Broadhurst & Kooy LLP - Vancouver, British Columbia

Andrew S.

Michelle helped me construct my marriage agreement. She's professional, compassionate, and efficient. I felt comfortable asking any questions, as she would always patiently listen and provide clear explanations. She addressed all my concerns, no matter how silly or valid they seemed; and skillfully presented necessary yet challenging questions to ensure every scenario was considered. You can tell she genuinely has your best interest at heart. In the end, I received an agreement that truly reflected the wishes of both my partner and me. Thank you, Michelle and Aman, for your help and support.

Ellen H.

During the often rough times of separation and divorce, Joe's calm professional attitude provided some much needed perspective and grounding. I have been lucky to have Joe as my lawyer for the past few years and was happy to follow him to his new firm to continue working with him.
He can explain all angles of any situation to you in understandable terms, which takes the sting out of difficult conversations. Joe is very adept at assisting clients through meditation, and will ensure that your best interests are taken into account before any agreement is signed.
I will definitely refer anyone in need of family legal needs to Broadhurst & Kooy.

Gregarious

Michelle Kooy is a brilliant and compassionate individual, understands family law inside/out, highly skilled and an absolutely fabulous negotiator in terms of “keeping things civil” (note: negotiation is what I do for a living, so I can attest to this). I can’t imagine any separation/divorce proceeding being anything less than emotionally draining, but Michelle kept me on point and “held my hand” throughout the process. The paperwork aside, Michelle advised me in terms of when I needed to speak up and when I needed to keep my mouth shut……if I opened my mouth anyway, she helped me get my foot back out of it. I have absolute confidence in recommending Michelle to anyone unfortunate enough to have need of her services.

Otilia O.

Michelle and Joe are fantastic lawyers, they worked as a team. Joe was the one who is handling my case. He is an exceptional Lawyer and an empathic human being. Not only, he is a competent lawyer with an in-depth knowledge of family law but also has his client's interest at heart. Joe helped me out at a time when I was struggling with my separation but also with an incompetent lawyer. He was my lifeline when I felt I was drowning. When I first met him, he handled everything from my difficult separation to the dispute with the other lawyer. He released me from a huge weight. I'm a francophone and my English is not perfect so he would always make the effort to talk to me in french so I could understand the important information. I consider him a part of my family.
Thank you to Joe and his devoted team for resolving my separation and for always treating me like a human being. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.

Evan D.

Michelle did an excellent job of supporting me and representing my family's interests. She explained everything clearly and gave me space to ask questions about the process. Would highly recommend her services!

Roxanne R.

I've worked with Michelle and Joe over the past decade. They are very knowledgeable and professional in all aspects of family law and their calm demeanour is much-appreciated during the often tumultuous divorce and custody process. Both are extremely practical and down-to-earth, and not looking to create more work than necessary. They are also extremely resourceful and when something is outside of their expertise, go the extra mile to research into it, and if necessary, bring in or refer you to someone else. I was excited when they started up their own firm and like the boutique atmosphere provided by them, while still having the breadth and depth to service you as needed.

I would gladly send anyone to Broadhurst & Kooy for any and all of their family legal needs, and if I ever decide to get married again, would certainly be consulting them upfront.

Courtney V.

Michelle Kooy is one of the best. When I originally contacted Michelle for legal advice she was very welcoming. Our journey together spanned 5 years and I am forever grateful for Michelle's ability to help guide me through the legal process but also understand that my emotions were riding very high at times and I needed space to let everything sink in. Michelle is one of the most organized people I have ever met and always had a smile on her face. I had no concept of the legal process and Michelle had a great way of breaking everything down so I knew I was always making the best possible decision for myself and my son.

Rita A.

Joe was both professional, and understanding during a very difficult and acrimonious divorce. Joe and his team helped me every step of the way. When I said I wanted an end to it all, he took it over and
managed to resolve it so that no one could ever use the court system to coerce and intimidate me again.
What I am grateful for is how Joe and his team went to work for me. I finally felt a huge sense of relief,
and highly recommend Joe, and his team.
Forever grateful
Rita Anderson