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.
If you experienced physical abuse or sexual abuse in an institution such as a school, church or religious institution, sports organization, foster care, or another organization, you may have questions about your legal rights—or wonder whether it’s too late to do anything about what happened.
Watson Goepel’s Family Law team has been named a Top Family Law Firm Team in Canada by Canadian Lawyer Magazine — one of only five BC firms to earn a spot among the country’s top 20. Meet the team behind the honour.
As wildfire seasons become longer and more severe, more British Columbians are facing property damage, evacuation orders, and insurance claims. Recent updates from the BC Wildfire Service indicate that the province is preparing for increased wildfire activity, with several evacuation orders already in place due to active fires.
When starting a business with one or more partners, it’s easy to focus on growth and overlook what happens if disagreements arise. That’s where a shareholders’ agreement becomes essential.
It is not uncommon for British Columbians to start the estate planning process and never get around to signing the final documents. What happens if someone provides instructions for a will, reviews draft versions, but passes away before the will is formally executed?
If your insurance claim has been denied, or you’re worried about protecting your home or business, you may be wondering whether failing to follow a condition in your policy can affect your coverage. The answer is often yes.
