Vahan A. Ishkanian, Workers Comp Attorney in the United States

Vahan concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Vahan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Workers Comp

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Vahan's primary office is at 1100 - 1200 73rd Ave., Vancouver, BC, V6P 6G5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Vahan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Vahan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Vahan for a workers comp case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Vahan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Vahan offer a free consultation?

  Vahan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Vahan's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Vahan's current terms during booking.

• How long do workers comp cases in this state typically take?

  Simple workers comp 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. Vahan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Vahan take my case if I'm outside the area?

  Vahan evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Vahan'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 Vahan?

  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. Vahan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Vahan accepting new workers comp clients right now?

  Vahan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.