Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Vancouver
Derpak White Spencer is a client-focused law firm with over six decades of experience delivering timely, high-quality legal services to small businesses and individuals. Our practice spans corporate and commercial law, real estate development, wills and estates, family law, and complex litigation, including construction disputes, creditors' remedies, and employment law. We serve entrepreneurs across real estate, construction, retail, manufacturing, and service sectors, alongside individuals navigating estate planning or family legal matters. Our litigation expertise includes construction law, commercial disputes, and family law, with a focus on cases involving fraudulent asset disposal. Founded on principles of client-centered service, we prioritize personalized legal solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.Our team combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to ethical standards, ensuring clients receive strategic, informed counsel. We maintain transparency in communication and costs, fostering trust through consistent, honest updates on case progress and potential outcomes. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our track record of successful judgments and settlements, including landmark cases involving fraudulent conveyances and international child custody disputes. As active community participants, we leverage our legal expertise to support local initiatives, reinforcing our commitment to social responsibility. With a legacy of over 60 years in Vancouver, we continue to build long-term client relationships grounded in integrity, respect, and measurable results.
Services
Corporate Law
Real Estate Development
Family Law
Litigation Services
Wills & Estates
Construction Law
Employment Law
Criminal Defense
Creditors Remedies
Commercial Leases
Highlights and features
- We offer 60 years of experience in Vancouver's legal landscape
- Our team specializes in complex litigation and corporate transactions
- We maintain transparent communication throughout all legal proceedings
- Our lawyers have secured landmark judgments in fraudulent conveyance cases
- We combine personalized service with proven expertise in multiple practice areas
What people say
Client-centered approach
Honesty and integrity
Successful legal outcomes
Compassionate support
Longstanding relationships
Services
Corporate Law
Our corporate law practice covers incorporation, shareholder agreements, commercial contracts, and business acquisitions. We advise small to mid-sized enterprises on regulatory compliance, corporate reorganizations, and transactional matters. Our lawyers help businesses navigate complex legal frameworks while maintaining focus on commercial objectives, ensuring strategic growth and risk mitigation for clients in diverse industries.
Real Estate Development
We specialize in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisition financing, development projects, and subdivision approvals. Our expertise extends to strata developments, easements, and mortgage financing for residential and commercial properties. We represent developers and investors in complex transactions across British Columbia, providing comprehensive legal support from initial acquisition through to project completion.
Litigation Services
Our litigation practice handles construction disputes, commercial litigation, and creditors' remedies. We represent clients in complex cases involving fraudulent conveyances, asset recovery, and enforcement of judgments. With experience in both trial and appellate courts, we combine aggressive advocacy with strategic problem-solving to achieve favorable outcomes in high-stakes legal disputes.
Family Law
We provide comprehensive family law services including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property division. Our lawyers handle complex cases involving concealed assets and international child custody disputes. We focus on achieving equitable solutions while protecting clients' interests through negotiated settlements or courtroom representation when necessary.
Wills & Estates
Our estate planning services include drafting wills, powers of attorney, and probate administration. We guide clients through estate settlement processes and contested will litigation. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate counsel to ensure clients' wishes are clearly documented and legally enforceable.
Questions
What areas of law does Derpak White Spencer specialize in?
We specialize in corporate and commercial law, real estate development, family law, wills and estates, and complex litigation including construction disputes and creditors' remedies.
How long has the firm been operating in Vancouver?
Our lawyers have been providing legal services in Vancouver for over 60 years, with some client relationships spanning multiple generations.
What makes Derpak White Spencer different from other law firms?
Our client-centered approach combines personalized service with deep legal expertise, maintaining transparency in communication and costs while delivering measurable results in complex cases.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Yes, we handle international child custody cases under the Hague Convention and have experience with cross-border judgments and offshore asset recovery.
