Ruby Chan, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and IP · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Practicing business since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Quick answer
Ruby Chan is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IP. Ruby has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Business · General · IP
- Handles Business, General, and IP matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Ruby Chan: Ruby Chan is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IP. Ruby has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Ruby's practice areas in the U.S.
Ruby concentrates on business, general, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ruby handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Ruby takes business 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 Ruby agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Ruby 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 Ruby agrees to represent you.
IP cases nationwide
Ruby takes ip 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 Ruby agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ruby Chan, business attorney serving the U.S.
Ruby Chan is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IP. Ruby has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Ruby works from the U.S. and takes on business matters across the region.
Ruby Chan is a lawyer practicing securities and corporate finance, intellectual property and technology, corporate and 3 other areas of law. Ruby has been licensed for 23 years. Ruby practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Ruby's approach to business cases
Ruby Chan is a lawyer practicing securities and corporate finance, intellectual property and technology, corporate and 3 other areas of law. Ruby has been licensed for 23 years. Ruby practices at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Clients Ruby works with
Ruby reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and ip matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ruby studied and practices
University of British Columbia
LL.B. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Ruby's state bar admissions
Ontario
2008 · ACTIVE
British Columbia
2003 · ACTIVE
Ruby studied at LL.B. in University of British Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Ruby completed LL.B. in University of British Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ruby runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Ruby's legal honors and published work
Ruby has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Ruby's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •Member, Law Society of British Columbia •Member, Canadian Bar Association •Member, Vancouver Bar Association •Member, Forum for Women Entrepreneurs of BC
membership
Locations
Ruby Chan's office in Vancouver
Ruby's primary office is at Park Place, 2800 - 666 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 2Z7. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
DLA Piper (Canada) LLP
Park Place, 2800 - 666 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 2Z7
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Client reviews of Ruby Chan — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Ruby. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in your area.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Ruby Chan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ruby usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ruby charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ruby'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; Ruby will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Ruby
Ruby discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Ruby confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ruby's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ruby Chan
How much does it cost to hire Ruby for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ruby walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ruby offer a free consultation?
Ruby charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ruby's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ruby's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business 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. Ruby gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ruby take my case if I'm outside the area?
Ruby evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Ruby'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 Ruby?
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. Ruby will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ruby accepting new business clients right now?
Ruby's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.