Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Kelowna
F H & P Lawyers is a mid-sized law firm rooted in the Okanagan Valley community, serving clients since 1903. Our team of 23 lawyers and skilled legal professionals offers comprehensive legal solutions across over 25 practice areas, combining deep local knowledge with decades of collective experience. We prioritize understanding each client's unique circumstances to deliver efficient, creative, and cost-effective legal strategies. With offices in Kelowna, West Kelowna, and Penticton, we serve both commercial and private clients throughout British Columbia's Interior.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our 375+ combined years of legal expertise and our ongoing community involvement, including supporting initiatives like the Special Olympics. We maintain a client-centric approach through our 4-Point Client Service Code, emphasizing understanding, resource coordination, value transparency, and holistic support beyond legal matters.
Services
Corporate Law
Real Estate
Family Law
Estate Planning
Mediation Services
Commercial Litigation
Wills & Estates
Construction Law
Employment Law
Tax Law
Details
- Year established: 1903
Highlights and features
- We offer over a century of combined legal experience in the Okanagan Valley
- Our team approach coordinates specialized expertise across 25+ practice areas
- We maintain a client-first philosophy through our 4-Point Service Code
- We provide cost-effective solutions with transparent fee structures
- Our lawyers consistently receive top client satisfaction ratings in testimonials
What people say
Amazingly seamless
Exceptional lawyer
Kind and accommodating
Super easy to understand
Skill and diplomacy
Services
Corporate Law
Our Corporate Law team provides comprehensive legal support for businesses at every stage. From formation and transactions to complex commercial agreements, we help clients navigate regulatory requirements and mitigate risks. With experience serving both small businesses and multi-jurisdictional corporations, we offer strategic counsel on governance, mergers, acquisitions, and compliance matters while maintaining a focus on cost-effective solutions.
Real Estate
We handle all aspects of residential and commercial real estate transactions across British Columbia. Our services include property purchases, sales, mortgages, title transfers, and land development. With expertise in unique property types like rural estates and leased land developments, we ensure smooth transactions while protecting client interests through thorough due diligence and experienced negotiation.
Family Law
Our Family Law practice addresses all aspects of relationship breakdowns and child-related matters. We handle divorces, custody arrangements, support agreements, and complex asset divisions with sensitivity and legal precision. While prioritizing amicable resolutions through mediation, we maintain strong advocacy capabilities for contested cases, always focusing on protecting clients' rights and children's best interests.
Estate Planning
We help clients create comprehensive estate plans that ensure their wishes are honored and loved ones protected. Services include wills, powers of attorney, and probate administration. Our team guides clients through complex estate transitions while minimizing tax implications and addressing unique family dynamics with compassion and legal expertise.
Mediation Services
Our certified mediators facilitate efficient conflict resolution for business and personal disputes. Using collaborative approaches, we help parties reach mutually beneficial agreements while preserving relationships. With experienced arbitrators available for binding decisions, we offer alternatives to traditional litigation that save time, reduce costs, and maintain confidentiality throughout the process.
People
Doug Flannigan
Partner
With decades of legal experience, Doug Flannigan co-founded F H & P Lawyers LLP in 2014. His extensive practice covers corporate law and commercial litigation, drawing on deep local knowledge to advise businesses across the Okanagan Valley.
Erin Cram
Partner
Recognized for exceptional family law expertise, Erin Cram provides strategic counsel in complex custody matters and high-conflict divorces. Her practice combines legal acumen with compassionate advocacy to protect clients' interests and children's welfare.
Wendy Cheung
Associate
Q. Med and C. Arb. certified, Wendy Cheung specializes in mediation and arbitration. Her collaborative approach helps clients resolve disputes efficiently while maintaining professional relationships and minimizing emotional strain during challenging situations.
Dylan Switzer
Partner
Dylan Switzer focuses on real estate law, guiding clients through property transactions across British Columbia. His expertise includes complex purchases, title transfers, and advising first-time homebuyers with clear, practical legal counsel.
Tanvir Gill
Partner
Tanvir Gill specializes in real estate and property law, managing high-volume transactions with precision. Her practice includes commercial developments and residential sales, consistently delivering efficient solutions for clients' property needs.
Questions
What areas of law does FH&P Lawyers specialize in?
We practice in over 25 areas including corporate law, real estate, family law, estate planning, commercial litigation, and mediation services, with particular expertise in Okanagan Valley-specific legal matters.
How does FH&P Lawyers approach client service?
Our 4-Point Client Service Code emphasizes understanding client needs, coordinating legal resources, providing transparent value assessments, and facilitating access to complementary professional services when needed.
What makes FH&P Lawyers different from other firms?
With roots dating to 1903, we combine century-old community knowledge with modern legal practices, offering personalized service through 23 lawyers with 375+ combined years of experience.
Do FH&P Lawyers handle cases outside the Okanagan Valley?
While based in the Okanagan, we regularly assist clients throughout British Columbia, including Vancouver and surrounding areas, with property transactions and legal matters.
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