Atty. William A. McLachlan

Atty. William A. McLachlan

William A. McLachlan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, family law.

Vancouver Vancouver 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (857) 491-4612 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William A. McLachlan at a glance

William A. McLachlan is a Member based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at McLachlan Brown Anderson. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (1975). Educated at University of British Columbia (LL.B., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William A. McLachlan is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, family law
  • William A. has been licensed for 51 years
  • William A. practices at McLachlan Brown Anderson in Vancouver, BC

Practice Areas Explained

William A. McLachlan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William A. McLachlan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William A. McLachlan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in British Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in British Columbia

Practicing law in British Columbia. Legal matters in British Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Vancouver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate British Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in British Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in British Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William A. McLachlan

Where is William A. McLachlan's law office located?
William A. McLachlan's law practice is located in Vancouver, British Columbia. The firm is McLachlan Brown Anderson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William A. McLachlan handle?
William A. McLachlan focuses on personal injury, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in British Columbia.
How long has William A. McLachlan practiced law?
William A. McLachlan has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William A. McLachlan go to law school?
William A. McLachlan earned their education at (LL.B., 1974).
How can I contact William A. McLachlan for a consultation?
You can contact William A. McLachlan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William A. McLachlan received?
William A. McLachlan's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of British Columbia
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 1975

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