L. Penelope Ettinger, International Attorney in the United States
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on International, Tax, and Tax Litigation
Practicing international since 1986.
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L. Penelope Ettinger is an attorney based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on International, Tax, and Tax Litigation. L. has over 40 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- International · Tax · Tax Litigation
- Handles International, Tax, and Tax Litigation matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About L. Penelope Ettinger: L. Penelope Ettinger is an attorney based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on International, Tax, and Tax Litigation. L. has over 40 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters L. takes on
L. concentrates on international, tax, and tax litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case L. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
International
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Tax
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Tax Litigation
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International cases nationwide
L. takes international 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 L. agrees to represent you.
Tax cases nationwide
L. takes tax 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 L. agrees to represent you.
Tax Litigation cases nationwide
L. takes tax 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 L. agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet L. Penelope Ettinger — international lawyer in the U.S.
L. Penelope Ettinger is an attorney based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on International, Tax, and Tax Litigation. L. has over 40 years of legal experience.
L. Penelope Ettinger is a lawyer practicing international, federal and provincial income tax and commodity tax, income tax and commodity tax litigation. L. Penelope received a B.A. degree from University of Saskatchewan in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years. L. Penelope practices in Vancouver, BC.
L.'s approach to international cases
L. Penelope Ettinger is a lawyer practicing international, federal and provincial income tax and commodity tax, income tax and commodity tax litigation. L. Penelope received a B.A. degree from University of Saskatchewan in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years. L. Penelope practices in Vancouver, BC.
The kind of cases L. takes
L. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for international, tax, and tax litigation matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Alberta
LL.B. Taxation · 1985
University of Saskatchewan
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
L.'s state bar admissions
British Columbia
1991 · ACTIVE
Alberta
1986 · ACTIVE
L. studied at LL.B. Taxation in University of Alberta and B.A. in University of Saskatchewan.
Law school and academic background
L. completed LL.B. Taxation in University of Alberta and B.A. in University of Saskatchewan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice L. runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
L. Penelope Ettinger's office in Vancouver
L.'s primary office is at 1040 W. George St., 15th Fl., Vancouver, BC, V6E 4H8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire L. Penelope Ettinger — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new international attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with L. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
L. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain L.'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; L. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a international attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many international 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 L.
L. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in international practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every international 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. L. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
L.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many international practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about L. Penelope Ettinger
How much does it cost to hire L. for a international case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. L. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does L. offer a free consultation?
L. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain L.'s office. Some international attorneys offer free consults — check L.'s current terms during booking.
How long do international cases in this state typically take?
Simple international 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. L. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can L. take my case if I'm outside the area?
L. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside L.'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 L.?
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. L. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is L. accepting new international clients right now?
L.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.