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One look at today’s most successful businesses and organizations, and it is easy to see what they have in common: access and networks that allow them to connect with markets and people that promote growth and opportunities. Over the course of Lyall’s career, he has been a leader in British Columbia’s business, government, advanced education and philanthropic communities, and he has built a broad legal practice alongside strong relationships with other such leaders. As a resu...

Heather Jones has extensive practical experience in a broad range of litigation with her focus being complex corporate/commercial matters. She has been responsible for the successful resolution of shareholder disputes, officer and director liability matters, international fraud, contract disputes, fiduciary duty issues, governance problems, business purchase and sale conflicts, negligence claims and employee matters. She also has a wealth of experience in construction litigation. She assists ...

Mihai Ionescu is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Natural Resources Law. Mihai practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Mihai Ionescu since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Mihai Ionescu is held by other lawyers.

Aaron Pearl is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Aaron practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Aaron Pearl since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Aaron Pearl is held by other lawyers.

Christine practices environmental and Indigenous law, providing advice in respect of major project development, environmental assessment, permitting, operational matters and acquisition and sale of industrial projects. She provides mining industry advice, representing clients with respect to permitting and regulatory aspects of exploration, development, operation and closure of mining projects. A significant amount of Christine's practice is focused on advising clients with projects in Canada...

Dean is a leading authority in Canada on employee competition litigation and strategy. He has litigated disputes in this area in every province from British Columbia to Ontario, as well as cross-border Canada-US disputes. Appointed King’s Counsel in 2014, his practice ranges from wrongful dismissal and employee competition litigation to labour relations and human rights. He frequently appears in court and before administrative tribunals and conducts an active mediation practice. Clients...

Loyalty, relationships and experience shape our businesses and communities. Kevin is proud to serve clients who share these values as they work to build our city and province. He helps them provide and access the funding required for their commercial enterprises and projects, which form the infrastructure of our community. Work Highlights Expo Lands Advice on the financing and development of the former Expo Lands University of British Columbia Ongoing assistance on financing, expansion and de...

David H. Takagawa is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Intellectual Property Law. David H. practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized David H. Takagawa since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David H. Takagawa is held by other lawyers.

Isabel Romeral is a Partner at Farris LLP in Vancouver, British Columbia, practising in the areas of Trusts and Estates, estate planning, estate administration, and trusts. She advises individuals, families, executors, administrators, trustees, and beneficiaries on a wide range of estate and trust matters, including probate and the administration of estates and trusts. Isabel assists clients with estate and incapacity planning and prepares wills, powers of attorney, representation agreements,...

Kevin McLaren is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Kevin practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia Best Lawyers has recognized Kevin McLaren since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kevin McLaren is held by other lawyers.