Business Details
Trusted Legal Advocacy for Marginalized Communities
Adrienne Smith Law is a Downtown Eastside boutique law firm dedicated to providing legal support for marginalized communities. Our practice focuses on human rights advocacy, transgender inclusion, and social justice litigation. With extensive experience in high-stakes court cases, including appearances at the BC Court of Appeal and Supreme Court of Canada, we specialize in challenging systemic inequities affecting women, Indigenous peoples, and gender-diverse individuals.Our services include workplace equity audits, union-side labor law representation, and policy development for transgender inclusion. We also offer free legal advice and document notarization for trans individuals through our partnership with the Catherine White Holman Wellness Clinic. Our team combines deep legal expertise with grassroots activism to advance equity in both legal systems and community spaces.
Services
Transgender Inclusion Workshops
Human Rights Litigation
Union-Side Labour Law
Workplace Equity Audits
Government Relations Advocacy
Name & Gender Document Notarization
Highlights and features
- We have argued precedent-setting cases at Canada's Supreme Court on transgender rights
- Our firm provides free legal services through the Catherine White Holman Wellness Clinic
- We specialize in challenging discriminatory policies affecting marginalized populations
- Our team combines courtroom experience with grassroots social justice activism
- We offer specialized transgender inclusion workshops for workplaces and organizations
Services
Transgender Inclusion Workshops
Customized workshops and policy development for organizations seeking to improve transgender and non-binary inclusion. Our training covers pronoun recognition, gender-affirming policies, and workplace equity practices. We draw on legal precedents and lived experience to create practical solutions for organizations.
Human Rights Litigation
Specialized representation in human rights cases focusing on discrimination against marginalized communities. We handle cases involving gender identity, Indigenous rights, and systemic inequities in legal systems. Our approach combines courtroom advocacy with broader social justice objectives.
Union-Side Labour Law
Legal representation for workers in unionized environments, including WCB claims and workplace investigations. We advocate for fair labor practices and help unions implement inclusive policies that protect vulnerable workers.
Government Relations Advocacy
Expert assistance with government policy submissions and advocacy campaigns. We help organizations navigate regulatory processes and develop effective strategies for influencing public policy on social justice issues.
Name & Gender Document Notarization
Free notarization services for legal name and gender change documents. This service supports trans individuals in updating official records through our partnership with the Catherine White Holman Wellness Clinic.
People
Adrienne Smith
Litigation Director
Transgender human rights activist and social justice lawyer with Supreme Court of Canada experience. Advocate for marginalized communities in legal systems and workplaces. Provides free legal services through the Catherine White Holman Wellness Clinic.
Questions
What areas of law does Adrienne Smith Law specialize in?
We focus on human rights litigation, transgender inclusion, union-side labor law, workplace equity audits, and government policy advocacy for marginalized communities.
Do you offer free legal services?
Yes, through our partnership with the Catherine White Holman Wellness Clinic, we provide free legal advice and document notarization for trans individuals.
Can you help with workplace discrimination issues?
Yes, we offer human rights litigation and workplace equity audits to address discrimination against marginalized groups including transgender employees.
Do you provide training for organizations?
Yes, we offer transgender inclusion workshops and policy development services to help organizations create more inclusive environments.
