Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Vancouver Immigration and Legal Services for All Your Needs
Founded in 2000, our law firm has established itself as a trusted legal resource in Vancouver and beyond. With expertise in immigration law, citizenship matters, wills and estates, and international legal services, we combine deep legal knowledge with a strategic, client-focused approach. Our founder, Emma Andrews, brings over two decades of experience in Canadian and international legal systems, including appearances before federal courts and immigration tribunals. Fluent in both English and Spanish, we serve clients from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing clear communication and practical solutions.Our work extends beyond individual cases through community involvement, legal education initiatives, and contributions to multilingual legal resources. Recognized for excellence by media outlets like the Vancouver Sun, we maintain active memberships in the Canadian Bar Association and Law Society of BC while continuing to advocate for clients' rights across immigration, family law, and estate planning domains.
Services
Immigration and Citizenship
Wills and Estates
Family Law
Personal Injury
Notarizations
Corporate Law
Real Estate
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of legal experience in immigration and international law
- Our team provides bilingual Spanish-English legal services
- We maintain active memberships in major legal associations
- Our strategic approach focuses on practical, results-oriented solutions
- We combine local expertise with international legal system knowledge
Associations and certifications
- Canadian Bar Association
- Law Society of BC
Services
Immigration and Citizenship
We provide comprehensive immigration legal services including visa applications, permanent residency, and citizenship processing. Our expertise covers economic class immigration, family reunification, and humanitarian cases. With deep knowledge of Canadian immigration policies and international legal frameworks, we help clients navigate complex procedures while maintaining compliance with evolving regulations.
Wills and Estates
Our estate planning services include will drafting, trust creation, and succession planning. We help clients protect their assets while minimizing tax liabilities and potential disputes. Our experience extends to international estate administration and probate matters across jurisdictions including Spain and Latin America.
Family Law
We handle family law matters including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property division. Our approach focuses on resolving conflicts while protecting clients' rights and interests. We provide clear guidance on legal obligations and help negotiate fair settlements in complex family law situations.
Notarizations
As a notary public, we provide official document certification services in both English and Spanish. Our notarization capabilities include powers of attorney, international document validation, and authentication for consular requirements. We maintain registered credentials with multiple governmental and consular authorities.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury cases arising from motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, and assault incidents. Our services include ICBC claim processing and pursuing compensation for physical and emotional damages. We help clients understand their rights while navigating insurance and legal procedures.
People
Emma Andrews
Lawyer, Notary Public
Emma Andrews, JD, has practiced law since 2000 with expertise in immigration, citizenship, and international legal matters. She combines Canadian common law and Latin American civil law knowledge to serve diverse clients, appearing before federal courts and immigration tribunals. Her community involvement includes legal education initiatives and multilingual resource development.
Questions
What immigration services do you offer?
We handle all aspects of Canadian immigration including work permits, study permits, permanent residency applications, family sponsorship, and citizenship processing.
Do you provide Spanish language legal services?
Yes, our firm offers full legal services in both English and Spanish with certified document translation capabilities.
What estate planning services are available?
We provide will drafting, trust creation, power of attorney documents, and international estate administration services.
Can you help with family law matters?
Yes, we handle divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, property division, and family-related legal disputes.
What are your office hours?
Please contact us directly for appointment scheduling as our hours may vary based on client needs.
