Terence W. T. Yu, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Employment, and Family Law · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatOwen Bird Law Corporation
Practicing adr since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Terence W. T. Yu is a shareholder based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Family Law. Terence has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Owen Bird Law Corporation. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- ADR · Employment · Family Law
- Handles ADR, Employment, and Family Law matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Terence W. T. Yu: Terence W. T. Yu is a shareholder based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Family Law. Terence has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Owen Bird Law Corporation. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Terence takes on
Terence concentrates on adr, employment, family law, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Terence handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Employment
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Family Law
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases nationwide
Terence 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 Terence agrees to represent you.
Employment cases nationwide
Terence takes employment 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 Terence agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases nationwide
Terence takes family law 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 Terence agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Terence 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 Terence agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases nationwide
Terence takes personal injury 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 Terence agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Terence W. T. Yu — adr lawyer in the U.S.
Terence W. T. Yu is a shareholder based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Family Law. Terence has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Owen Bird Law Corporation. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Terence W. T. Yu is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, construction disputes, employment & labour and 3 other areas of law. Terence W. T. received a Bachelor of Science degree from University of British Columbia in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years. Terence W. T. practices at Owen Bird Law Corporation in Vancouver, BC.
Terence's approach to adr cases
Terence W. T. Yu is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, construction disputes, employment & labour and 3 other areas of law. Terence W. T. received a Bachelor of Science degree from University of British Columbia in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years. Terence W. T. practices at Owen Bird Law Corporation in Vancouver, BC.
The kind of cases Terence takes
Terence reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, employment, and family law matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Windsor
LL.B · 1993
University of British Columbia
Bachelor · 1989
Jurisdictions
Terence's state bar admissions
British Columbia
1994 · ACTIVE
Terence studied at LL.B in University of Windsor and Bachelor in University of British Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Terence completed LL.B in University of Windsor and Bachelor in University of British Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Terence runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Terence's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Membership •Member, Canadian Bar Association •Member, British Columbia Bar Association
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Locations
Terence W. T. Yu's office in Vancouver
Terence's primary office is at Three Bentall Centre, 2900-595 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, V7X 1J5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Owen Bird Law Corporation
Three Bentall Centre, 2900-595 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V7X 1J5
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Client reviews of Terence W. T. Yu — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Terence. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in your area.
4.8
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How to hire Terence W. T. Yu — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Terence usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Terence charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Terence'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; Terence 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 Terence
Terence 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. Terence confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Terence'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 Terence W. T. Yu
How much does it cost to hire Terence for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Terence walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Terence offer a free consultation?
Terence charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Terence's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Terence'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. Terence gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Terence take my case if I'm outside the area?
Terence evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Terence'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 Terence?
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. Terence will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Terence accepting new adr clients right now?
Terence's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.