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Stephanie J. Daniels is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Probate. Stephanie has over 22 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Probate
- Handles Business, General, and Probate matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Stephanie J. Daniels: Stephanie J. Daniels is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Probate. Stephanie has over 22 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Stephanie takes on
Stephanie concentrates on business, general, probate, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephanie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases nationwide
Stephanie 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Stephanie 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.
Probate cases nationwide
Stephanie takes probate 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.
Tax cases nationwide
Stephanie takes tax 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases nationwide
Stephanie takes trusts 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 Stephanie agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Stephanie J. Daniels — business lawyer in the U.S.
Stephanie J. Daniels is a partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Probate. Stephanie has over 22 years of legal experience.
Stephanie is a tax and estate planning lawyer in the Tax and Private Wealth Group at Farris. Since her call to the bar in 2004, Stephanie has practised in the areas of taxation, wealth management, and trust and estate planning. Stephanie creates tax-effective estate plans and corporate structures for families and high-net-worth individuals, including wills, estate freezes, all types of trusts and corporate reorganizations. She also assists not-for-profit and charitable organizations in respect of tax matters. Stephanie frequently works in collaboration with accountants, financial advisors, litigators and family law lawyers and has experience in cross-border planning.
Stephanie is a frequent presenter and author, a member of the Canadian Tax Foundation, the Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners, and the Canadian Bar Association’s Tax, Wills & Trusts (former Chair) and Charities & Not-For-Profits Sections, and a past director of the Association of Women in Finance. She has completed Parts I and II of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada In-depth Tax Course and the Minerva Foundation of British Columbia’s Women Leading the Way course. Stephanie has been selected by her peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada in the areas of Tax Law and Trusts & Estates.
Year of Call
2004
Legal Recognition
•Lexpert Leading Lawyers in Canada (2026)
•The Best Lawyers in Canada (2026)
Pro Bono and Community Work
•Co-Chair, Forum for Senior Estates & Trusts Practitioners - 2nd Generation
•Former Chair, CBA Wills & Trusts Section
•Editorial Board Member and Chapter Co-Author, Continuing Legal Education of BC “Wealth Preservation Manual”
•Frequent author and speaker for Canadian Tax Foundation, Continuing Legal Education of BC, Pacific Business & Law Institute
In the News
Recognition
61 Farris Lawyers Recognized in the 2026 Best Lawyers in Canada Directory
September 4, 2025
Recognition
28 Farris Lawyers Named in the 2025 Lexpert Directory
March 11, 2025
Recognition
61 Farris Lawyers Recognized in the 2025 Best Lawyers in Canada Directory
August 29, 2024
How Stephanie handles business matters
Stephanie is a tax and estate planning lawyer in the Tax and Private Wealth Group at Farris. Since her call to the bar in 2004, Stephanie has practised in the areas of taxation, wealth management, and trust and estate planning. Stephanie creates tax-effective estate plans and corporate structures for families and high-net-worth individuals, including wills, estate freezes, all types of trusts and…
The kind of cases Stephanie takes
Stephanie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and probate matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of British Columbia
LL.B. · 2003
University of British Columbia
B.A. Eng. · 2003
Jurisdictions
Stephanie's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2004 · ACTIVE
Stephanie studied at LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A. Eng. in University of British Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Stephanie completed LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A. Eng. in University of British Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephanie runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Stephanie's professional memberships and bar associations
Affiliations •Member of the Law Society of British Columbia •Member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners •Member of the Canadian Tax Foundation
membership
Locations
Stephanie J. Daniels's office in Vancouver
Stephanie's primary office is at Pacific Centre South, 25th Floor, 700 W Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V7Y 1B3. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Pacific Centre South, 25th Floor, 700 W Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC V7Y 1B3
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How to hire Stephanie J. Daniels — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephanie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephanie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephanie'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; Stephanie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Stephanie
Stephanie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Stephanie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephanie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stephanie J. Daniels
How much does it cost to hire Stephanie for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephanie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephanie offer a free consultation?
Stephanie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephanie's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Stephanie's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business 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. Stephanie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephanie take my case if I'm outside the area?
Stephanie evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Stephanie'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 Stephanie?
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. Stephanie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephanie accepting new business clients right now?
Stephanie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.