65/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 160 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Divorce And Family Lawyers in New Westminster, BC: 2026 rankings
231 divorce and family lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in New Westminster: Deer Lake Law Group, LFR Score 65/100; 4.3★ from 160 Google reviews.
- 4
Open 24 hours (per Google): Ng Sidhu Law | Personal Injury, Family Law, Wills & Estates & Criminal Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 231.
- 20
Most-reviewed: Resolutions Law Corporation, 397 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 231 ranked; ranked #20.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
231 New Westminster divorce and family lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 21 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 231 rated law firms.
Top 10 divorce and family lawyers in New Westminster at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deer Lake Law Group | 65 | 4.3★ (160) | Burnaby, 6 km away | — | Top score |
| 2 | Nasser Allan LLP Vancouver Divorce Lawyers | 64 | 4.6★ (94) | Vancouver, 17 km away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | YLaw | 64 | 4.8★ (336) | Vancouver, 17 km away | — | — |
| 4 | Ng Sidhu Law | Personal Injury, Family Law, Wills & Estates & Criminal Law | 64 | 4.7★ (185) | Surrey, 6 km away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 5 | Valerie M Little - Law Corporation | 63 | 4.6★ (82) | New Westminster | — | — |
| 6 | Ali Family Law | 63 | 5.0★ (31) | Surrey, 20 km away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 7 | Chhina Das LLP | 61 | 4.8★ (108) | Langley, 20 km away | — | — |
| 8 | Spectrum Family Lawyers - Vancouver | 61 | 4.8★ (80) | Vancouver, 17 km away | — | — |
| 9 | RWE Family Law | 61 | 4.9★ (83) | Vancouver, 18 km away | — | — |
| 10 | MacLean Law | 61 | 4.7★ (37) | Surrey, 5 km away | — | — |
All 231 divorce and family lawyers in New Westminster, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in Vancouver, 17 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 94 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#3 YLaw
Based in Vancouver, 17 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 336 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Surrey, 6 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 185 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in New Westminster
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 82 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Surrey, 20 km away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Langley, 20 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 108 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Vancouver, 17 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 80 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Vancouver, 18 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#10 MacLean Law
Based in Surrey, 5 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#11 M.J. O'Nions
Based in Vancouver, 17 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 74 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Langley, 19 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Vancouver, 18 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Vancouver, 18 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 279 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in White Rock, 22 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 94 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burnaby, 9 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Surrey, 6 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#18 YLaw
Based in Langley, 19 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Surrey, 12 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burnaby, 9 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 397 Google reviews, the most in New Westminster.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Surrey, 11 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 96 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in New Westminster
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Surrey, 9 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#24 Sidhu Family Law
Based in Surrey, 10 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Port Moody, 10 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Divorce and family lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 231 ranked divorce and family lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving New Westminster
20 more divorce and family lawyers within 40 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angela Kerslake Law Corporation | 4.9★ (28) | In New Westminster |
| Bronson Jones Gray & Company, LLP | In New Westminster | |
| Cassady Law LLP | 4.3★ (51) | In New Westminster |
| Edwards & Co | 4.3★ (9) | In New Westminster |
| Goodwin & Mark LLP | 4.9★ (14) | In New Westminster |
| ImmigrateNow | 5.0★ (192) | In New Westminster |
| Kinman & Associates | 4.8★ (95) | In New Westminster |
| LMN Law Group | 4.9★ (114) | In New Westminster |
| McCardell & Associates | 5.0★ (1) | In New Westminster |
| McCormack & Company Law Corporation | 5.0★ (1) | In New Westminster |
| Natasha Kulusic | 2.6★ (5) | In New Westminster |
| PGS Law | 4.5★ (98) | In New Westminster |
| RKD Law Corporation | 5.0★ (1) | In New Westminster |
| Rupinder K. Shoker | 5.0★ (2) | In New Westminster |
| Scarborough Herman & Harvey | 3.7★ (3) | In New Westminster |
| Stephen Graf & Company Solicitor & Notary Public | 4.8★ (33) | In New Westminster |
| Terry J. Hewitt | 3.8★ (9) | In New Westminster |
| Uptown Notaries and Nazirah A Premji Notary Public | 4.7★ (56) | In New Westminster |
| W. Laurence Scott, K.C. Mediation | New Westminster Lawyer | In New Westminster | |
| West Coast ADR Law Group | 3.0★ (1) | In New Westminster |
How we ranked New Westminster divorce and family lawyers
We scored 231 New Westminster divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In New Westminster data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a divorce and family lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many divorce and family law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask how the firm bills phone calls and emails, and how often you will get an itemised bill.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a divorce and family lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- How much is the retainer, and what happens when it runs out?
- Do you offer mediation or collaborative divorce?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Divorce and family lawyers in New Westminster: frequently asked questions
Which divorce and family lawyer has the highest LFR Score in New Westminster?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked divorce and family lawyer in New Westminster, BC is Deer Lake Law Group with an LFR Score of 65/100. It has 4.3★ from 160 Google reviews. Nasser Allan LLP Vancouver Divorce Lawyers (#2) and YLaw (#3) follow. We ranked 231 divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many divorce and family lawyers are there in New Westminster?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 231 divorce and family lawyers serving New Westminster, BC. 4 of them are based in New Westminster; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 km are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which divorce and family lawyers in New Westminster are open 24/7?
7 ranked divorce and family lawyers in New Westminster post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Ng Sidhu Law | Personal Injury, Family Law, Wills & Estates & Criminal Law (#4), Vayeghan Litigation (#14) and Sidhu Family Law (#24). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which divorce and family lawyers in New Westminster work on weekends?
21 of 231 ranked divorce and family lawyers post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Nasser Allan LLP Vancouver Divorce Lawyers (#2), Ng Sidhu Law | Personal Injury, Family Law, Wills & Estates & Criminal Law (#4) and Ali Family Law (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do New Westminster divorce and family lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 231 rated divorce and family lawyers in New Westminster is 4.7★, with a median of 24 reviews. Resolutions Law Corporation has the most, 397 reviews, and ranks #20. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank divorce and family lawyers?
Each divorce and family lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do divorce and family lawyers outside New Westminster count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 km of the New Westminster city centre, our service radius for divorce and family lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can divorce and family lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do divorce and family lawyers in New Westminster, BC charge?
Family lawyers usually bill by the hour against an upfront retainer; some offer fixed fees for uncontested or limited-scope work. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?
Not always: divorce is granted under the federal Divorce Act, and courts accept joint applications. A lawyer can still review the agreement on property, support and parenting before you sign it. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of divorce and family lawyers in New Westminster, BC ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in New Westminster?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your province (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some province). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for New Westminster
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 231 divorce and family lawyers serving New Westminster.
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