Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med., ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Employment · 3.8/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Associate CounselatSingleton Reynolds Urquhart Vogel LLP
Practicing adr since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 3.8 ★
- 4 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med. is an associate counsel based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. Barbara has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Singleton Reynolds Urquhart Vogel LLP. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Employment
- Handles ADR, Business, and Employment matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med.: Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med. is an associate counsel based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. Barbara has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Singleton Reynolds Urquhart Vogel LLP. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Barbara's practice areas in the U.S.
Barbara concentrates on adr, business, employment, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Barbara handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Employment
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ADR cases nationwide
Barbara takes adr 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Barbara 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.
Employment cases nationwide
Barbara takes employment 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Barbara 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Barbara takes insurance 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 Barbara agrees to represent you.
Biography
Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med., adr attorney serving the U.S.
Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med. is an associate counsel based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. Barbara has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Singleton Reynolds Urquhart Vogel LLP. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 4 client reviews. Barbara works from the U.S. and takes on adr matters across the region.
Barbara Cornish, C.Arb., C.Med. is a lawyer practicing business law, construction, insurance and 4 other areas of law. Barbara received a B.A. degree from University of Alberta in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Barbara practices at Singleton Reynolds Urquhart Vogel LLP in Vancouver, BC.
How Barbara handles adr matters
Barbara Cornish, C.Arb., C.Med. is a lawyer practicing business law, construction, insurance and 4 other areas of law. Barbara received a B.A. degree from University of Alberta in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Barbara practices at Singleton Reynolds Urquhart Vogel LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Who Barbara represents
Barbara reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and employment matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Barbara studied and practices
University of Alberta
B.A. Psychology · 1985
Jurisdictions
Barbara's state bar admissions
British Columbia
1990 · ACTIVE
BC Court of Appeal,
1989 · ACTIVE
Barbara studied at B.A. Psychology in University of Alberta.
Law school and academic background
Barbara completed B.A. Psychology in University of Alberta. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Barbara runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Barbara's legal honors and published work
Barbara has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Barbara's professional memberships and bar associations
of the International Academy of Mediators. From 2011 to 2014, she was included in Best Lawyers in Canada in the practice area of ADR and, in 2014, was named Mediation Lawyer of the Year by The Lawyer Monthly publication. Ms. Cornish has a broad range of c
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and ◾Employers, contractors, and employees involved in employment, WCB, OHS, privacy and discrimination disputes. Ms. Cornish is also an adjunct professor at UBC, the supervising lawyer of the BC Human Rights Clinic, and a frequent lecturer on topics rela
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Locations
Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med.'s office in Vancouver
Barbara's primary office is at 925 West Georgia Street, Ste. 1200, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3L2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Singleton Reynolds Urquhart Vogel LLP
925 West Georgia Street, Ste. 1200
Vancouver, BC V6C 3L2
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Client reviews of Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med. — 3.8/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Barbara. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
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How to hire Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Barbara usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Barbara charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Barbara'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; Barbara will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Barbara
Barbara discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Barbara confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Barbara's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Barbara Cornish, C.Arb. C.Med.
How much does it cost to hire Barbara for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Barbara walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Barbara offer a free consultation?
Barbara charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Barbara's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Barbara's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in this state typically take?
Simple adr 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. Barbara gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Barbara take my case if I'm outside the area?
Barbara evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Barbara'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 Barbara?
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. Barbara will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Barbara accepting new adr clients right now?
Barbara's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.