Linley Welwood LLP is a Fraser Valley law firm formed on May 1, 2010 through the merger of two established practices, Linley Duignan and Welwood Wiens Warkentin. The firm maintains a multidisciplinary practice focused on business and real estate law, construction matters, insurance litigation, wills, estates and trusts, as well as family law, bringing decades of local experience to clients across Abbotsford and the surrounding communities.

The firm is known for a client-focused service model that emphasizes clear communication, practical guidance, and timely responsiveness. Lawyers work in collaborative teams to tailor strategies to each client, minimize disruption, and pursue efficient resolutions whether through negotiation, mediation or court proceedings when required.

Founding partners include Mark Warkentin, Tony Sandhu and David Letkemann, and the firm continues to build on their legacy by delivering strong advocacy in civil litigation, corporate and commercial matters, real estate transactions and estate planning, while maintaining close ties to the Abbotsford community.

About Linley Welwood LLP

Founded in 2010


Practice areas
Family
Employment & Labor
Real Estate
Insurance
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Family

Linley Welwood LLP offers comprehensive family law services including divorce, child custody and access, support, and property division; the team emphasizes practical settlement options and thoughtful negotiation, while providing skilled litigation advocacy when necessary to protect clients' interests.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Employment & Labor

The firm advises both employers and employees on wrongful dismissal, employment contracts, severance negotiations, workplace policies, and HR compliance; clients benefit from clear strategic guidance, thorough documentation, and representation in mediation or court when disputes arise.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Real Estate

The real estate practice handles residential and commercial transactions, title reviews, financing, leasing and development matters; the lawyers guide clients through complex regulatory requirements to ensure timely closings and minimize risk.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Insurance

The insurance practice counsels on coverage disputes including claim denials and bad faith cases; the team analyzes policy language, negotiates with insurers, and pursues litigation when necessary to secure coverage for insured parties.
Bad Faith Insurance
Health insurance
Insurance Defense
Insurance Fraud
Life Insurance
Marine Insurance
Property Insurance
Reinsurance

Lawsuits & Disputes

Lawsuits and disputes covers civil litigation across commercial, construction, contract and real estate matters; the firm conducts early case assessment, develops strategic plans, and advocates aggressively in court or through alternative dispute resolution to obtain favorable outcomes.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

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