Farouk Jiwa, Criminal Defense Attorney in the United States
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury
Founding LawyeratJiwa Law Corporation
Practicing criminal defense since 2005.
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Farouk Jiwa is a founding lawyer based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Farouk has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jiwa Law Corporation.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Farouk Jiwa: Farouk Jiwa is a founding lawyer based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Farouk has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jiwa Law Corporation.
Areas of practice
Farouk's practice areas in the U.S.
Farouk concentrates on criminal defense, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Farouk handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Criminal Defense cases nationwide
Farouk takes criminal defense matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Farouk agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Farouk takes litigation matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Farouk agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases nationwide
Farouk takes personal injury matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Farouk agrees to represent you.
Biography
Farouk Jiwa, criminal defense attorney serving the U.S.
Farouk Jiwa is a founding lawyer based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Farouk has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jiwa Law Corporation. Farouk works from the U.S. and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.
Farouk Jiwa is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, criminal law and 1 other area of law. Farouk received a B.S. degree from University of British Columbia in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. Farouk practices at Jiwa Law Corporation in Vancouver, BC.
Farouk's approach to criminal defense cases
Farouk Jiwa is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, criminal law and 1 other area of law. Farouk received a B.S. degree from University of British Columbia in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years. Farouk practices at Jiwa Law Corporation in Vancouver, BC.
Clients Farouk works with
Farouk reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, litigation, and personal injury matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Farouk studied and practices
Seattle University School of Law
J.D. · 2004
University of British Columbia
B.S. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Farouk's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2006 · ACTIVE
Washington
2005 · ACTIVE
Farouk studied at J.D. in Seattle University School of Law and B.S. in University of British Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Farouk completed J.D. in Seattle University School of Law and B.S. in University of British Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Farouk runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Farouk Jiwa's office in Vancouver
Farouk's primary office is at 850–777 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4J7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Farouk Jiwa — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Farouk usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Farouk charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Farouk'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; Farouk will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Farouk
Farouk discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. Farouk confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Farouk's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Farouk Jiwa
How much does it cost to hire Farouk for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Farouk walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Farouk offer a free consultation?
Farouk charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Farouk's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Farouk's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in this state typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Farouk gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Farouk take my case if I'm outside the area?
Farouk evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Farouk'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 Farouk?
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. Farouk will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Farouk accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Farouk's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.