Michael Mines | Vancouver Criminal Defense Lawyer

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About Michael

Michael Mines was born in Vancouver and grew up in the West End and Kitsilano. He was educated at the University of British Columbia, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree (Urban Studies) in 1983 and a Bachelor of Laws degree in 1992.

Since becoming a member of the Law Society of British Columbia in 1993, Mr. Mines has exclusively practiced criminal law, including part-time Crown Prosecution work. Over the years Mr. Mines has defended clients charged with all manner of criminal charges, from shoplifting to murder. Mr. Mines has obtained successful results for clients charged in British Columbia Provincial and Supreme Courts, including several jury trials.

With offices in Vancouver’s Marine Building, and working closely with three associates, Michael Mines represents clients throughout the Lower Mainland and the rest of British Columbia. From providing clients with early legal advice through conducting trials and appeals, Michael Mines is dedicated to helping his clients achieve the very best possible results.

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Experience

Attorney

Mines & Company Law Corporation

Present

Vancouver, BC

Admission

Verified British Columbia

1993

Education

University of British Columbia

Bachelors (Urban Studies)

1983

Recognitions & Achievements

Associations
  • Law Society of British Columbia
  • Trial Lawers Association of British Columbia
Honors / Awards
  • Handpicked Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Vancouver, BC Three Best Rated
    2019

Notable Work

Cases

R. vs. K.A. – Surrey Provincial Court

Mr. Mines was able to persuade Crown counsel to proceed by way of a Peace Bond and to enter a stay of proceedings on the criminal charges. No criminal record.

R. vs. J.A. – Vancouver Provincial Court

Mr. Mines was able to persuade Crown and the Court that, in all the circumstances, it was in the public interest to grant our client a conditional discharge without any reporting condition.

R. vs. J.H. – Vancouver Provincial Court

Mr. Mines was able to convince Crown counsel to enter a stay of proceedings on the eve of the trial date. No criminal record.

Mines & Company Law Corporation Highlights

Criminal, Motor Vehicle

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Firm Locations: 1
Languages: English