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.
Our firm’s recent success in Purssell v. Purssell, 2026 BCCA 328, provides useful guidance on the factors a judge will consider when approving a sale sought in Partition of Property Act (PPA) proceedings. Namely, that an approval judge must consider the background that gave rise to the original order for sale.
As wildfires grow more frequent and severe across BC and Alberta, understanding your insurance coverage is as important as having an emergency kit. Learn the preventive steps to protect your property, the common pitfalls in wildfire insurance claims, and what to do if your insurer’s settlement doesn’t cover the true cost of rebuilding.
Co-ownership disputes can arise between business partners, family members, or joint property owners when expectations around control, profits, or responsibilities break down.
Whether you’re launching a startup or managing an established company, staying compliant with Canadian laws is an essential part of running a successful business. From corporate compliance and employment law to privacy obligations and commercial contracts, overlooking legal requirements can expose your business to unnecessary risk.
On August 10, CityNews Vancouver aired a powerful segment on the descendants of the Whonnock People, a First Nations community in Maple Ridge long presumed extinct after the last member living on the reserve passed away decades ago.
Winning your case is only half the battle, collecting on it is another story. In Part 1 of our Collection Process series, we break down how registering a judgment against property can protect your win and help secure payment.
Watson Goepel LLP is proud to welcome Hayley Cumiskey, Anny Kim, and Harveer Garcha as our 2026–2027 Articling Students. Meet the newest members of our team.
Many business owners view lease agreements as simple occupancy documents — something signed once and filed away. Your commercial lease can directly impact your insurance coverage, liability exposure, indemnity obligations, and even whether a claim gets paid properly.
