Law Library Access & Membership Benefits
Access benefits for Members
As a Peterborough Law Association (PLA) member, you receive access to:
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FREE wireless internet
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Self-serve facilities
for photocopying, scanning, and faxing
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Reference computers
with access to the LiRN e-suite of legal databases, including:
Westlaw Canada, Quicklaw, VLex, Rangefindr, Lexis Context, Westlaw Practical Law, O’Brien’s Precedents, HeinOnline, DivorceMate
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Caselaw emailed
directly to your office—at no cost
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Free research and reference services
from the Librarian
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Interlibrary loan services
with other law libraries
Discounted LSO CPD
As part of your PLA membership, you can register for discounted LSO CPD.
Peterborough Law Association is a member of a consortium of courthouse associations that provide group registrations for LSO CPD. Being a member of this consortium allows PLA to offer multiple programs at a 50% discount, which we would otherwise not be able to qualify for.
The CPDS offered through this program are live webcasts, and programs that qualify for the 50% discount through the LSO (usually programs that cost less than $100 do not qualify for a discount).
Registration runs from January to June, and September to December. You must be registered by one week before the program date, and no late registrations can be accepted.
Invoices will be sent out following your program. If you register for multiple programs, you will receive your invoice after all programs conclude.
Additional Membership Perks
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Membership Directory inclusion in the online PLA website.
FREE email notifications on current legal events and community updates
200 FREE print copies per year ($0.25 per additional copy)
Advocacy by the PLA Board on legal and practice issues affecting members
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Annual Christmas Party
Annual General Meeting
Other special networking events
Discounted CPD access – Attend Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs at a reduced rate for members in good standing