Shea Coulson, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and General
PartneratDentons Canada LLP
Practicing business since 2010.
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Shea Coulson is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and General. Shea has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Business · Civil Rights · General
- Handles Business, Civil Rights, and General matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Shea Coulson: Shea Coulson is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and General. Shea has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Shea takes on
Shea concentrates on business, civil rights, general, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shea handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Business cases nationwide
Shea 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 Shea agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases nationwide
Shea takes civil rights 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 Shea agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Shea 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 Shea agrees to represent you.
Government cases nationwide
Shea takes government 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 Shea agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Shea Coulson — business lawyer in the U.S.
Shea Coulson is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and General. Shea has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
Shea Coulson is a lawyer practicing commercial law, constitutional law, regulatory law and 1 other area of law. Shea received a B.A. degree from University of Toronto in 2003, and has been licensed for 16 years. Shea practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Vancouver, BC.
How Shea handles business matters
Shea Coulson is a lawyer practicing commercial law, constitutional law, regulatory law and 1 other area of law. Shea received a B.A. degree from University of Toronto in 2003, and has been licensed for 16 years. Shea practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Who Shea represents
Shea reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and general matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of British Columbia
J.D. · 2009
University of Toronto
B.A. · 2003
Jurisdictions
Shea's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2010 · ACTIVE
Shea studied at J.D. in University of British Columbia and B.A. in University of Toronto.
Law school and academic background
Shea completed J.D. in University of British Columbia and B.A. in University of Toronto. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shea runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Shea's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association
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Locations
Shea Coulson's office in Vancouver
Shea's primary office is at 20th Floor, 250 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3R8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Shea Coulson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shea usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shea charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shea'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; Shea 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 Shea
Shea 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. Shea confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shea'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 Shea Coulson
How much does it cost to hire Shea for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shea walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shea offer a free consultation?
Shea charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shea's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Shea'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. Shea gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shea take my case if I'm outside the area?
Shea evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Shea'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 Shea?
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. Shea will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shea accepting new business clients right now?
Shea's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.