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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Burnaby, BC
Deer Lake Law Group is a full-service law firm based in Burnaby, British Columbia, dedicated to transforming legal challenges into successful solutions for individuals and businesses. With expertise in family law, immigration, business law, civil litigation, estate planning, and residential conveyancing, our team of experienced legal professionals prioritizes client needs through personalized guidance and strategic advocacy. We serve diverse clients including individuals, corporations, government agencies, and not-for-profit entities, offering tailored advice to navigate complex legal matters. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of securing favorable outcomes, such as protecting client assets and facilitating immigration pathways. We combine deep legal knowledge with compassionate representation, ensuring clients feel supported throughout their legal journey. Our practice emphasizes transparency, integrity, and proactive communication, fostering long-term trust with clients.By staying current with evolving legal frameworks, we provide forward-thinking solutions that address both immediate concerns and future implications. Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to handle interconnected legal issues efficiently, minimizing client stress. We pride ourselves on delivering accessible legal services through in-person and virtual consultations, ensuring flexibility for our clients. With a focus on community engagement, we recognize the traditional territories of Indigenous peoples where we operate. Through continuous professional development, our team maintains high standards of legal expertise while upholding ethical practices. Our mission remains centered on achieving meaningful, client-focused results that align with individual goals and circumstances.
Services
Family Law
Immigration
Business Law
Estate Planning
Civil Litigation
Residential Conveyancing
Notarization Services
Record Suspension Applications
Driving Offenses Defense
Estate Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized legal expertise across multiple practice areas including immigration and family law
- Our team provides personalized advocacy tailored to individual client circumstances
- We maintain a proven track record of successful case outcomes for diverse clients
- Our multidisciplinary approach handles interconnected legal matters efficiently
- We combine legal knowledge with compassionate representation throughout the process
What people say
Peaceful outcome
Knowledgeable and compassionate
Efficiently handled
Successfully kept homes
Amazing service
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice helps clients navigate relationship transitions with compassionate guidance. We specialize in premarital agreements, uncontested divorces, and living separate arrangements. Our lawyers prioritize peaceful resolutions while protecting client interests in property division, child custody, and support matters. With a focus on minimizing emotional stress, we provide clear legal advice tailored to each family's unique circumstances.
Immigration
We assist clients with comprehensive immigration solutions for permanent and temporary residency in Canada. Our services cover refugee claims, citizenship applications, and work/study permits. We represent clients in immigration appeals and judicial reviews, addressing deportation defense and humanitarian cases. Our team ensures compliance with evolving immigration regulations while advocating for clients' rights throughout the process.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients secure their legacy through wills, trusts, and probate processes. We provide strategic guidance on asset distribution, power of attorney, and healthcare directives. The practice includes probate applications and estate litigation support. Our approach balances legal requirements with personalized considerations for family dynamics and financial goals.
Business Law
We offer legal counsel to businesses of all sizes, from startups to established corporations. Our services include corporate formation, contract drafting, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. We represent clients in business transactions, partnership agreements, and governance matters. Our practice extends to advising government agencies and not-for-profit organizations on legal frameworks and operational requirements.
Residential Conveyancing
Our conveyancing services facilitate smooth real estate transactions for home buyers and sellers. We handle title transfers, mortgage registrations, and contract reviews while ensuring compliance with provincial regulations. The practice includes addressing title issues and providing closing cost estimates. Our goal is to protect clients' interests throughout the property transaction process.
People
Antonio Simoes
Founder
Antonio Simoes established Deer Lake Law Group with a vision for accessible, client-focused legal representation. His practice spans multiple legal disciplines, emphasizing strategic problem-solving and ethical advocacy. He mentors associates while maintaining active client caseloads.
Jenny Zhao
Associate Lawyer
Jenny Zhao specializes in immigration law and family legal matters. She combines technical expertise with cultural sensitivity to serve diverse clients. Her practice focuses on refugee claims and cross-border family arrangements.
Fatima N. Qamar
Associate Lawyer
Fatima N. Qamar handles estate planning and civil litigation cases. She assists clients with will creation, probate processes, and dispute resolution. Her approach emphasizes clear communication and practical legal solutions.
Timothy Affoo
Associate Lawyer
Timothy Affoo specializes in business law and residential conveyancing. He advises corporations on regulatory compliance while assisting individuals with property transactions. His practice bridges corporate and real estate legal matters.
Manbir Mattu
Associate Lawyer
Manbir Mattu focuses on criminal law and driving offenses defense. He represents clients in record suspension applications and traffic-related legal proceedings. His advocacy emphasizes procedural fairness and client rights protection.
Questions
What legal services does Deer Lake Law Group offer?
We provide family law, immigration, business law, estate planning, residential conveyancing, criminal law, and civil litigation services in Burnaby, BC.
How can I schedule a legal consultation?
Book online through our payment portal, call us at 604-430-2345, or visit our Burnaby office at 4946 Canada Way Suite 126.
Do you handle immigration cases across Canada?
While based in Burnaby, we assist clients nationwide with immigration matters including permanent residency, refugee claims, and work permits.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard (with 2.5% fee), cash, cheques, bank drafts, and e-transfers. Contact us for payment details.
How long do legal processes typically take?
Timelines vary by case complexity. Our team provides estimated timelines during initial consultations while working efficiently to resolve matters promptly.
Reviews (7)
Dave Vidal
Oct 19, 2021
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Very unethical business. Without providing any legal advice or consultation, they charged me for a consultation $252, even though was their lawyer who told that she didn't have the time to take over my case. I even told them that I didn't want to be charge for a consultation that didn't happen because it was the lawyer who said she wasn't able to take over my case because she didn't have time until 2 months later. I needed to have the case moving in the next few days. They ended up charging me for a "legal consultation" that never happen. Be careful with this firm, they take your money unethically
Sean Grabowski
Oct 09, 2021
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I spoke with Antonio for some advice and legal support and he was really incredibly helpful and down to earth. He provided me with very in depth information and help and I would recommend working with him and his team if you are looking for some good legal advice from someone who will genuinely look out for your best interests.
Dc Q.
Sep 20, 2021
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I feel that the lawyer who helped me speak plainly for my welfare. She communicated well what I needed to achieve and provided me with guidance. The response time from staff was great, that really helped to easy my anxiety. I appreciate it.
Lori Girard
Jun 27, 2021
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I am consistently sending referrals to Lana and Antonio, as my experience with them over 10 years ago was very positive, despite the grief of a crumbling marriage. They were so professional, yet personal as they helped me with a mediation/divorce situation. I felt advocated for and respected as they efficiently handled my case. I was very pleased with the outcome.
Adam Rabeda
Jun 19, 2021
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I have been a client of Deer Lake Law for over ten years now and I couldn't be happier with their services. They have helped me through my divorce, personal injury and many real estate matters over the years.
Antonio and his staff are very patient with me, always answered my questions and gave me objective counsel I knew I could trust. Antonios hard work and diligence resulted in a many Favourable outcomes.
Antonio and his staff are very patient with me, always answered my questions and gave me objective counsel I knew I could trust. Antonios hard work and diligence resulted in a many Favourable outcomes.
Jan Xue
May 15, 2021
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I was very happy with the service. Their lawyer Fatima Qamar assisted me in two residential tenancy board (RTB) arbitrations and helped me win both times, I would highly recommend this lawyer. These tend to be stressful situations when it, unfortunately, comes to it. Fatima acted as a grounding point, helping assuage my worries both leading up to and at the hearings. To provide some specifics of why I would recommend Fatima: they responded quickly (responding either within 2 - 3 hours and when this was not possible within two business days). Fatima was able to quickly clarified all my questions
Lacrosse Mom
May 11, 2021
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I had the pleasure of connecting with Antonio ( senior partner) regarding a complex legal issue pertaining to a senior. Antonio took the time to clearly explain the law to me ( which is all I really expected) but then explained another and completely HUMAN element to my query. I have NEVER had an attorney open my mind to considering all elements and synergies of a case. He was kind, and I could sense his compassion and care for our seniors. He shared a story with me about his own mother and he spoke about the important role of long term care facility provider. He was extremely polite and
