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The 'Refugee Lawyer Practice Manual' serves as a comprehensive guide for lawyers representing refugee claimants before the Refugee Protection Division (RPD) of the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) in Canada. It outlines the statutory mandate of Legal Aid Ontario, best practices for preparing Basis of Claim (BOC) forms, and procedures for hearings. The manual emphasizes the importance of thorough documentation, timely submissions, and understanding the complexities of refugee law, including issues related to vulnerable claimants, mental health considerations, and specific types of claims such as those based on sexual orientation or generalized risk. It also provides resources for legal practitioners and sample letters for various procedural communications.

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