Visit https://publiclegalinfo.com/.

Law Society of Newfoundland & Labrador – the Law Society of Newfoundland & Labrador is the self-regulating organization for Newfoundland & Labrador lawyers and offers help to the public for everything from lawyer complaints and lawyer referrals to helping you understand different legal fee arrangements. Visit https://lsnl.ca/.

Victim Services – Victim Services is a free service offered by the Department of Justice and Public Safety to victims of crime in Newfoundland and Labrador. Victim Services provides general information about the criminal justice system, information on your specific case, court preparation, etc. Visit https://www.gov.nl.ca/victimservices/, call (709) 729-7970, or email victimservices@gov.nl.ca.