Business Details
Trusted Criminal & Driving Law Defense in BC
Filkow Law is a highly respected criminal law firm with over two decades of experience in British Columbia. Our team of seasoned attorneys specializes in sexual assault cases, drug and money offences, and driving prohibition cases, with offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Abbotsford, Richmond, Kelowna, and Penticton. We combine deep legal expertise with a strategic approach to achieve exceptional results for clients, maintaining strong relationships with courts, prosecutors, and legal professionals across the province.Our lawyers bring extensive courtroom experience and a commitment to personalized client service, often resolving cases before they reach trial. With a focus on accessibility and client advocacy, we provide dedicated representation tailored to each case's unique circumstances.
Services
Criminal Law
Sexual Offences
Criminal Driving
Assault Offences
Driving Law
Driving While Prohibited
Licence Prohibitions
Immediate Roadside Prohibitions
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in criminal law defense.
- Our team includes former Crown prosecutors with insider knowledge.
- We maintain strong relationships with BC courts and legal professionals.
- We offer strategic case management before charges are filed.
- Our lawyers are recognized for courtroom excellence and negotiation skills.
What people say
Exceptional results
Professional and prompt service
Highly recommend
Skilled advocacy
Client-focused approach
Services
Criminal Law
Filkow Law provides comprehensive criminal law representation for charges ranging from assault to drug offences. Our team leverages decades of courtroom experience and insider knowledge from former Crown prosecutors to develop tailored defense strategies. Clients benefit from our proactive approach that often resolves cases before trial through strategic negotiations with prosecutors.
Sexual Offences
Our specialized sexual assault defense practice combines legal expertise with sensitive case handling. The firm's attorneys have extensive experience challenging evidence and navigating complex legal standards in these high-stakes cases. We prioritize client confidentiality while developing robust defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances.
Driving Law
Filkow Law's driving law practice focuses on defending impaired driving charges and license prohibitions. Our team has handled hundreds of roadside prohibition cases, using their deep understanding of BC's driving regulations to challenge evidence and negotiate favorable outcomes. We help clients avoid license suspensions and minimize legal consequences.
Assault Offences
The firm's assault defense practice addresses domestic violence charges and other violent crime allegations. Our attorneys investigate witness credibility, challenge evidence collection methods, and develop defense strategies that consider both legal and personal implications for clients. We maintain strong relationships with forensic experts to support case defenses.
Driving While Prohibited
Filkow Law specializes in defending driving while prohibited charges that carry severe penalties including extended license suspensions and potential jail time. Our team challenges the validity of underlying prohibitions and explores alternative sentencing options. We work to protect clients' driving privileges while addressing the root causes of their legal issues.
People
Kevin A. Filkow
Founder
With over 25 years of experience, Kevin Filkow is a respected trial lawyer and former Crown prosecutor. He founded Filkow Law after being mentored by Canada's leading criminal lawyers and now leads the firm's strategic case management approach.
Anthony Robinson
Criminal Defense Lawyer
Anthony Robinson brings 15+ years of criminal law experience, including jury trials and appeals. He specializes in assault cases and complex criminal defense strategies, having previously worked with the Legal Services Society on criminal legal aid cases.
Michael Scott
Driving Law Specialist
Michael Scott focuses on traffic violations and driving prohibitions. He has successfully resolved hundreds of cases involving license suspensions and traffic tickets, combining legal expertise with practical solutions for clients.
Paula Cooper
Criminal Law Attorney
Paula Cooper specializes in criminal law and driving offences, bringing recent law school graduate perspective combined with practical experience from her criminology background and community legal service work.
West Pryde
Associate Lawyer
West Pryde handles criminal law, driving cases, and civil forfeiture matters. His experience includes working with the UBC Innocence Project and providing legal advice through community programs, bringing a balanced perspective to case defense.
Questions
What areas of law does Filkow Law specialize in?
Filkow Law focuses on criminal law, sexual assault cases, driving prohibitions, and assault offences across British Columbia.
How does Filkow Law handle driving prohibition cases?
Our team challenges evidence validity and negotiates with prosecutors to minimize penalties, often resolving cases before trial through strategic legal interventions.
What makes Filkow Law different from other criminal defense firms?
We combine former Crown prosecutor insights with decades of courtroom experience and maintain strong relationships with BC legal professionals to develop effective defense strategies.
Do you offer consultations for urgent legal matters?
Yes, we provide immediate legal assistance through phone consultations and document reviews via text messaging for urgent cases.
What locations does Filkow Law serve?
We serve clients across British Columbia with offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Abbotsford, Richmond, Kelowna, and Penticton.
Reviews (7)
A.
Dec 27, 2021
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I am writing to my great appreciation for the work Ermina Talic did for me, It was a very difficult and stressful time for me early this year when I facing an unexpected matter in my life. When I reached out to Ermina at the first time thruogh the telephone, She spend two hours to respond all my questions and took all of the information. After meeting with Ermina in person on the other day in her office, I felt assured that she will take care of me and everything will be going well. Throughout the whole process, she always keeps me updated and always answers my calls and emails. She was very
Mif S.
Jun 09, 2021
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I will never ever deal with them again, we agreed on a price for them to fight my case and then towards the end they asked for another $7.5000 on top of the $10.000 I paid because they did more work than they anticipate, please stay away from them
Kazuki Prevoo
Mar 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Ermina Talic from Filklow Law (SW Marine Drive)
was one of professional lawyers that Ive hired as a defence lawyer. Ive was able to put my trust in her and able to communicate fully without hesitation. I was very satisfied with the work and task she was shown.
Ermina Talic from Filklow Law (SW Marine Drive)
was one of professional lawyers that Ive hired as a defence lawyer. Ive was able to put my trust in her and able to communicate fully without hesitation. I was very satisfied with the work and task she was shown.
Satvir
Jan 27, 2021
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I just wanted to post saying how good of an experience I had with Mike Scott and Paula, they were amazing. They won my traffic dispute even when I thought It wasn't possible, they are amazing. I only will go to them and will refer all my friends here. I suggest everyone to go to them from now on. They did the impossible!! Thank you Mike and Paula!!! You guys are an amazing team. Same with the reception team, they always answered and returned my calls in a timely manner, and got everything done! Thank you guys! I could not ask for a better team to help me out, they are amazing beyond words!!!!!
Ashley Blyth
Jan 11, 2021
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I could not recommend the lawyers at Filkow Law enough! The entire team is highly professional and knowledgeable. They answered all of my questions honestly and were always quick to respond. I always knew what to expect. They were upfront and honest about their fees and they stuck to their word. As with anything, there are no guarantees but I felt as though they worked hard for me and did everything they could to get me the best possible result. I am very satisfied with the service that I received and would not hesitate to refer my friends and family to Filkow Law for assistance.
Melissa K.
Oct 23, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Everyone at Filkow Law were very kind and compassionate. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. Mr.Robinson was very understanding and did his best to help us in a tough situation.
Everyone at Filkow Law were very kind and compassionate. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. Mr.Robinson was very understanding and did his best to help us in a tough situation.
Jullianne Z.
Sep 25, 2020
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I was involved in a criminal case and was there asking for help. Filkow was my first lawyer to meet with. I was charged 560 dollars for 20 minutes consultation. Recently, Filkow filed a complaint to Yelp "Jullianne says she spent 20 minutes and was charged. This is false. She spent close to 90 minutes in our office. She says the first consultation is free. That is false as well." Here is what happened. When I arrived, I waited for 20 mins. After I came in, I talked about my situation in 5 mins and there was 2 lawyers, 1 female & 1 male giving my advice. The advice was not to be charged
