General Civil Litigation

WHEN DISPUTES CAN’T BE RESOLVED WITHOUT LEGAL HELP

Not every legal dispute fits neatly into a single area of law. Whether you are being sued, considering legal action, or dealing with a disagreement that could have significant financial consequences, our lawyers can help you understand your options and navigate the legal process.

Civil litigation involves resolving disputes between individuals, businesses, organizations, and other parties. While some matters proceed to court, many are resolved through negotiation, mediation, or other forms of dispute resolution.

At RDM, we focus on practical, cost-effective solutions while remaining prepared to advocate for you at trial when necessary.

We Assist with Disputes Involving

• Real estate and property
• Property damage
• Contracts and commercial agreements
• Negligence claims
• Nuisance claims
• Construction disputes
• Builders liens
• Strata disputes
• Shareholder and business partner disputes
• Insurance claims
• Foreclosure proceedings
• Residential and commercial tenancy disputes
• Debt collection (creditor and debtor representation)
• Injunctions and urgent court applications
• Defamation (libel and slander)
• Administrative boards and tribunals
• Commercial litigation
• Agricultural and crop loss claims

OUR APPROACH

Legal disputes can be stressful, time-consuming, and expensive. We believe clients deserve clear advice about the strengths and weaknesses of their case, realistic expectations regarding timelines and costs, and practical guidance about when litigation makes sense and when alternative solutions may be preferable.

Our lawyers regularly appear before the courts of British Columbia and various administrative tribunals and have experience resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and trial.

Fees

At RDM, we strive to be transparent about legal fees.

Most civil litigation matters are billed based on the hourly rate of the lawyer(s) involved. Hourly rates vary depending on the lawyer’s experience, skill, and area of specialization.

During an initial consultation, we will discuss the nature of your dispute, the anticipated scope of work, and the fee structure that may be appropriate in the circumstances.

For more information:

• More information on hourly billing can be found by clicking here.

NEED HELP?

If you are involved in a dispute, have been served with court documents, or are considering legal action, we encourage you to seek legal advice as early as possible. Early intervention often creates more opportunities to resolve disputes efficiently and avoid unnecessary costs.

To discuss your situation, please contact our office at 604.853.0774. We will conduct a conflict check and arrange a consultation with a member of our Litigation Team to assess your matter and discuss potential next steps.

If this is your first time meeting with a lawyer, we encourage you to read “Your First Litigation Consultation: What to Expect” to learn more about the consultation process, what information to bring, and how to make the most of your meeting.