Bruce J. Harwood, Citizenship Attorney in the United States

Bruce concentrates on citizenship, immigration, and international. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bruce handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Citizenship

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• Immigration

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• International

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Bruce's primary office is at 700 - 595 Burrard St., Vancouver, BC, V7X 1S8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Bruce for a citizenship case?

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

• Does Bruce offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do citizenship cases in this state typically take?

  Simple citizenship 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. Bruce gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

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

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

• Is Bruce accepting new citizenship clients right now?

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