Rick Williams, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Appellate, and Energy · 4.5/5 rating from 19 verified client reviews
Partner
Practicing adr since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 4.5 ★
- 19 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Quick answer
Rick Williams is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Energy. Rick has over 26 years of legal experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- ADR · Appellate · Energy
- Handles ADR, Appellate, and Energy matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Rick Williams: Rick Williams is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Energy. Rick has over 26 years of legal experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Rick takes on
Rick concentrates on adr, appellate, energy, environmental, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rick handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Appellate
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Energy
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Environmental
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General
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ADR cases nationwide
Rick 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Appellate cases nationwide
Rick takes appellate 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Energy cases nationwide
Rick takes energy 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases nationwide
Rick takes environmental 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Rick 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 Rick agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Rick Williams — adr lawyer in the U.S.
Rick Williams is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Appellate, and Energy. Rick has over 26 years of legal experience. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 19 client reviews.
Rick Williams is a lawyer practicing regulatory and project approval litigation and arbitration, litigation and arbitration, environmental law and 6 other areas of law. Rick received a B.A. degree from University of Ottawa in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years. Rick practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Working with Rick on a adr matter
Rick Williams is a lawyer practicing regulatory and project approval litigation and arbitration, litigation and arbitration, environmental law and 6 other areas of law. Rick received a B.A. degree from University of Ottawa in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years. Rick practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Who Rick represents
Rick reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, appellate, and energy matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Victoria
LL.B. · 1999
University of Ottawa
B.A. · 1995
Jurisdictions
Rick's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2000 · ACTIVE
Rick studied at LL.B. in University of Victoria and B.A. in University of Ottawa.
Law school and academic background
Rick completed LL.B. in University of Victoria and B.A. in University of Ottawa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rick runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Rick has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Rick Williams's office in Vancouver
Rick's primary office is at 1200 Waterfront Centre, 200 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, V7X 1T2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Rick Williams — 4.5/5 rating from 19 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Rick. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
4.5
19 client reviews
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How to hire Rick Williams — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rick usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rick charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rick'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; Rick 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 Rick
Rick 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. Rick confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rick'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 Rick Williams
How much does it cost to hire Rick for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rick walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rick offer a free consultation?
Rick charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rick's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Rick'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. Rick gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rick take my case if I'm outside the area?
Rick evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Rick'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 Rick?
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. Rick will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rick accepting new adr clients right now?
Rick's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.