Jonathan J. Israels operates at a level of criminal defense where influence is absolute yet…read moreinvisible, felt long before it is seen. The notice of his involvement alone reshapes a case - strategies shift, risks are reconsidered, and overconfidence quietly dissipates. He does not rely on spectacle or volume; his authority is deliberate, structural, and undeniable. With a disciplined, surgical intellect, he identifies the single pivot upon which an entire prosecution turns - and applies pressure with unerring precision. Those across the aisle understand that every assumption will be tested, every overreach neutralized, and every vulnerability preserved for decisive effect. Courtroom confrontation is rarely necessary; matters resolve under the weight of his preparation and foresight. He does not argue for advantage - he removes alternatives. When liberty, reputation, and future are on the line, Jonathan J. Israels does not confront the storm - he determines its course. I was facing very serious circumstances. Jonathan and his team approached my case with relentless focus and exacting precision, anticipating every possibility and leaving nothing to chance. His strategy was so decisive that the prosecution had no viable path forward - the matter concluded completely, leaving no weakness or opportunity for the prosecution to exploit.

Unfortunately I found myself in need of a criminal defence lawyer in relation to a scuffle I had…read morewith another patron at a local restaurant. Fortunately, I retained Jonathan J. Israels to defend me. Mr. Israels contacted me promptly to review my situation. He listened attentively and asked the appropriate questions. He provided me with just the right amount of understanding and encouragement without giving me any false hopes. I followed his advice to the letter and the charge against me was dropped prior to a court appearance. I highly recommend Mr. Israels if you find yourself in need of expertise in this field. Do exactly what he says and your outcome will be the most favourable it can be given your circumstances.

Mr. Duncan was top notch in helping my case, there's really no more to say. One of the best in…read moreVancouver

Emmet J Duncan You…read moreshould always talk to a few lawyer before you retain their service; Emmet saved my life. It's a tall thing to say but he did and he fought for me when others failed. He's truly cut from the same cloth as Tom Brady.

I had an outstanding experience working with my lawyer, Kasra Behnampour, and I want to express my…read moresincere appreciation for the exceptional dedication he brought to my case. From the very beginning, Kasra invested an extraordinary amount of time, care, and attention into understanding every detail. He never rushed me, never made me feel like just another file, and consistently went above and beyond to ensure I felt supported and informed throughout the entire process. Kasra offered me an incredibly fair and generous deal, something I will always be grateful for. It was clear that his priority was helping me, not taking advantage of my situation. His professionalism, integrity, and genuine compassion set him apart from so many others in the legal field. He took the time to explain every step, answer every question, and make sure I fully understood my options. His patience and commitment made a stressful situation far more manageable. What impressed me most was Kasra's combination of expertise and humanity. He is exceptionally knowledgeable, strategic, and detail‑oriented, yet also warm, respectful, and truly invested in his clients' well‑being. He treated my case with the seriousness it deserved and treated me with dignity every step of the way. It is rare to find a lawyer who brings both skill and heart to their work, but Kasra embodies both. I am deeply thankful for everything he did for me. I would recommend Kasra Behnampour without hesitation to anyone seeking a lawyer who is honest, dedicated, and genuinely committed to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients. He is a true professional, and I am grateful to have had him on my side. Thank you, Kasra!

"Meghan's professionalism and responsiveness are top-notch. Grateful for her expertise. Highly…read morerecommend!"

I used Jerry to get a pardon and he was very diligent, knowledgeable, and patient with me. I…read morereceived my pardon and am very happy. Jerry was very good at what he does. If I need anything legal, Jerry Steele is my man. Thank you Jerry

From the owner: Experienced criminal defence lawyer in BC. The clock is ticking—act fast to avoid conviction…read more Steele Law is ready to defend you.

I needed advice for a West Vancouver Police issue. (Even…read morelibrarians do. There was a ticketing attempt for not indicating outside the WV library at 5km/hr-10km/hr...I indicated. Not kidding.) Caroline Senini is for big issues and seems one smart, helpful woman.

From the owner: Peck and Company is one of Canada's leading criminal litigation firms. Their practice is focused on…read morethe defence of individuals who are under investigation or who have been charged with criminal offences. The lawyers at Peck and Company have extensive experience in trial and appellate courts and before administrative tribunals. Since its founding in 1992, Peck and Company has grown to be one of the largest criminal litigation firms in Canada and has developed the resources and expertise to address any criminal law issue, including commercial crime, driving charges, assault and sexual assault, murder and manslaughter, extraditions, appeals, and constitutional litigation. Founding partner Richard C.C. Peck, Q.C., and members of the legal team at Peck and Company, have acted as counsel in many significant Canadian criminal cases and have appeared at all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada.

I hired Michael after running into issues, not only was Michael professional, we won the case…read more I would recommend Michael for any criminal law matters in Canada, this man knows his stuff. He was able to prevent me from going to jail, even though a warrant was out for me, he was able to get it executed even without me going to jail and no fingerprint and mugshots. Armed with video evidence and knowledge of the law, we were able to get the case dismissed and no criminal record. Michael kept me informed through the process and telling me what my options were at each stages of the process. At the end, truth prevailed and we won. After the case was dismissed, he got the court and VPD to remove all records. He then recommended me to another lawyer to handle some immigration issues I ran into as a result of being accused of assault. Also I can go now travel and work in Canada without any issues.

I have referred many clients to Michael Mines. All of them are extremely satisfied with his…read moreservice, which is cost effective and efficient. Mr. Mines also works as duty counsel and is extremely experienced. He has a great deal of knowledge and is well known in the criminal lawyer community.

I will never ever deal with them again, we agreed on a price for them to fight my case and then…read moretowards the end they asked for another $7.5000 on top of the $10.000 I paid because they did more work than they anticipate, please stay away from them

I was involved in a criminal case and was there asking for help. Filkow was my first lawyer to meet…read morewith. I was charged 560 dollars for 20 minutes consultation. Recently, Filkow filed a complaint to Yelp "Jullianne says she spent 20 minutes and was charged. This is false. She spent close to 90 minutes in our office. She says the first consultation is free. That is false as well." Here is what happened. When I arrived, I waited for 20 mins. After I came in, I talked about my situation in 5 mins and there was 2 lawyers, 1 female & 1 male giving my advice. The advice was not to be charged in the first place and they will help me with it. Do you think this type of communication takes 90 mins that long? You must be kidding me! Not to mention that the lawyers became impatient after we started talking in 10 mins. Thats why I leave so fast. After I came to other 5 criminal lawyers, they charged me nothing for the first consultation and their rate was 3000 dollars lower than Filkow gave me. So terrible!! Not recommended. Please note if my comment was removed. I will be posting my commment again and again. So do not even think about it. BTW, look at your all 1-star reviews. If I am the one lying, do all of the other reviews lie as well?

Total waste of money to fight an IRP with this firm. Save…read moreyour money for the fines. It is basically a do it yourself system that they have in place. You do all the work and hope for the best.

I have had the worst experience in my life with all the lawyers I've dealt with dealing with this…read morefirm, I got the sense that the judge was mostly irritated with the lawyer, arguing points that made no sense, according to the judge, and they left out important facts from my story. Looking back I should never of hired this firm and definitely never will again.

I needed legal advice regarding a personal injury case and David was the first person I contacted…read morethrough Yelp. He always updated me with new information or advice regarding my case and very easy to communicate with. I was very pleased with the result of his work. Zero hassle and great results!

David deserves more than 5stars!! The quality andvalue of his advise was just great!!read more