Specht and Pryer
Downtown Boutique Vancouver Law Firm
Vancouver Law Firm Dedicated to the Diverse Community of BC Since 1998
Welcome to Specht and Pryer. We are a trusted Vancouver law firm offering comprehensive legal services. Since 1998, we have assisted over 10,000 clients with their legal needs in Chinese, Cantonese, Japanese, and English.
Our team of experienced lawyers works closely together to support your case, providing high-quality guidance and practical solutions to move you forward.
At Specht and Pryer, you will receive legal advice that makes sense—balancing the cost of legal action with the benefit you can expect.
WeChat Available
We are responsive. We usually respond to inquiries within one business day.
Practice Areas
Family Law
Whether you are getting married, separating, or going through a divorce, our experienced family lawyers can help protect your assets and rights in British Columbia. We provide services in marriage and separation agreements, division of property, and more.
Corporate Commercial
We work with businesses from small to medium sized and provide effective and practical legal advice on a comprehensive range of business matters.
Criminal Law
You may lose your status in Canada if you are criminally convicted. Please talk to our lawyers before you speak to the police. We can help you to minimize the effect on your life.
Our Team
Our multilingual lawyers and staff work closely to support clients throughout every stage of their case. We ensure that you will receive clear guidance and dependable assistance from start to finish.
Robert Pryer
Lawyer / Business Owner
Language: English
Robert joined the firm in 2001. At that time, the firm was run by Mr. Ken Specht. For over 20 years, Robert and his team have been offering legal services mainly for the Chinese community in Vancouver, BC. Although the original focus was on ICBC, he soon realized that he needed to expand to other areas of law because clients were asking for help with other issues. Robert is a people-oriented lawyer who connects easily with clients. His ability to listen, communicate clearly, and build trust helps clients feel supported and understood throughout the legal process. Prior to joining the firm, Robert was a defence counsel for ICBC. Now Robert’s main areas of practice are Family Law, Corporate Commercial, and Criminal matters.
Veronece Wun
Partner/Lawyer
Language: Cantonese/English
*Veronece provides legal services through Veronece Wun Law Corporation.
Veronece practices family law, estate law, company law, and residential tenancy law. After obtaining a B.A. from the University of British Columbia and a J.D. from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, she joined the team in March 2020. Veronece’s practice encompasses the drafting of separation agreements, marriage agreements, and other legal documents, as well as representing clients in Supreme and Provincial courts across British Columbia. Before being called to the Bar, Veronece obtained Residential Tenancy Branch experience through Access Pro Bono, and continues to represent landlords and tenants in their dispute hearings.
Stella Tao
Lawyer
Language: Mandarin/English
Stella was born and raised in China and later moved to Vancouver, British Columbia to pursue a career in law. Before joining Specht & Pryer, she worked as a conference interpreter for almost two years. This role helped her develop strong communication skills and cultural awareness. She brings these strengths into her practice, focusing on family law and civil litigation. Stella is dedicated to helping clients understand their options, guiding them through challenging situations with care, clarity, and attention to detail. She has successfully advocated for clients in court proceedings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
Why Families and Businesses in Vancouver Choose Specht and Pryer?
Why Do We Stand Out?
Specht & Pryer has been serving clients in Vancouver, BC for over 25 years. Since 1998, we have assisted over 10,000 clients with a wide range of legal needs. While our law firm offers comprehensive legal support, our team specializes in family, Corporate Commercial and criminal matters.
We value our collaborative approach. Lawyers and staff at Specht and Pryer work together as a team on every case. Each file is discussed with our leading lawyer, Robert Pryer, to ensure guidance when needed.
Our focus is to give honest and practical advice to our clients. While no law firm can promise specific outcomes, we can guarantee that you will receive dedicated legal advice.
We provide legal services in Chinese, Cantonese, Japanese, and English. We work with legal issues every day, so we understand legal terminology and context that general translators may not.
Because legal issues are highly specialized, having experienced multilingual staffs ensure clearer communication and better support for our clients
If you are looking for a trustworthy, experienced, and multilingual law firm in Vancouver, BC, we are here for you.
Blog
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Contested divorce vs Uncontested divorce in BC 2025
*This post was updated on November 15, 2024. Getting divorce is generally a challenging experience. However, you may need to go through it to move on with your life. You may imagine lawyers standing in a courtroom as you see in TV dramas. Of course, some divorce cases...
How to divide assets in divorce in BC
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We offer flat fees
At Specht and Pryer, we believe it is important that clients have a clear understanding of the costs associated with their legal representation. Our team will begin working on a case after payment. Our clients do not receive surprise charges.
We offer flat fees whenever possible. Even in matters billed on an hourly basis, we will not exceed the retainer amount without receiving instructions from the client.
Contact Us
We answer the phone in English and Chinese. Please let us know if you require assistance in Cantonese or Japanese.
If you have an appointment at our office after 4 p.m., please call us upon arrival, as the elevators require a pass after that time.
Monday - Friday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Address: #780 - 789 West Pender Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6C 1H2
