Rise Women's Legal Centre - Vancouver, British Columbia

L D.

Believe me that if I could give beyond 5 stars, I would. Rise provides such amazing services to people in need and are doing so much to support women. A big shoutout to their community legal clinic for all that they do. The team is so patient and kind, and you can see how hard they work to help you out. I was initially skeptical of what kind of help I would even receive and was intimidated by the thought of talking to a complete stranger about my personal troubles and trauma, but I'm glad that I took the leap of faith and reached out. I never felt rushed or talked down to throughout the entire process (which was something that I feared). Not only are they professional and competent -- you can tell that they're genuine about their work and make you feel like you matter, especially when you've exhausted all resources and feel like you're at the end of your rope. They helped me get back on my feet and I could not be more grateful. They listen, care, and offer feasible solutions. No idea what other reviewers are talking about though... Rise isn't legal aid and they told me that they don't recommend lawyers. For those who are considering about consulting Rise, do it! Thank you Rise!!!

Emily I.

Thank you for all of the support you provide to women! Everyone who works here is so friendly, kind and compassionate. Your valuable services are so appreciated.

I also really value that Rise is trans inclusive since it is vital that trans people have access to the support that you offer. I’m so grateful Rise exists!

rebecca R.

Rise is a wonderful, much needed service.
Without Rise there wouldn’t really be any support for women in family law here in BC. I really appreciate all the lawyers and advocates there, they really help so many women get through really tough situations! I love that they serve gender diverse people too. Thank you Rise!🕊️

S. M.

I cannot express enough how much Andrea and her team of on the rise Lawyers have meant to me! When I say I was vulnerable and broken I mean I was a mess but through Andrea’s guidance I was lead to Lucia Krajca of Linden Law. Lucia was not only an accomplished Lawyer, but humble and her bedside manner so to speak, was kind and wise. I almost needed to realize that her time was valuable and she was not my therapist! Lucia would gently remind me of that by guiding me to resources that were available for women in my position. Andrea, is a “Getter Done” no nonsense, breathe we got this kinda gal! I can only describe it has having the best well versed in matters of law or will guide you to the right place kind of gal pal EVERYONE needs in there life. I owe her hours of hugs and thanks. Fast forward Not only were we successful in everything I worked on with my Family Law Case as well as immigration matters i have PR and my children and I are in a healthier space. In the long run this team helped me get there! I remember at the beginning of working with Andrea and Lucia saying “this is my one shot, I have 3 kids whom I love dearly and I really ask that even though you might see many of these cases please put priority on my matter!” Andrea and Lucia from the bottom of my heart YOU DID JUST THAT, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

Susie W.

The advocates and lawyers at Rise are so wonderful, kind, and hardworking. They really go above and beyond! I know that so many women would fall through the broken family law system without them. So grateful to the staff at Rise for all they do. Thank you Rise!

Nina G.

If there was a box for a zero star I would apply . Today very quickly legal aid contacted the head woman that runs the society the main lead she had no problem with in mins taking my contract of course money is involved .rise helps woman with no income or pro bono them i told her my son is in danger of violence i need her to act quick she said i go at my own pace and if you dont like it find someone else .I share this info because it shows a diffrent additude of everything she stands for in her entry's. she has claimed to help woman with her talking about helping woman and children . she was very rude and bitter over other lawyers that are amazing as a professional you would not be jelly over others and not cut clients off .i. So glad I told her right away this ain't going to work I quickly hung up. she degrades people with her voice and tone she trys to over power you less then. highly do not recommend but if this your last option what choice do you have. so many articles she writes but 1 phone call not the same person but very not true very quick to take money from legal aid. im glad they stopped the contract because I want to choose my own lawyer perhaps that's what set her off that I like reading reviews before deciding it was true utter degrade as in other posts

Adriane K.

I have personally experienced the professionalism and careful work of the lawyers and advocates at Rise Women’s Centre. I have seen them support someone through a very complicated legal process with a trauma-informed lens. Highly recommend.

Jennifer O.

Worst legal advise and direction. Pushy and impolite. Really not listening just dictating. Spoke over me constantly like nothing I could say was relevant.
Summary: I felt sick like vomiting after speaking with them on the phone because it did not feel women supportive at all, it felt degretory. Its hard enough just reaching for some legal advise let alone feeling worse after. The best legal advise comes from lawyers who listen well and throughly comprehend the entire situation, otherwise it is a complete waste of time both ways.