Serving Langley
Civil litigation lawyers serving Langley, BC
We act for Langley owners and businesses in construction, contract, debt, strata and property disputes, from our Surrey office.
New-build deficiencies in Willoughby, strata townhouse disputes and rural property issues such as fences, access and drainage are the questions we hear most from Langley clients.
How we help Langley clients
- Strata DisputesDisputes between owners, tenants and strata corporations over bylaws, fines, repairs and governance.
- Contract DisputesClaims for breach of contract between individuals, contractors and businesses.
- Debt RecoveryRecovering money you are owed and enforcing judgments, or defending a debt claim.
- Construction DisputesRenovations and builds that go wrong, unpaid trades, deficiencies and builders liens.
- Property DisputesDeals that fall apart, deposits in dispute, and disagreements between co-owners or neighbours.
Courts that hear Langley matters
- Langley files are commonly heard at Surrey Provincial Court, with Supreme Court proceedings at the New Westminster Law Courts.
- Civil Resolution Tribunal (online): small claims up to $5,000 and most strata disputes.
Questions from Langley clients
My new Langley townhouse has defects the builder will not fix. What are my options?
Check the home warranty coverage and its notice deadlines first, then the purchase contract. Many defects are covered by the warranty provider. Where they are not, a claim against the builder may be possible, and the strata may be the right party for common property.
Should I try to settle?
It is almost always worth exploring. Most civil cases settle before trial. A settlement gives you certainty and control over the result, and a sensible offer made early can also affect who pays legal costs later.
Who pays legal costs if I win?
In BC Supreme Court the successful party is usually awarded costs, but those are set by a tariff and typically cover only part of the actual legal fees. In small claims and at the Civil Resolution Tribunal, the costs you can recover are more limited.
How long does a lawsuit take?
A small claim can be resolved in months. A contested Supreme Court action commonly takes one to three years to reach trial, although most settle well before that.
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Book a consultation
Tell us what has happened. We will tell you where you stand.
The first consultation is free, at our Surrey office on 120 Street.