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Katie Chandler is a corporate/commercial lawyer providing strategic counsel to companies in the technology sector on a range of issues, from inception of the business to the growth and procurement phases. Advising private companies on a range of business transactions and commercial activities, Katie assists with start-up and incorporation issues, debt and equity angel and venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, and IT licensing and development.

James is a founding member and partner* at Roper Greyell. He practises in all areas of employment and labour law and acts as a mediator in workplace law disputes. James is known for providing practical, cost-effective and long-lasting solutions to difficult employment, labour and workplace challenges, including those related to wrongful or constructive dismissal actions, restrictive covenants, compensation disputes, disability and attendance management, and discipline and discharge in the uni...

Laesha J. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law and Appellate Practice. Laesha, who practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Laesha is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Owen J. James is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Class Action Litigation, Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Environmental Law. Owen J., who practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Owen J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Lindsay (she/her) is a partner at Moore Edgar Lyster LLP where she practices human rights, labour, administrative, constitutional and professional regulatory law. She acts for public and private sector unions, professional regulators and individuals on a wide variety of matters. Lindsay has extensive experience appearing in judicial reviews and appeals involving complex human rights, administrative law and freedom of expression issues. She has appeared as counsel at all levels of court, inclu...

Georald’s practice is focused on securities and capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, shareholder activism and corporate governance. As a senior partner, Georald’s services are highly sought after by Canadian and international corporations, underwriters and investors, primarily in the mining industry, as well as the technology, life sciences and other sectors. Management teams and board of directors rely on Georald’s depth of experience and expertise advising on complex...

Sarah Batut is a real estate Partner in the Vancouver office. In dealing with real estate transactions, Sarah’s clients appreciate her deep experience in a broad range of issues including acquisitions and sales, leasing, financings and commercial leasing. Sarah is also experienced in a variety of corporate and commercial transactions, including acquisitions, sales and reorganizations. Sarah acts for numerous property developers in Vancouver, North Vancouver, Surrey, Langley, Squamish, R...

Michael Steinbach is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Michael, who practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Stephanie acts for a broad range of clients, both provincial and federal, in the public and private sectors. She advocates on behalf of clients and provides strategic advice on all aspects of workplace law, including human rights. Stephanie regularly represents clients at arbitration, before the BC Labour Relations Board and the BC Human Rights Tribunal. Her advocacy brings her before the British Columbia Courts (both levels) and various federal tribunals. She is frequently asked to conduct b...

Mary Hamilton, K.C. is a Partner in the firm’s Wills, Estates + Trusts and Charities + Non-Profit Practice Groups. Mary has extensive experience in matters relating to wills, trusts and estate administration. She has held senior positions with various wills, estates and trusts groups in Vancouver and was named Vancouver Trusts and Estates “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers ® in Canada in 2011, 2017 and 2021. Mary has over 30 years of experience advising clients about t...