Laura Allen

Firm: Duncan Allen Law LLP

Profession: Lawyer

Phone: 250-591-1055

Website: www.duncanallenlaw.com

Email: laura@duncanallenlaw.com

Address: #405-235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo BC V9R3A3

Primary Practice Location: Nanaimo

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Fee Arrangements:

· Hourly rate

· Flat fee

· Flat fee with conditions

Remote Services:

· Phone

· Email

· Skype

Languages: English

Types of Unbundled Services Offered:

  • Initial consultation

  • Providing a legal opinion

  • Drafting pleadings or other documents

  • Reviewing/organizing/listing documents

  • Drafting contracts / agreements

  • Coaching

  • Negotiating

  • Providing legal advice before, during or after mediation

  • Representing a client at mediation

  • Providing independent legal advice on an agreement or MOU coming out of mediation

  • Drafting agreement coming out of mediation

  • Advising on courtroom procedures, behaviours

  • Advising on rules of evidence

  • Preparing exhibits

  • Preparing submissions or briefs

  • Making a one-time court appearance

  • Collaborative law services

Approach to Providing Unbundled Legal Services:

I typically assess with each client what works best and most efficiently for them. I get feedback on what they feel comfortable doing, and offer suggestions about how I may assist them.

Mediation: I do have mediation training.

Approach to Supporting Clients in Mediation:

I find it most helpful to meet with the client before their mediation to ensure they understand the law, help them prepare their documents, and develop the range of outcomes they would like to see. I also offer services to be available “on-call” during the day of the mediation, should anything arise where further legal advice is required. I can also be available to review proposed agreements or draft up the resulting separation agreement or order.

Cultural Diversity Experience:

I have worked a lot with indigenous people. I have also worked with people from various cultures and backgrounds, and those in same sex relationships.