Kelly Murray, General Attorney in the United States
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Real Estate
Practicing general since 1992.
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Kelly Murray is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Real Estate. Kelly has over 34 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Real Estate
- Handles General, Insurance, and Real Estate matters from Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2023).
About Kelly Murray: Kelly Murray is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Real Estate. Kelly has over 34 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kelly Murray
Kelly concentrates on general, insurance, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kelly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Real Estate
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General cases nationwide
Kelly takes general 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Kelly takes insurance 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Kelly takes real estate 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 Kelly agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kelly Murray — Over 34 years of the U.S. general experience
Kelly Murray is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Real Estate. Kelly has over 34 years of legal experience.
Kelly Murray joined Whitelaw Twining in 2017. Prior to joining the firm, Kelly worked for over 17 years with boutique litigation firms in Vancouver and focussed her practice on professional liability claims. Before that she gained early trial experience as an Assistant Crown Attorney in Ontario for four years.
She now continues her professional liability practice at Whitelaw Twining defending real estate agents and lawyers against claims made against them in their professional capacity. Kelly also acts for real estate licensees in discipline matters involving the Real Estate Council of British Columbia and several Real Estate Boards. She has appeared at all levels of court in British Columbia, and before various administrative tribunals.
Court cases successfully defended by Kelly include:
- Currie v. Sonnenberg, 2017 BCSC 526: Successful summary trial application resulting in the dismissal of a professional liability claim against a real estate agent for allegedly selling a property below market value
- Shen v. Chan 2016 BCSC 1370: Successful summary trial application resulting in the dismissal of a professional liability claim against a real estate agent. The plaintiff claimed the realtor negligently managed a property and allegedly caused damage to a neighbouring property
- Summit Staging Ltd. v. 596373 BC Ltd. et al 2008 BCSC 198: Successful defence of a claim that a real estate agent gave negligence advice on the value of property and improperly charged an unconscionable commission
Kelly has written a number of articles for the Real Estate Errors and Omissions Insurance Corporation Risk Report and for the British Columbia Real Estate Association. She has recently been a panel participant for The Advocate Society's seminar on Objections. She is actively involved in the mentoring of junior women lawyers with litigation practices.
Kelly's approach to general cases
Kelly Murray joined Whitelaw Twining in 2017. Prior to joining the firm, Kelly worked for over 17 years with boutique litigation firms in Vancouver and focussed her practice on professional liability claims. Before that she gained early trial experience as an Assistant Crown Attorney in Ontario for four years. She now continues her professional liability practice at Whitelaw Twining defending…
The kind of cases Kelly takes
Kelly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and real estate matters in the United States.
Jurisdictions
Kelly's state bar admissions
Ontario, 1994 (activ
ACTIVE
British Columbia
1992 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Kelly Murray
Kelly has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law, Vancouver (Canada)
2023
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
Locations
Kelly Murray's office in Vancouver
Kelly's primary office is at 2400 200 Granville Street, Vancouver, British Columbia. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kelly Murray — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kelly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kelly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly'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; Kelly will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Kelly
Kelly discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Kelly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kelly's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kelly Murray
How much does it cost to hire Kelly for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kelly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kelly offer a free consultation?
Kelly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kelly's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Kelly's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in this state typically take?
Simple general 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. Kelly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kelly take my case if I'm outside the area?
Kelly evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Kelly'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 Kelly?
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. Kelly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kelly accepting new general clients right now?
Kelly's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.