Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Vancouver Litigation Partner
We are a litigation-focused law firm with deep expertise in civil, criminal, and regulatory defence. Our team has appeared before the Supreme Court of Canada and all levels of British Columbia courts, delivering creative and effective solutions tailored to each client's unique challenges. With decades of combined experience, including former prosecutorial roles, we provide strategic representation grounded in a thorough understanding of legal processes and client needs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of successful outcomes across complex commercial disputes, criminal defence, and professional regulatory matters. 
Services
Civil Litigation
Criminal Defence
Regulatory Defence
Appellate Advocacy
Professional Discipline
Commercial Disputes
Criminal Appeals
Administrative Law
Construction Litigation
Personal Injury
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined experience in civil and criminal litigation
- Our team has appeared before the Supreme Court of Canada
- We develop creative solutions for complex legal challenges
- Former prosecutors bring insider understanding of legal processes
- We prioritize client communication and tailored legal strategies
Associations and certifications
- King's Counsel
Services
Civil Litigation
We handle complex civil litigation matters including contractual disputes, shareholder conflicts, and real estate litigation. Our team combines strategic thinking with extensive courtroom experience to protect client interests. We focus on achieving cost-effective resolutions while maintaining readiness for trial when necessary.
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence practice covers a wide range of charges from assault to fraud and drug offences. With former prosecutorial experience, we understand how to challenge evidence and build strong defences. We represent clients in trials, appeals, and regulatory proceedings across British Columbia.
Regulatory Defence
We represent professionals and businesses facing regulatory investigations and disciplinary proceedings. Our services include defending licensing matters, environmental compliance cases, and professional conduct issues. We work to protect both legal rights and professional reputations through strategic advocacy.
Appellate Advocacy
Our firm has extensive experience in appellate work before the British Columbia Court of Appeal and Supreme Court of Canada. We focus on identifying critical legal issues and developing persuasive arguments for successful outcomes. This includes both civil and criminal appeal matters.
Professional Discipline
We defend professionals facing disciplinary actions before regulatory bodies. Our services cover medical, legal, and other licensed professions. We provide representation in hearings and negotiations while developing strategies to protect professional credentials and livelihoods.
People
Ravi Hira
Partner
Ravi Hira KC is a seasoned litigator with over 40 years of legal experience. He has appeared in all levels of British Columbia courts and the Supreme Court of Canada. His practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, criminal defence, and administrative law matters.
Kyle Bienvenu
Partner
Kyle Bienvenu brings extensive trial and appellate experience to his litigation practice. He has appeared as lead counsel in numerous reported decisions and regularly represents clients in commercial disputes and regulatory matters.
Ryan Hira
Partner
Ryan Hira specializes in criminal defence and regulatory law with a focus on complex prosecutions and professional discipline cases. He combines technical legal knowledge with practical courtroom strategy to achieve optimal client outcomes.
Anne MacKenzie
Partner
Anne MacKenzie KC has significant experience in civil litigation and administrative law. She represents clients in commercial disputes and regulatory matters, focusing on practical solutions that align with client business objectives.
I. Bruce Josephson
Partner
Bruce Josephson KC has practiced law for over 35 years with a focus on civil litigation and professional liability matters. He has appeared in numerous reported cases and provides strategic guidance in complex legal disputes.
Questions
What areas of law does Hira Rowan specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation, criminal defence, regulatory law, appellate advocacy, and professional discipline matters.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our lawyers have over 150 combined years of experience, including appearances in the Supreme Court of Canada and all levels of British Columbia courts.
Do you handle both trial and appellate cases?
Yes, we handle cases at all levels from initial trial through appellate review in both civil and criminal matters.
What makes your firm different from others?
Our unique combination of former prosecutorial experience, regulatory expertise, and extensive trial experience provides strategic advantages for our clients.
How do you approach client communication?
We prioritize clear, regular communication and tailor our approach to each client's specific needs and objectives.
