Crease Harman LLP

07/01/2026

https://creaseharman.com/areas-of-practice/easements-covenants-and-rights-of-way/

06/01/2026

https://creaseharman.com/areas-of-practice/divorce-family-law/

Victoria's oldest family law firm, since 1866. Crease Harman's Family Lawyers and Divorce Lawyers are ready to help you.

05/02/2026

Constitutional Litigation

Constitutional litigation issues can be complex, time-consuming, and sometimes, rather daunting. Lawyers at Crease Harman are experts at constitutional law issues and have successfully represented clients in a variety of complicated constitutional matters at all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada. We value the rights and liberties that are guaranteed to you under the Constitution. We will fight for you every step of the way to ensure those rights and liberties are protected.

https://creaseharman.com/areas-of-practice/constitutional-litigation/

04/01/2026

Creditors’ Remedies, Collections and Foreclosure

https://creaseharman.com/areas-of-practice/creditors-remedies-collections-and-foreclosure/

03/01/2026

What Is an “Examination for Discovery”?

The Fact-Finding Engine of Civil Litigation If you are involved in a lawsuit in British Columbia, you will likely hear your lawyer talk about “Examinations for Discovery.” For many clients, this is the most intimidating part of the pre-trial process. However, when properly prepared, it is your g...

02/03/2026

Suing for Libel or Slander in BC

Protecting Your Reputation in the Digital Age In an era of instant communication and social media, a reputation that took a lifetime to build can be damaged in seconds. At Crease Harman, we frequently advise clients on how to respond to defamatory statements. In British Columbia, the law of defamati...

01/01/2026

https://creaseharman.com/mediation-vs-trial-for-civil-disputes/

Choosing the Right Path to Resolution At Crease Harman, we understand that every dispute is unique. While our firm has a long history of vigorous advocacy in the courtroom, we also recognize that trial is not always the most effective route for every client. In British Columbia, litigants are often....

12/01/2025

https://creaseharman.com/decision-on-disclosure-of-frog-lake-first-nation-financial-records/

By Spencer Evans. “To pursue this sets a precedent for activists and people wanting to know what’s going on with our money in our communities”: the words of Hans McCarthy, Indigenous activist and member of Frog Lake First Nation, following the Order of the Federal Court made on November 20, 20...

11/03/2025

Citizenship & Immigration Law

Crease Harman enjoys the distinction of having prepared the first recorded immigration and refugee case in British Columbia in 1860. We have over 50 years of combined experience in immigration law among our team of lawyers who work together to provide a comprehensive, responsive and flexible client experience. Because immigration issues may require urgent attention, we ensure that our team is there to respond to your concerns in a timely manner. We offer various levels of services including summary consultations, review of select immigration applications and full service representation for your immigration application from beginning to end, whether for temporary entry, permanent status or citizenship.

https://creaseharman.com/areas-of-practice/citizenship-and-immigration-law/

10/01/2025

Banking & Commercial Finance Law

Crease Harman LLP has been designated as Approved Solicitors for the Bank of Montreal and Approved Commercial Solicitors for the Royal Bank of Canada for over 40 years. Lawyers at Crease Harman LLP also act for private commercial mortgage lenders in securing loans across British Columbia.

https://creaseharman.com/areas-of-practice/banking-and-commercial-finance/