Firm: Portside Law
Profession: Lawyer
Phone: 604-545-6145
Website: www.portsidelaw.ca
Email: office@portsidelaw.ca
Address: 301-713 Columbia St., New Westminster BC V3M 1B2
Primary Practice Location: New Westminster
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Remote Services:
· Phone
· Skype
· Zoom
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
Fee Arrangements:
· Hourly rate
· Discounted hourly rate
· Flat fee with conditions
Approach to Providing Unbundled Legal Services:
I believe everyone deserves access to justice and understand the barriers involved in our legal system. Legal fees are very expensive, and not everyone needs a lawyer to do everything on their case. I enjoy empowering individuals to understand their case and the legal system so they can protect their interests and advocate for their rights.
Mediation: I have taken family mediation training and have conducted 11-15 family mediations as counsel in the last 5 years.
Approach to Supporting Clients in Mediation:
Preparation in mediation is just as important as it is in court. I like to make sure that a client's supporting documents are in place and that their position on issues are clear. I can help clients to analyze their case and help them find ways to compromise in order to reach an agreement. I can help them organize their documents and draft a brief so the mediator can understand their perspective. I am open to being on call for clients during a mediation to provide legal advice without having to attend the entire mediation.
Languages:
· English
Cultural Diversity Experience:
I have worked with clients of many backgrounds, including indigenous clients as well as newcomers. I have a diverse family background and have lived in many places around the world, so I bring a wealth of cultural competency to my practice.