Kim A. Wigmore, General Attorney in the United States
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Maritime
Practicing general since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kim A. Wigmore is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Maritime. Kim has over 31 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Maritime
- Handles General, Insurance, and Maritime matters from Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Transportation Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2025).
About Kim A. Wigmore: Kim A. Wigmore is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Maritime. Kim has over 31 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kim A. Wigmore
Kim concentrates on general, insurance, and maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kim handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Insurance
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Maritime
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General cases nationwide
Kim 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 Kim agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Kim 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 Kim agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases nationwide
Kim takes maritime 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 Kim agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kim A. Wigmore — Over 31 years of the U.S. general experience
Kim A. Wigmore is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Maritime. Kim has over 31 years of legal experience.
Kim's particular areas of experience include:
- acting for defendants in all types of transportation-related accidents. including bodily injury and wrongful death
- acting for defendants in marine and inland marine cargo defence and subrogation
- acting for defendants in professional negligence claims involving architects, engineers and other design professionals
- acting for defendants in property damage and casualty claims, with particular emphasis on fire losses, product liability, occupiers liability and construction deficiency claims
- advising insurers on coverage obligations under all types of policies including Hull and Machinery, Protection and Indemnity, Cargo, Professional Indemnity, CGL and Comprehensive Homeowners
- Kim is a Managing Director of Whitelaw Twining, is the head of the Whitelaw Twining's Transportation Group, is past chair of the British Columbia Maritime Law Section of the Canadian Bar Association, a Director of the Canadian Transport Lawyers Association, and a former executive member of the Marine Insurance Association of British Columbia.
Kim's approach to general cases
Kim Wigmore's practice involves a broad range of insurance litigation with a focus on casualty, professional liability, and transportation-related insurance issues. He appears frequently in the Supreme Court of British Columbia, the Federal Court of Canada, and the British Columbia Court of Appeal. Kim also has extensive experience in mediations. Kim's particular areas of experience include:…
The kind of cases Kim takes
Kim reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and maritime matters in the United States.
Credentials
Kim A. Wigmore's legal education and bar admissions
Dalhousie University
— · 1994
Jurisdictions
Kim's state bar admissions
British Columbia, La
1995 · ACTIVE
Kim studied at — in Dalhousie University.
Law school and academic background
Kim completed — in Dalhousie University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kim runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Kim A. Wigmore
Kim has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Transportation Law, Vancouver (Canada)
2025
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Maritime Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in the Best Lawyers in Canada from 2013 - 2015 (Maritime Law & Transportation Law)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Transportation Law, Vancouver (Canada) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Maritime Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Kim A. Wigmore's office in Vancouver
Kim'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 Kim A. Wigmore — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kim usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kim charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kim'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; Kim 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 Kim
Kim 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. Kim confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kim'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 Kim A. Wigmore
How much does it cost to hire Kim for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kim walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kim offer a free consultation?
Kim charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kim's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Kim'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. Kim gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kim take my case if I'm outside the area?
Kim evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Kim'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 Kim?
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. Kim will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kim accepting new general clients right now?
Kim's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.