Business Details
15 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Penticton
Hillside Law is a Penticton-based legal practice established in 2011, dedicated to providing cost-effective, solution-oriented legal representation across the South Okanagan Region. Our team, led by founding lawyer David Brooke and paralegals with decades of combined experience, specializes in dispute resolution through litigation, arbitration, mediation, and negotiation. We focus on understanding client objectives to deliver creative legal strategies in areas such as family law, personal injury, employment law, and civil litigation.With a commitment to transparency and accessibility, we offer direct lawyer access, flexible consultation options, and flat-fee services for family agreements. Recognized for excellence since our founding, we serve communities from Penticton to Grand Forks, prioritizing client satisfaction through practical advice and steadfast advocacy.
Services
Family Law
Personal Injury
Civil Litigation
Mediation Services
Estate Litigation
Wrongful Dismissal
Brain Injury Claims
Employment Law
Separation Agreements
Marriage Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of legal experience in Penticton and surrounding areas.
- Our team provides personalized legal strategies tailored to your unique needs.
- Available to meet you at your convenience, including off-site consultations.
- Committed to transparent communication and fair pricing.
- Recognized for excellence in family law and personal injury cases.
What people say
Fair, honest, genuinely helpful
Avoided unnecessary stress
Compassionate, local, professional
Services
Family Law
Hillside Law provides comprehensive family law services including divorce proceedings, separation agreements, spousal support, and property division. Our approach prioritizes amicable resolutions while ensuring client rights are protected under British Columbia law. We offer transparent pricing and direct lawyer access for personalized guidance through emotionally challenging situations.
Personal Injury
We represent clients sustaining brain injuries or other serious harm due to negligence. Our team advocates for fair compensation through insurance claims and litigation, leveraging deep knowledge of Penticton's legal landscape. We handle complex cases from initial consultation to trial, ensuring clients receive appropriate medical and financial support.
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice covers business disputes, debt collection, and contractual conflicts. We combine practical legal strategies with aggressive advocacy to protect client interests. Services include pre-trial negotiations, mediation, and courtroom representation, emphasizing timely resolutions while preparing for full litigation when necessary.
Mediation Services
Hillside Law offers mediation as a cost-effective alternative to litigation for family, workplace, and property disputes. Our certified mediators facilitate constructive dialogue to achieve mutually beneficial agreements. This approach reduces emotional stress and legal costs while maintaining client control over outcomes.
Employment Law
We advise employees on wrongful dismissal, workplace discrimination, and employment contract issues. Our services include negotiating severance packages, filing human rights complaints, and litigating employment disputes. We provide clear guidance on BC labor standards and protect client rights during job termination or workplace conflicts.
People
David Brooke
Founding Lawyer
David Brooke established Hillside Law in 2011 after years of legal practice in Penticton. He specializes in civil litigation and family law, combining courtroom experience with strategic negotiation skills to achieve favorable client outcomes.
Monika Brooke
Paralegal
Monika Brooke provides paralegal support with focus on family law matters. Her decade-plus experience since 2011 contributes to the firm's efficient case management and client communication standards.
Lisa Mitchell
Paralegal
Lisa Mitchell has served as paralegal since Hillside Law's founding in 2011. She specializes in document preparation and client coordination, ensuring smooth legal processes for family law and litigation cases.
Jenny Avila
Paralegal
Jenny Avila joined Hillside Law as paralegal in 2022, bringing specialized skills in legal research and case organization. She supports complex litigation and employment law matters across the South Okanagan region.
Questions
What areas of law does Hillside Law specialize in?
Hillside Law specializes in family law, personal injury claims, civil litigation, employment law, and mediation services across the South Okanagan region.
How does Hillside Law approach client consultations?
We offer direct lawyer access with transparent communication, providing personalized legal strategies during initial consultations at our Penticton office or client-convenient locations.
Do you offer mediation services for family disputes?
Yes, we provide mediation services as a cost-effective alternative to litigation for family, workplace, and property disputes in Penticton and surrounding areas.
What is a separation agreement?
A separation agreement is a legally binding contract outlining spousal support, property division, and other terms when couples separate, drafted by our family law experts.
How to handle denied disability benefits?
Our team assists with disability benefits appeals, addressing insurance company denials through legal representation and medical evidence submission to secure rightful compensation.
