Vincent P. Johnston, Civil Rights Attorney in the United States

Vincent concentrates on civil rights, employment, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Vincent handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Civil Rights

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• Employment

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• Workers Comp

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Vincent's primary office is at Bentall 5, 550 Burrard St., 14th Fl., Vancouver, BC, V6C 2B5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Vincent usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Vincent discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Vincent for a civil rights case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Vincent walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Vincent offer a free consultation?

  Vincent charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Vincent's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Vincent's current terms during booking.

• How long do civil rights cases in this state typically take?

  Simple civil rights 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. Vincent gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Vincent take my case if I'm outside the area?

  Vincent evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Vincent'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 Vincent?

  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. Vincent will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Vincent accepting new civil rights clients right now?

  Vincent's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.