When conflicts arise between professionals and the regulatory organizations that govern them, there is a risk of disciplinary action, including financial penalties, license suspensions or termination. Our team of experienced litigators act for a diverse range of professionals facing regulatory challenges, including lawyers, accountants, real estate agents, health professionals and engineers.
In addition to our experience at all levels of court, we have experience before a variety of regulatory agencies including the Real Estate Council of British Columbia, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia, the Health Professions Review Board, the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia and the Law Society of British Columbia.
31 August 2023
Family Law, Firm News, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury
In the dynamic and complex world of law, having a strong and capable legal team by your side can make all the difference. At Watson Goepel LLP, we take immense pride in announcing that several of our outstanding lawyers have been recognized as The Best Lawyers in Canada™ in the upcoming 2024 edition. This esteemed…
8 March 2023
International Women's Day, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury
This article is part of a series of educational blog posts created by a team of Watson Goepel women lawyers in light of International Women’s Day 2023, to empower, celebrate, and encourage women in Canada. “Othering” refers to “viewing and treating a person or group of people as different from yourself and most people. Othering can lead to discrimination…
International Women's Day, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Wills, Trusts & Estates
This article is part of a series of educational blog posts created by a team of Watson Goepel women lawyers in light of International Women’s Day 2023, to empower, celebrate, and encourage women in Canada. In certain cultures, women are gifted substantially less under a will compared to their brothers. In Prakash and Singh v Singh et al, 2006…
International Women's Day, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury
This article is part of a series of educational blog posts created by a team of Watson Goepel women lawyers in light of International Women’s Day 2023, to empower, celebrate, and encourage women in Canada. Women continue to be statistically at a far greater risk of sexual violence in Canada. The Canadian Women’s Foundation summarizes statistics of gender-based…
