Vernon
Address
3501 27 Street, Vernon, BC V1T 4X1
Phone
Fax
250-542-9760
Office Hours
Monday-Friday 8.30-17.00
Our Lawyers In Vernon
Edward J. Woolley, B.Comm., J.D.
Edward has been practicing in Vernon, BC since his call to the bar in 1997. His practice is primarily focused on family law, real estate, wills and estates, and he is also the registered and records office for approximately 100 companies that he has incorporated over the years. He has appeared extensively in Provincial Court, Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal.
His real estate conveyancing practice is one of the busiest in Vernon having been built up over the years by way of referrals from satisfied clients, realtors, and lenders. He is also one of only a few lawyers in the Okanagan that handles Indian land conveyancing.
The past President of the Vernon Bar Association for two terms, he has been involved with several non-profit organizations including being the Past President of Big Brothers and Sisters of the Okanagan (seven years), the Past President and Past Vice-President of the Okanagan Equestrian Society (nine years) and is the current Vice-President of the Vernon Public Art Gallery.
Cody L. Walker, C.B., A.A., J.D.
Cody was called to the bar in 2014 and practiced in Surrey, BC in a general practice that included: civil litigation, personal injury, family law, criminal law, and wills and estates. In 2017 he moved to Vernon and focused exclusively on family law including divorce, child and spousal support, division of assets and debts, parenting, custody, guardianship, adoption, surrogacy, and child protection. Cody is looking forward to continuing to serve the community in family law, and to expand into other areas including wills and estates and civil litigation.
Cody has a wife and a teenage son. In his spare time he enjoys hobbies including Dungeons & Dragons, 3D printing, Cosplay, light woodwork, and cooking.
Darren Schmidt, B. Mgt., J.D.
Darren is a lawyer based in Lumby, BC, serving clients throughout Vernon and the southern interior. His practice focuses on family law, divorce and separation, wills and estates, real estate transactions, and corporate legal services including incorporations and restructuring. Known for his approachable style and ability to simplify complex legal issues, Darren helps individuals, families, and small business owners navigate major life transitions with confidence.
He has appeared before both Provincial and Supreme Court and is also the co-host of The Divorced and Done Podcast, which provides practical legal guidance to thousands of listeners across Canada. Before becoming a lawyer, Darren worked in Canada’s energy sector in HR and business strategy, experience he draws on to support entrepreneurs and professionals with practical, business-minded legal advice.
Darren is proud to offer personalized, down-to-earth service to rural and interior communities and is committed to making quality legal support more accessible across BC.