Denise Duifhuis — Licensed Attorney
Over 36 years of legal practice
Director, Corporate ServicesatStikeman Elliott LLP
Practicing law since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Denise Duifhuis is a director, corporate services based in Vancouver, BC. Denise has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stikeman Elliott LLP.
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- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Denise Duifhuis: Denise Duifhuis is a director, corporate services based in Vancouver, BC. Denise has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stikeman Elliott LLP.
Biography
About Denise Duifhuis — Over 36 years of the U.S. legal experience
Denise Duifhuis is a director, corporate services based in Vancouver, BC. Denise has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stikeman Elliott LLP.
Denise Duifhuis is a lawyer. Denise received a B.A. degree from University of British Columbia in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years. Denise practices at Stikeman Elliott LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Who Denise represents
Denise reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in the United States.
Credentials
Denise Duifhuis's legal education and bar admissions
University of Western Ontario
LL.B. · 1989
University of British Columbia
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Denise's state bar admissions
British Columbia
1990 · ACTIVE
Denise studied at LL.B. in University of Western Ontario and B.A. in University of British Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Denise completed LL.B. in University of Western Ontario and B.A. in University of British Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Denise runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Denise Duifhuis's office in Vancouver
Denise's primary office is at 666 Burrard Street, Suite 1700, Vancouver, BC, V6C 2X8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Stikeman Elliott LLP
666 Burrard Street, Suite 1700
Vancouver, BC V6C 2X8
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How to hire Denise Duifhuis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Denise usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Denise charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Denise'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; Denise will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Denise
Denise discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Denise confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Denise's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Denise Duifhuis
How much does it cost to hire Denise for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Denise walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Denise offer a free consultation?
Denise charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Denise's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Denise's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in this state typically take?
Simple legal 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. Denise gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Denise take my case if I'm outside the area?
Denise evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Denise'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 Denise?
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. Denise will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Denise accepting new legal clients right now?
Denise's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.