Best LawyersTM, published in 76 countries worldwide, is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication award in the legal profession. Recognition by Best LawyersTM is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor, conferred on a lawyer by their peers.
Watson Goepel is proud to announce that eight of our lawyers have been recognized in Best Lawyers in CanadaTM 2025 and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ in 2025 for their outstanding achievements in their practice area.
2025 Best Lawyers
- Anastase E. Maragos – Recognized since 2023, Personal Injury Litigation.
- Anita Boscariol – Recognized for the first time in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers, Immigration Law.
- Christopher Meyer – Recognized for the first time in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers, Trusts & Estates.
- Jeremy West – Recognized since 2024, Commercial & Corporate Litigation.
- Craig Neville, K.C. – Recognized since 2012, Family Law & Family Mediation.
- Thomas G. Keast, K.C. – “Lawyer of the Year” for work in Railroad Law in Vancouver.
- Timothy D. Goepel – Recognized for Professional Malpractice.
2025 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
- Micah Goldberg – Recognized for the first time in the 2025 edition of Ones to Watch.
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Anita Boscariol
Associate Counsel
Recognized for Immigration Law
Anita, Associate Counsel at Watson Goepel, has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers for her exemplary work in Immigration Law.
Her immigration practice is informed by her extensive background, including her role as Assistant Deputy Chair of the Immigration Appeal Division of the Immigration and Refugee Board, where she skillfully handles a variety of immigration matters, including hearings before the Immigration and Refugee Board and Federal Court.
In addition, Anita has over 25 years of experience in the public sector, including a decade as Director General, of Treaties and Aboriginal Government Negotiations West, for the former Department of Indigenous & Northern Affairs.
This recognition underscores her exceptional ability as a negotiator, consensus builder, and problem solver, and highlights her dedication to providing outstanding legal counsel in both Aboriginal and Immigration law.
Anastase E. Maragos
Partner
Recognized since 2023 for Personal Injury Litigation
Anastase is a Partner and Leader of the Personal Injury Group at Watson Goepel. With over 30 years of experience in personal injury and insurance law, he has acted for thousands of injured parties at all levels of court in British Columbia.
Anastase Maragos’s recognition in Personal Injury Litigation speaks volumes about his dedication to advocating for those who have suffered harm. His empathetic approach, combined with his legal acumen, ensures that our clients seeking justice in personal injury cases are in the best hands.
Craig Neville K.C.
Associate Counsel
Recognized since 2012 for Family Law and Family Mediation
Craig is an Associate Counsel in the Family Law Group at Watson Goepel and is widely recognized in British Columbia as a leading certified Parenting Coordinator and Family Law Mediator. For over 35 years, Craig has advocated for families in all areas of family law.
Craig’s long-standing recognition in Family Law and Family Mediation exemplifies his commitment to assisting families during challenging times. His nuanced approach to dispute resolution helps our clients navigate family matters with sensitivity and skill.
At Watson Goepel, our mission has always been to provide our clients with unparalleled legal representation that empowers them to move forward with confidence. The recognition of our lawyers in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ is a reflection of this mission, as well as a testament to the trust our clients place in our expertise.
As we celebrate these accolades, we remain steadfast in our commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal excellence.
Christopher Meyer
Partner
Recognized for Trusts and Estates
Chris, a Partner in the Business Law Group at Watson Goepel, has been recognized in the 2025 Best Lawyers awards for his exceptional work in Trusts and Estates. His extensive practice includes all aspects of estate planning, such as probate and administration applications, wills, powers of attorney, representation agreements, and committeeship applications.
Chris is also adept at establishing and managing various types of trusts, including alter ego trusts, joint spousal trusts, and disability trusts.
This recognition underscores Chris’s dedication to delivering high-quality legal services and his commitment to providing tailored solutions for his client’s business and estate planning needs.
Jeremy West
Partner
Recognized since 2024 for Commercial and Corporate Litigation
Jeremy is a Partner and the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group Leader at Watson Goepel. With over 25 years of experience, Jeremy’s diverse practice focuses primarily on insolvency and restructuring, complex commercial disputes, real property litigation, construction litigation, corporate disputes, injunctive relief, and estate matters.
Jeremy West’s inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ for Commercial and Corporate Litigation recognizes his ability to navigate intricate legal issues. With his keen analytical skills and strategic mindset, Jeremy consistently goes above and beyond to secure favourable outcomes for his clients.
Thomas G. Keast, K.C.
Associate Counsel
Recognized in 2024 for Railroad Law and Lawyer of the Year 2025
Tom is an Associate Counsel in the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group. His practice focuses on all aspects of commercial and transportation disputes. His experience spans employment matters, construction disputes, real estate issues, corporate governance disputes, breaches of commercial agreements, strata corporation disputes, commercial environmental cases, and injunctive proceedings relating to commercial disputes. His transportation law practice covers many aspects of rail, motor carrier, and maritime contract issues including cargo claims and regulatory matters.
Tom’s dual recognition in Commercial and Corporate Litigation and Railroad Law reaffirms his multifaceted legal expertise. His deep understanding of these areas equips our clients with an edge, ensuring they receive representation that is both comprehensive and effective.
Timothy D. Goepel
Partner
Recognized for professional malpractice law
Timothy D. Goepel, a Partner in Watson Goepel’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group, has been honored in the 2025 Best Lawyers awards for his outstanding work in Professional Malpractice Law.
With a broad civil litigation practice that encompasses commercial litigation, claims involving professional negligence, partnership/shareholder disputes, and employment matters, Tim’s dedication to his clients is unwavering. He is known for his commitment to responsiveness and clear communication, ensuring his clients are well-informed throughout the dispute resolution process.
Tim’s extensive experience spans all levels of court in British Columbia and the Federal Court of Canada, where he has skillfully handled trials, summary trial proceedings, injunction applications, interlocutory applications, oppression remedy proceedings, judicial review petitions, and appellate hearings. His recognition in the 2025 Best Lawyers awards highlights his exceptional advocacy and the high standards he upholds in his practice.
The recognition our lawyers have received in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ serves as a reminder that at Watson Goepel, our client’s success is our success, and their triumphs are a testament to the dedication and proficiency of our legal team.
Micah Goldberg
Senior Associate
Recognized for Corporate and Commercial Litigation in the ‘’Ones to Watch in Canada 2025 edition
Recognized for Corporate and Commercial Litigation in the ‘’Ones to Watch in Canada 2025 edition.
Micah is a Senior Associate in the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group at Watson Goepel and has been recognized in the “Ones to Watch in Canada 2025” edition for his exemplary work in Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Micah’s practice focuses on contract litigation, including partnership and shareholder disputes, debt recovery, and wrongful termination actions. His commitment to his clients and his detailed approach to complex litigation have distinguished him in the legal community.
Micah graduated from the University of Victoria Faculty of Law and was called to the British Columbia bar in 2016. He presently serves on the executive of the CBABC Property Law subcommittee and the Strathcona Community Centre’s Board of Directors.
Micah’s extensive experience includes assisting public companies through the Plan of Arrangement process, litigating securities disputes, and serving as trial counsel in significant employment and property dispute proceedings. With a consistent track record of successfully resolving high-stakes disputes and providing strategic legal advice, Micah continues to make significant contributions to the field of corporate and commercial litigation. His recognition in the “Ones to Watch in Canada 2025” edition is a testament to his dedication, expertise, and impact on the legal profession.
ABOUT WATSON GOEPEL LLP
Watson Goepel is a multi-service law firm based in Vancouver and West Vancouver. We provide comprehensive legal services including Business, Family, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury, Real Estate, Wills, Estates and Trusts and Workplace Law. Founded in 1984 by three originating partners, we have evolved into a successful mid-sized firm, working with various disciplines across numerous industries and sectors. Whether an individual, a business owner or part of a multinational corporation, Watson Goepel takes an innovative solutions-based approach to helping clients achieve their unique objectives. Proudly serving all of British Columbia, we are the local experts with global reach that steadily guide you through complex business and personal legal challenges. We deliver impactful results and foster long-lasting relationships.