Our Firm
We are a boutique law firm of employment and labour lawyers, a mediator, and a dedicated team of support staff with offices in both Vancouver and Surrey. Employment and labour law is all we do. We love to empower employees, level the playing field, and impact the outcome. We are also a strong advocate for workers through their unions, providing a wide range of services and support to unions from a variety of industries.
Firm History & Partners
The firm was founded in 2001 by Dick Hamilton and Nicole Howell on departure from a mid-sized Vancouver law firm. They sought to create a different kind of law firm where a lawyer could care more about the client and less about billing targets. View More
FAQ
Most firms say that they are client-centric, cost-effective, and demonstrate legal excellence. But what does this really mean and how do you know it’s true? We’d rather just tell you how we’re different. View More
Fees
Our clients include white and blue collar employees at all levels, and spanning all industries. We recognise that the issues our clients face affect both their livelihood and their futures. View More
Cases
Our client was a 37-year old restaurant manager with 13.5 years of employment who alleged she was terminated (or constructively dismissed) whereas the owner claimed she was suspended and then abandoned her position. View More
Testimonials
After 15 years of employment, I was terminated without cause and escorted out of the building. I was offered a severance package and told I had 7 days to accept it. It was a low point. The lawyers at HHBG made me feel like I had regained control. View More
Our Firm
Services for employees
Services for unions
Employee Lawyers
Try Our Online Legal Service
Does the thought of spending time in a lawyer’s office give you the heebie-jeebies? Hey, we get it - it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. With our online legal service you can get advice and manage most or all of your matter online from the comfort of your own home.
Support During COVID-19
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