Des Friedland, Immigration Attorney in the United States

Des concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Des handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Immigration

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Des's primary office is at 700 West 16th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 1S7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Des usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Des discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Des for a immigration case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Des walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Des offer a free consultation?

  Des charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Des's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Des's current terms during booking.

• How long do immigration cases in this state typically take?

  Simple immigration matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Des gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Des take my case if I'm outside the area?

  Des evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Des's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Des?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Des will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Des accepting new immigration clients right now?

  Des's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.