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.
15 March 2022
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
We are delighted to share that Yianni Pappas-Acreman is a contributing author for a recent publication Manual to British Columbia Civil Litigation, published by Canadian Legal Information Institute. Along with many contributors, Yianni has volunteered his time to share his expertise with the public, providing in-depth information and commentary about civil procedures in British Columbia.…
14 March 2022
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
The registration against the title of a claim of lien is a powerful tool in a contractor’s toolbox. Not only does it secure an interest in land for work done or materials supplied, but it can also often assist in an expedited negotiated resolution of construction disputes. However, as a recent decision of the Supreme…
9 August 2021
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
We are pleased to welcome Zack Holeksa to our Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group. You can learn more about Zack and his practice here.
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…
