Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Surrey, BC
Bradford Rathborne is a small, community-oriented law firm serving the South Surrey/White Rock and Langley areas of the Lower Mainland for over 25 years. Our goal has always been to provide clients with sound, cost-effective legal advice and services while balancing professionalism with a welcoming atmosphere. Our team lives in the communities we serve and works as a tightly-knit unit dedicated to assisting with all legal needs.We have gained the trust of multiple generations of clients and actively sponsor youth sports teams and local charitable causes. Our lawyers and support staff bring extensive experience in real estate, estate planning, estate administration, and business law. We pride ourselves on personalized service, with staff members consistently described as helpful, friendly, and going above and beyond to assist clients.
Services
Real Estate
Estate Planning
Estate Administration
Business Law
Corporate Law
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of legal experience in the South Surrey/White Rock community
- Our team provides personalized service with deep local market knowledge
- We maintain active involvement in community charitable causes and youth sports sponsorship
- Our lawyers combine extensive legal expertise with compassionate client guidance
- We deliver cost-effective solutions tailored to individual client needs
What people say
Very helpful and knowledgeable
Great to deal with
Really eased the burden
Quality, professional services
So fantastic to deal with
Services
Real Estate
We handle all aspects of real estate transactions including purchases, sales, title transfers, and refinancing. Our experienced team manages document preparation, coordinates with realtors and financial institutions, and ensures smooth property transfers. Clients benefit from our local expertise and personalized approach to property law matters.
Estate Planning
Our comprehensive estate planning services include wills, powers of attorney, living wills, and representation agreements. We help clients create tailored solutions for asset distribution, probate avoidance, and healthcare directives. Our compassionate approach ensures clients' wishes are clearly documented while minimizing future legal complications for beneficiaries.
Estate Administration
We provide compassionate guidance through the estate administration process, including probate applications, asset distribution, and tax compliance. Our experienced paralegal assists executors and administrators with legal requirements while offering support during difficult times. Services cover both testate and intestate estates with transparent communication throughout the process.
Business Law
We offer full-service business law support including company incorporation, contract drafting, and corporate reorganizations. Our services cover shareholder agreements, commercial mortgages, and business succession planning. With over 250 active corporate clients, we provide practical legal solutions tailored to small businesses and professional practices.
Corporate Services
Our corporate services include BC and federal company incorporation, corporate record maintenance, and structuring for tax efficiency. We assist with annual filings, share transactions, and governance documentation. Our team serves as registered office for over 250 companies, providing ongoing compliance support and strategic corporate advice.
People
Michael Rathborne
Lawyer
Practicing since 2011 with focus on real estate, wills, and corporate law. Former hospitality industry professional turned attorney. Emphasizes mediation over litigation. Active in local community development.
J. Dale Bradford
Retired Partner
Founded firm over 25 years ago. Served local community through legal practice and charitable involvement. Now enjoys retirement while maintaining connection to firm's legacy and clients.
Nicolette
Corporate/Commercial Secretary
Over 20 years legal experience, including 15+ years at international firm. Manages corporate records for 250+ companies. Provides expert support in corporate transactions and estate administration.
Chelan
Conveyancer
Specializes in real estate transactions with friendly, client-focused approach. Known for making complex processes accessible. Combines legal expertise with passion for client service.
Questions
What legal services do you specialize in?
We specialize in real estate transactions, estate planning, estate administration, business law, and corporate services with over 25 years of local experience.
How are you different from other law firms?
We combine professional expertise with personalized service, deep community roots, and a commitment to making legal processes accessible and client-friendly.
Do you handle out-of-town transactions?
Yes, we successfully assist clients in remote transactions through email and phone communication, as demonstrated by our Victoria-based client's positive experience.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept bank drafts or certified cheques for real estate transactions. Specific payment requirements are discussed during transaction preparation.
How do you handle estate matters?
We provide compassionate guidance through probate, asset distribution, and tax compliance with experienced paralegal support and transparent communication throughout the process.
Are your fees reasonable?
Clients consistently praise our fair fee structure and value for money, with transparent pricing provided through advance quotes for specific transactions.
Reviews (2)
Gary McGratten
Feb 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Mike is one of the best in the business, always on his game with expert knowledge of the real estate business, Chelan in his conveyance department is VERY good at what she does, very helpful and
always on top of the situation, highly recommended!!
Mike is one of the best in the business, always on his game with expert knowledge of the real estate business, Chelan in his conveyance department is VERY good at what she does, very helpful and
always on top of the situation, highly recommended!!
Amy Dewaele
Jan 02, 2020
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Great law firm and wonderful staff! I refer many of my clients to them for real estate conveyance and they always take fantastic care of them and go the extra mile. Cannot recommend them enough!
