Our Firm
Founded in 2018, AMLC began with four lawyers and the goal of being a leading litigation boutique at the forefront of innovative and effective legal representation. The firm’s significant growth in the years since is a testament to its dedicated client base and solid reputation with the bench and bar.
Our Values
Courage
We are advocates. We have the courage to tackle complex files and the tenacity to see our client’s claims through to a resolution.
Authenticity
We take our work seriously, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. It may come as a surprise, but lawyers are real people too. We believe that authentic lawyers are better communicators and better advocates.
Commitment
We dedicated our attention to your legal problems so that you can dedicate your attention to other things.
Respect
We are respectful and accountable to each other, our clients and other counsel.
Creativity
We don’t care about the way it’s always been done. We are willing to make creative arguments, both in writing and on our feet in court.
Collaboration
We have a robust team of experienced advocates with a diverse range of expertise. Wherever possible, we collaborate across our team to provide in-depth advice.
OUR APPROACH
We are advocates, as comfortable on our feet in court as we are negotiating with opposing counsel. We care passionately about winning, recognizing that the path to victory for our clients is not always the well-worn path of others. This is what sets us apart.
We believe that the best law firms are agile and ready to embrace change. We strive for a paperless office and to employ the best available legal technologies and external contractors. This allows us to provide clients with the most efficient and cost-effective service possible.
While court is fun for us, we recognize that for most clients, it can be stressful and unpleasant. For many, litigation is a new and daunting experience. With our practical advice and strong, passionate representation, we provide a path through the trees and a reason to sleep soundly at night.
RECOGNITION
Since opening its doors in 2018, Allen / McMillan has received recognition as one of British Columbia’s leading litigation firms.
Best Law Firms™ - Canada – Recognition in the 2025 Edition
Chambers & Partners Canada - Litigation - General Commercial: Highly Regarded (2025)
“Their team is thorough, efficient and competent. A very intelligent and experienced team that understood the implications and helped my team make informed decisions all the way through.”
The Best Lawyers in Canada™ - Recognition in the 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 Editions
Canadian Legal Expert Directory – Recognition in the 2024 Edition
The Globe and Mail – Recognition as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms in 2024 & 2025
Legal 500 Canada – Leading Firm for Dispute Resolution in British Columbia (2023), Elite Boutique for Dispute Resolution in British Columbia (2024)
“The lawyers are all bright and relatable. Complex legal issues are quickly grasped and explained in a manner that is easily understood by a person without legal training in the specific area of interest.”
“The lawyers are responsive and develop creative solutions to issues. An excellent team, with great leadership and a commitment to changing the practice of law to be more diverse and welcoming.”
Benchmark Litigation Canada – Recognition as a Recommended Firm in 2023 & 2024
“Yet another entry into the crowded Vancouver litigation boutique market, Allen McMillan is deftly carving out a space for itself in this capacity, drawing praise from much more established peers. More impressive still is the fact that the firm has managed to do this on the strength and reputations of just two partners Greg Allen and Wesley McMillan. Allen McMillan covers a variety of practice areas, all with a regional focus. The firm has quickly established a following among peers and clients.”
Our Office
AMLC is located in the heart of Vancouver, BC, on West Georgia Street. Our boardroom provides expansive views of the North Shore mountains, as well as the balcony gardening projects of many nearby condo owners.
Join Us
We are always on the lookout for creative advocates and dedicated staff to join our team.
All applications will be kept in strict confidence.