Our Litigation and Dispute Resolution team acts for a wide range of clients in a variety of industries. We encourage clients to consider alternative dispute methods including collaboration, mediation, and arbitration when possible, and provide litigation services when a settlement cannot be reached.
We have extensive experience at all levels of court in British Columbia, the Federal Court, as well as administrative tribunals and professional regulatory and review boards.
We assist individuals and organizations facing challenges related to bankruptcy, insolvency or restructuring issues, as well as act for clients in litigation matters involving commercial, construction, employment, or insurance disputes, and those involving wills and estates. We have extensive experience with disability insurance claims and issues related to professional disciplinary hearings or negligence and liability claims. We also act for clients in the area of transportation law.
1 February 2021
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
We are pleased to announce that Timothy D. Goepel has joined Watson Goepel LLP as a Partner, effective February 1, 2021. Tim conducts a broad civil litigation practice focused on construction law, partnership/shareholder disputes, defence of professionals, intellectual property disputes, and employment matters. Tim has appeared in all levels of court in British Columbia and…
30 April 2020
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Many Canadians are facing financial uncertainty as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, which can lead to issues arising between banks and their customers. Many banks have taken measures to accommodate individuals and businesses in these challenging times by creating special programs, some of which are outlined here. Despite measures being taken by banks, individuals…
14 April 2020
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
The spread of COVID-19 is having an unprecedented impact on our society. This impact will be felt for months and years to come. In light of the current circumstances, many businesses, organizations, and individuals are struggling to meet their obligations and are looking for guidance on how they can resolve any resulting business and contractual…
27 March 2020
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
On March 23 the Ontario and Quebec governments ordered that “non-essential” businesses close down, shortly followed by a list of “essential” businesses that were exempt from the mandatory closure. Quebec took a more cautious approach and ordered that all non-essential construction sites close. Ontario adopted a less restrictive approach and included the construction industry on…
