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September 4, 2025

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Watson Goepel Lawyers Awarded in the 2026 Best Lawyers™ in Canada

Watson Goepel is thrilled to announce that six of our lawyers have been recognized in Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2026 and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch™ in 2026 for their remarkable success and excellence in their area of expertise.

In December 2023, the BC legislature enacted Bill 12-2023 Intimate Images Protection Act and the accompanying Intimate Images Protection Regulations.

February 2, 2024

Personal Injury

New Intimate Images Protection Act Comes Into Effect in B.C.

Anastase E. Maragos,Janet De Vita

The purpose of the Intimate Images Protection Act is to enable individuals whose private images, or likeness, have been shared, published, or made available, without their consent, regain control of the images and seek redress.

This February, the best gift you can give to those you love is certainty and protection for their future. Life is filled with unpredictable events, and while we live life in the present, it is best to prepare for the unexpected.

February 1, 2024

Wills, Trusts & Estates

Make a Will and Secure Their Tomorrow, Today

Christopher Meyer,Joanna Cusano,Victoria Gates

This February, the best gift you can give to those you love is certainty and protection for their future.

Mortgages: The contractual right to indemnity vs. the “usual rule” clarified.

January 8, 2024

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Mortgages: The contractual right to indemnity vs. the “usual rule” clarified.

Jeremy West

While most loan agreements and mortgages documents contain a contractual right allowing the lender to recover indemnity (actual) legal costs in foreclosure proceedings

Watson Goepel is pleased to welcome its newest partner, Cameron Funnell, to the firm’s Business Law group, effective January 1, 2024.

January 2, 2024

Business Law

Welcoming Our Newest Partner, Cameron Funnell

Watson Goepel

Please join us in congratulating Cameron Funnell on his new appointment as partner with Watson Goepel LLP.

December 18, 2023

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Responding to Banking Scams: Tracing Beneficiaries of a Hack

Micah Goldberg,Keita Szemok-Uto

Increasingly, scam victims have asked Watson Goepel LLP’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group to help recover funds stolen from a bank account.

As a Gold sponsor of the Richmond Hospital Foundation's Gala, Watson Goepel exhibited its unwavering commitment to community well-being.

December 4, 2023

Business Law

Contributing to a Healthier Future with The Richmond Hospital Foundation

Miles Alperstein

As a Gold sponsor of the Richmond Hospital Foundation’s Gala, Watson Goepel exhibited its unwavering commitment to community well-being.

Creating a will is a crucial step in planning for the future and ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes.

November 20, 2023

Wills, Trusts & Estates

How Do You Create a Will?

Christopher Meyer

Creating a will is a crucial step in planning for the future and ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes.

Welcome our newest Associate, Elias Notopoulos.

November 17, 2023

Business Law

Welcome Our Newest Associate, Elias Notopoulos

Elias Notopoulos

We’re thrilled to introduce Elias Notopoulos as our new associate to our Business Law group.

As of last month, a new program is being offered by non-profit Community Legal Assistance Society (CLAS) and funded by the Federal Government.

November 6, 2023

Personal Injury

Improving Access to Justice for Survivors of Sexual Assault

Anastase E. Maragos,Janet De Vita

A new program is being offered by CLAS to provide up to three hours of free legal advice to individuals who have experienced sexual assault.

Insurance claims play a vital role in the insurance industry, serving as a financial safety net for policyholders during challenging times.

October 27, 2023

Insurance Claims

Denied Insurance Claims: How Our Lawyers Can Help You Recover

Anastase E. Maragos

Discover how our insurance lawyers can help you navigate insurance claim denials, ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve. Explore your options with us today.