Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Vancouver, BC
Smeets Law is a client-focused legal practice established in 1992, dedicated to protecting clients' rights through personalized service and transparent communication. Our team combines deep legal expertise with a commitment to ethical representation across diverse practice areas, including civil litigation, immigration, and criminal defense. With a global perspective and local knowledge of British Columbia, we advocate for individuals and businesses in complex legal matters.Our contingency-based approach in select cases ensures access to justice without upfront costs. Recognized for excellence by clients and peers, we prioritize client satisfaction through strategic advocacy and proactive legal solutions tailored to individual needs.
Services
Civil Litigation
Immigration
Medical Negligence
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Human Rights
Family Law
Employment Law
International Business
Residential Tenancy
Criminal Defense
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have a proven track record of success in complex litigation.
- We welcome challenging cases and are adept at international legal matters.
- Our personalized legal services include transparent, competitive fees.
- We offer contingency-based representation for select practice areas.
- Our team has decades of combined experience in Canadian law.
What people say
Excellent service
Diligent efforts
Professionalism
Helped through ordeal
Proven track record
Services
Civil Litigation
We represent plaintiffs and defendants in complex civil disputes involving contracts, property, employment, and human rights. Our strategic approach combines thorough case preparation with negotiation skills to achieve favorable settlements or verdicts. Clients benefit from our extensive courtroom experience and contingency-based options for select cases.
Immigration Law
Our immigration practice covers sponsorship applications, refugee hearings, and extradition defense for clients worldwide. We provide comprehensive guidance on Canadian immigration policies while representing clients before immigration tribunals. The firm's multilingual capabilities enhance service delivery for international clients navigating complex immigration processes.
Medical Negligence
We advocate for clients harmed by medical malpractice, pursuing full compensation for injuries and losses. Our contingency-based model ensures no upfront costs while maintaining rigorous case investigation and expert testimony when required. Success in this specialized area requires both medical knowledge and litigation expertise, which our team provides.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal law practice protects clients' rights through all stages of proceedings, from bail hearings to trials. We defend against charges including assault, drug offenses, and impaired driving while maintaining client confidentiality. The firm's reputation for thorough case preparation and ethical representation has been recognized by judges and peers.
Family Law
We handle family law matters including divorce, child custody, and property division with sensitivity to emotional challenges. Our approach balances legal advocacy with cost-effective solutions, prioritizing clients' long-term interests. The team's experience includes complex asset division and international custody disputes.
People
Larry Smeets
Founder & President
Practicing since 1992 with expertise in litigation and international cases. Recognized for ethical standards and community service. Admitted to multiple courts including British Columbia Supreme Court.
Sebastian Smeets
Head of Accounting
Manages financial operations with focus on transparent billing practices. Provides financial expertise to support client-centric service delivery.
Melodie Ureten
Articled Student
Supports legal research and client preparation under senior supervision. Developing expertise in civil litigation and regulatory compliance matters.
Mckenna Seebach
Articled Student
Assists with case preparation and legal documentation. Focused on gaining practical experience across multiple practice areas during articling term.
Olivia Januszczak
Legal Assistant
Provides case management support with attention to client communication and procedural requirements. Ensures efficient workflow for legal team operations.
Questions
What areas of law does Smeets Law practice?
We specialize in civil litigation, immigration, medical negligence, criminal defense, family law, employment law, and international business matters.
Do you offer contingency fee arrangements?
Yes, we offer contingency-based representation for medical negligence and motor vehicle accident cases with no upfront costs.
Can you handle international legal matters?
Our firm regularly represents clients across borders with expertise in immigration, extradition, and international business law.
What makes Smeets Law different?
We combine decades of experience with personalized service, maintaining a 98% client satisfaction rate since 1992 through ethical representation.
