Serving White Rock
Civil litigation lawyers serving White Rock, BC
We act for White Rock and South Surrey owners in strata, property and contract disputes, from our Surrey office.
Hillside lots and ocean views lead to disputes about trees, views, retaining walls and boundaries, and the older low-rise strata buildings near the waterfront see their share of repair and levy disagreements.
How we help White Rock 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 White Rock matters
- Surrey Provincial Court, 14340 57 Avenue: Provincial Court family matters and small claims for White Rock.
- New Westminster Law Courts, 651 Carnarvon Street: Supreme Court matters, including divorce and family property.
- Civil Resolution Tribunal (online): small claims up to $5,000 and most strata disputes.
Questions from White Rock clients
A neighbour’s renovation is damaging my property in White Rock. What can I do?
Document the damage with photos and dates, and check whether the work has city permits. A lawyer’s letter often stops the problem. If it does not, you may have a claim for nuisance or trespass, and an urgent court order is possible where damage is ongoing.
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.
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.