Herman Van Ommen Q.C., ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Franchise · 4.5/5 rating from 34 verified client reviews
Managing Partner, BC Region, PartneratMcCarthy Tétrault LLP
Practicing adr since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 34 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Herman Van Ommen Q.C. is a managing partner, bc region, partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Franchise. Herman has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 34 client reviews.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Franchise
- Handles ADR, Business, and Franchise matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Herman Van Ommen Q.C.: Herman Van Ommen Q.C. is a managing partner, bc region, partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Franchise. Herman has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 34 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Herman Van Ommen Q.C.
Herman concentrates on adr, business, franchise, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Herman handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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ADR cases nationwide
Herman 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 Herman agrees to represent you.
Business cases nationwide
Herman 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 Herman agrees to represent you.
Franchise cases nationwide
Herman takes franchise 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 Herman agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Herman 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 Herman agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Herman takes litigation 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 Herman agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Herman Van Ommen Q.C. — Over 41 years of the U.S. adr experience
Herman Van Ommen Q.C. is a managing partner, bc region, partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Franchise. Herman has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 34 client reviews.
Herman Van Ommen, Q.C. is a lawyer practicing arbitration, corporate commercial litigation, franchise dispute litigation and 3 other areas of law. Herman has been licensed for 41 years. Herman practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Working with Herman on a adr matter
Herman Van Ommen, Q.C. is a lawyer practicing arbitration, corporate commercial litigation, franchise dispute litigation and 3 other areas of law. Herman has been licensed for 41 years. Herman practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Clients Herman works with
Herman reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and franchise matters in the United States.
Credentials
Herman Van Ommen Q.C.'s legal education and bar admissions
University of Victoria
LL.B. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Herman's state bar admissions
British Columbia
1985 · ACTIVE
Herman studied at LL.B. in University of Victoria.
Law school and academic background
Herman completed LL.B. in University of Victoria. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Herman runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Herman Van Ommen Q.C.
Herman has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Herman's professional memberships and bar associations
Law Society of British Columbia
membership
Locations
Herman Van Ommen Q.C.'s office in Vancouver
Herman's primary office is at P.O. Box 10424, Pacific Centre, 777 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 1300, Vancouver, BC, V7Y 1K2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
P.O. Box 10424, Pacific Centre, 777 Dunsmuir Street, Suite 1300
Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K2
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Client reviews of Herman Van Ommen Q.C. — 4.5/5 rating from 34 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Herman. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
4.5
34 client reviews
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How to hire Herman Van Ommen Q.C. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Herman usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Herman charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Herman'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; Herman 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 Herman
Herman 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. Herman confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Herman'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 Herman Van Ommen Q.C.
How much does it cost to hire Herman for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Herman walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Herman offer a free consultation?
Herman charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Herman's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Herman'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. Herman gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Herman take my case if I'm outside the area?
Herman evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Herman'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 Herman?
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. Herman will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Herman accepting new adr clients right now?
Herman's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.