One of our most trusted personal injury lawyers in Vancouver is John M. Rice, a partner and trial lawyer at Rice Harbut Elliott. His reputation definitely made a mark.

He was picked as a Fellow of the International Academy of Trial Lawyers (IATL), which is very selective and tough to get elected into! That speaks volumes about his skill and professionalism, don’t you think?

We also like that he has a wide range of specialisations, including wrongful death, wrongful denial of insurance coverage, and professional malpractice. Add to that his responsiveness, as mentioned by several clients, and he’s solid!

It’s worth highlighting that he’s not afraid to take on big cases, having represented clients against large companies. It shows his integrity, which is an essential trait in a personal injury lawyer!

You should know that the firm is kind of picky with their cases. But as long as you’re honest with your situation, they’ll likely take your case.

Team was on it every step of the way

“Our family suffered a significant personal injury that John Rice and RHE were able to successfully resolve on behalf of all of us. John and his team were on it every step of the way, providing excellent service, practical advice and outstanding  advocacy. We could not be more pleased we chose  RHE to represent us.”

Tamlin Cooper, Google Review

Great communication

“John Rice and his team were fantastic. Great communication from beginning to end. I appreciated him being very direct when giving options and setting expectations. Very happy with the outcome.”

Tim Rich, Google Review

Paul Warnett of Warnett Hallen LLP has decades of experience as a personal injury and trial lawyer, which gives us confidence that he can do the job. To be honest, he actually can because of his proven track record!

We’ve seen his success stories, having helped clients receive fair settlement. But what’s impressive is he doesn’t settle for less—he and his fellow lawyers actually try to go for the maximum compensation if possible.

Plus, he works on a contingency basis, which means you don’t have to pay upfront fees. He will only receive compensation when he wins your case.

Based on what we’ve seen, Warnett and his staff are always available! They’ve been very responsive and have always communicated clearly, likely due to their 24/7 availability!

However, there’s a chance you might not see your lawyer in person since communication is mostly done via phone or email. No worries since that won’t affect your case at all.

The team stood behind me

“I am writing this review to express my gratitude for Paul Warnett & legal team.  They were instrumental in obtaining a fair and just settlement.  The team stood behind me, and had great communication throughout.  I would like to thank everyone for advocating on my behalf.  It would have been overwhelming without your help.”

Kyle Gumbert, Google Review

Always updated regularly

“I am extremely happy with the service provided by Paul and the Warnett Hallen LLP team. I felt very well taken care of from the moment the team stepped in to represent my very long-drawn claim with ICBC.  I was always updated regularly with the status of the case and felt there was a lot of attention and detail that went into following up and researching what needed to be done.  In the end their knowledge, skills and hard work towards looking into what needed to be done and challenging a confusing system of conflicting answers and slow responses paid off. I was very satisfied with the outcome and would highly recommend them to anyone.”

Maureen Vo, Google Review

Holness and Small Law Group has served BC for over two decades, which basically cements their reputation in the local community. It’s true though, since most clients we spoke with had successful outcomes with this law firm.

We want to highlight Renn A. Holness, who has practised since 1995. Plus, he provides a No Fee Legal Protection Guarantee, which means you don’t have to pay unless he wins your case—except for civil tribunal disputes, but that’s normal.

Although the law firm has a wide range of specialisations, Holness focuses more on complex injuries and civic appeals. We didn’t find that a big issue since he can refer you to a lawyer who is an expert in your case.

Location-wise, the law firm’s good! Their office is located right beside the Vancouver Courthouse!

To top it off, their lawyers receive medical advice from a neurosurgeon on a case-by-case basis, so you can be sure they completely understand your injury.

Supportive, upfront, and patient

“I was injured in a life-changing MVA, had to be off work and attend many medical appointments. Thankfully during this frustrating time, Renn and his team was so supportive, upfront, and patient while explaining complex legal and insurance processes. Their support gave me extra time and space to focus on my health, and I’d recommend them to loved ones who need the same kind of support.”

J. C., Google Review

Satisfied with the legal service

“I met Renn and hired him as my lawyer for an ICBC case 4 years ago and we recently closed my case. I am very grateful and satisfied with the legal service he provided me and want to thank him again for all his help on my case”

amir shakiba, Google Review

A personal injury lawyer in Vancouver who has been practising for a very long time is Joe Battista of Murphy Battista LLP. He was called to the bar back in 1977, which gives him almost half a century of experience—very impressive!

He’s even appointed as King’s Counsel, which signifies his level of expertise even more! 

We also like that he has a good variety of specialisations, including injuries.

Actually, the law firm has a wide range of practice areas, making them a good stop for many clients in Vancouver.

Another thing to highlight is Battista speaks English, Italian, and French. Combine that with his team’s ability to meet wherever it’s convenient for you, and accessibility just went through the roof!

We do have to slash a couple of points because there were previous issues with the staff’s slow communication. Nevertheless, that doesn’t seem to happen anymore because most clients we spoke with noted their responsiveness.

Generous and caring firm

“The most generous and caring firm. It matters to them how their clients are doing, and they do everything possible to improve the quality of life for people. I, personally, didn’t end up having any claim but they chose to work with me pro-bono in order to help me access resources through ICBC that were being denied to me. They not only aim to get you what you need, but to make sure your life is better for it. I honestly can’t say enough good things about Murphy Battista. I know how much effort they put into their clients – and it shows in their results.”

Kristina Shelde, Google Review

Took care of my case promptly and calmly

“The people at Murphy Battista were very professional. They treated me with respect, and took care of my case promptly and calmly. They kept me up to date, answered all my questions, and when the time came, they got me the settlement that I needed. The whole experience from my initial panicking to the final resolution was as painless as they could make it. I felt like I was in good hands.”

Rick Kaydubya, Google Review

One of our top personal injury lawyers is Jeremy Thom of Collins Cullen Thom. Why? Because he previously worked at ICBC (Insurance Corporation of British Columbia), giving him in-depth knowledge of insurance policies, tactics, and everything in between!

His time there definitely gives him an edge when it comes to motor vehicle incidents. That’s actually what the law firm specialises in—bicycle, motor, car, and pedestrian injuries.

While that’s helpful for clients with motor vehicle injuries, it does limit his accessibility. On the positive side, he takes on loads of injury cases—but I guess that’s normal for a lawyer.

We find it commendable that he and his team only work with individuals and never on behalf of insurance companies. We also appreciate that he takes on small and big cases!

The last thing that makes Thom accessible to Vancouverites? His firm offers services in other languages: Punjabi, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Spanish!

Honest, direct, and patient

“Jeremy Thom is one of the best in the business. He’s honest, direct, and patient with explaining things. He’s represented me with good results on my ICBC claim, and I am very satisfied with the services that his firm provides. Highly recommend him!”

Hilary Ann, Google Review

Efficient, professional, and easy to understand

“Jeremy is efficient, professional and easy to understand; I feel very comfortable discussing my case or concerns with him. I will definitely recommend Collins & Cullen to my friends without any hesitation. Keep up the good work Jeremy!”

tessie sy, Google Review