Ellen Gordon — Licensed Attorney
Over 42 years of legal practice
MemberatGordon & Sutherland
Practicing law since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Ellen Gordon is a member based in Vancouver, BC. Ellen has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon & Sutherland.
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- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 42 years
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- legal services
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ellen Gordon: Ellen Gordon is a member based in Vancouver, BC. Ellen has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon & Sutherland.
Biography
Ellen Gordon, legal attorney serving the U.S.
Ellen Gordon is a member based in Vancouver, BC. Ellen has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon & Sutherland. Ellen works from the U.S. and takes on legal matters across the region.
Ellen Gordon is a lawyer. Ellen has been licensed for 42 years. Ellen practices at Gordon & Sutherland in Vancouver, BC.
The kind of cases Ellen takes
Ellen reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ellen studied and practices
University of Manitoba
LL.B. · 1983
Jurisdictions
Ellen's state bar admissions
British Columbia
1996 · ACTIVE
Manitoba
1984 · ACTIVE
Ellen studied at LL.B. in University of Manitoba.
Law school and academic background
Ellen completed LL.B. in University of Manitoba. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ellen runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Ellen's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association Manitoba BCS Association
Subsections, Criminal Justice, Civil Liberties · membership
Locations
Ellen Gordon's office in Vancouver
Ellen's primary office is at 2nd Floor, 100 W. Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1R8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Gordon & Sutherland
2nd Floor, 100 W. Pender Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 1R8
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How to hire Ellen Gordon — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ellen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ellen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ellen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ellen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ellen
Ellen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ellen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ellen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ellen Gordon
How much does it cost to hire Ellen for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ellen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ellen offer a free consultation?
Ellen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ellen's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Ellen's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in this state typically take?
Simple legal 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. Ellen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ellen take my case if I'm outside the area?
Ellen evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Ellen'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 Ellen?
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. Ellen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ellen accepting new legal clients right now?
Ellen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.