Best Estates and Trusts Lawyers in British Columbia British Columbia
Drafting Wills, Creating and Advising on Trusts, Estate Planning, Probate and Estate Administration
J. Andre Rachert
Senior counsel in the firm’s Tax Group, Andre is the most experienced tax litigator working on Vancouver Island. He started his practice in Vancouver as legal counsel in the Tax Litigation section of the Federal Department of Justice. Since moving to Victoria in 1998, Andre has worked as a tax...
1175 Douglas St 7th Floor, Victoria, BC V8W 2E1
Gurpreet K. Randhawa
Principal Lawyer
I was born and raised in Victoria. I am bilingual – I was raised speaking English and Punjabi. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Victoria and subsequently moved to Toronto, Ontario where I completed law school. During my second year of law school I made the decision to...
202 - 3750 Shelbourne Street Victoria, BC V8P 4H4
Robert Bryshun
Lawyer Partner
Robert Bryshun practices in the areas of business, corporate and commercial law and all aspects of residential and commercial real estate including refinancing. Robert also assists clients with estate administration (applying for probate) and their own succession planning including making...
304, 3330 Richter St, Kelowna, BC V1W 4V5
Adam Ueland
Lawyer Partner
Adam has over 16 years of experience under his belt. His knowledge, determination, problem-solving skills, and proactive legal strategies have helped over 500 victims since he joined Simpson, Thomas & Associates in 2012, and supported his position when he joined the firm’s partners in 2021....
13761 96 Ave Unit Number: 701, Surrey, BC V3V 0E8
Devinder K. Sidhu
Lawyer Founder
Devinder grew up in the BC Interior then moved to Victoria to attend the University of Victoria. After getting her BSc in Physics and Astronomy, she obtained her Juris Doctor in Law. Devinder then articled with the Ministry of Attorney General and worked in a boutique firm for a short time...
1518 George St, White Rock, BC V4B 4A5
Patrick K. McMurchy
Lawyer Founder
I was born and raised in Vancouver. I went to Queen Mary Elementary School and graduated from Magee Secondary. For many years competitive swimming was a big part of my life, and I swam with the Canadian Dolphins Swim Club and later with U.B.C. After high school, I went to university both in...
1801 Bowen Rd #101, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1H1
Trina Brubaker
Lawyer
Trina Brubaker’s practice focuses on Wills & Estates, including estate planning, administration of estates, and estate litigation. She draws on her past experience in practicing in a variety of areas of law, including real estate and family law, to create informed estate plans to suit the...
30 Front St 1st Floor, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H7
Cole Ferencz, BA., JD.
Lawyer
Cole was called to the bar in BC in 2018 and has practiced in wills and estates, real estate, corporate, commercial, residential tenancy and more. Cole tries to bring a relaxed and straightforward approach to law. Mid Island Law was founded to give Nanaimo and the greater Mid-Island region...
1611 Bowen Rd #3, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1G5
Cory Towriss
Lawyer Founder
Cory A. Towriss was born and raised in Princeton, British Columbia, but has spent the last 30 years living on Vancouver Island in both Campbell River and Victoria - finally settling in Duncan in 2008. Cory obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies from Vancouver Island University...
108-225 Canada Avenue, Duncan, BC, V9L 1T6
Jasroop Grewal
Jasroop was born and raised in Vancouver. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia. Jasroop then went to the University of Saskatchewan for his Bachelor of Laws Degree. After law school, he relocated to the Okanagan where he practiced in the...
5489 Byrne Rd Suite 272, Burnaby, BC V5J 3J1
Bruce Hallsor, K.C.
Managing Partner
Bruce Hallsor, K.C. has a commercial practice that includes corporate and commercial law, real estate, secured transactions, estates, tax, and trusts. Mr. Hallsor also does some litigation in these areas, particularly at the appellate level. Mr. Hallsor has served on the board of directors of...
1070 Douglas St #800, Victoria, BC V8W 2C4
Lynda Cassels
Lynda focuses her practice on the legal issues that arise in families as a result of major life transitions, including separation and divorce, marriage, marriage-like and common-law relationships, deciding to have a child, or the death of a loved one. Lynda’s practice includes separation and...
19 Bastion Square 4th Floor, Victoria, BC V8W 1J1
Colleen M. Johel
Lawyer Partner
Colleen is Ridgway & Company’s Managing Partner and has a large corporate and Wills and Estate practice. A lifelong resident of the Cowichan Valley, Colleen attended the University of Victoria for both her Bachelor of Arts degree and Law Degree (LL.B) and was called to the Bar of British...
200 – 44 Queens Road Duncan, BC V9L 2W4
Wendy Clifford
Lawyer Partner
Wendy Clifford was called to the bar in 1989. Wendy has advised clients for over 25 years in the area of estate planning and trusts, estate administration, business law, companies and corporate reorganizations, and real property. Wendy was born and raised in Port Alberni and obtained her...
1808 Bowen Rd unit 200, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5W4
Lee Turner
Lawyer Partner
Lee Turner is one of the managing partners at Doak Shirreff Lawyers LLP in Kelowna. He joined the firm in 1993 and was called to the British Columbia bar in May 1994. He has practised as a trial lawyer since joining the firm and has extensive experience assisting those who have suffered serious...
537 Leon Ave #200, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2A9
Michael Hoogbruin BA, JD
Lawyer Founder
Michael has always had an interest in justice for the underdog. When still in first year at Osgoode Hall Law School in Ontario, Michael and another student sued the Government of British Columbia for failing to permit residents of British Columbia to vote by absentee ballot in provincial...
1166 Alberni St Suite 1604, Vancouver, BC V6E 3Z3
Winston Kam
principal lawyer and founder
Winston graduated with both a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology and a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the University of British Columbia, where he also received the Millennium Scholarship, membership with the Golden Key International Honour Society upon ranking top 15% of his faculty, as well...
550 W Broadway #621, Vancouver, BC V5Z 0E9
Michael Carter
Barrister & Solicitor
As the firm’s "go-to" guy for general litigation work, Michael is enthusiastic about getting results. Precise and assertive, his energetic approach to advocacy allows him to achieve his clients’ goals with panache. His legal background in strata, real-estate, and estate litigation has marked...
1321 Johnston Rd, White Rock, BC V4B 3Z2
Derek Frenette
Lawyer Partner
Derek is a member of the firm’s Wills, Estates + Trusts; Labour + Employment; Business Disputes; Intellectual Property + Technology; and Insurance practice groups. He has a broad business litigation practice which includes contractual, shareholder, employment, human rights, and intellectual...
2700 – 700 West Georgia Street Vancouver, BC V7Y 1B8
Robert W. Ross
Barrister & Solicitor
Robert Ross has been in practice with Peter Fominoff at Fominoff Ross & Co. in White Rock since 1989. He has a general legal practice with the primary focus on wills and estates, corporate and commercial, personal injury, conveyancing and immigration. Robert Ross has a Bachelor of Arts...
1548 Johnston Rd #204, White Rock, BC V4B 3Z8
Richard Cleveland
Lawyer Founder
Rick is more than just a name on the door at Cleveland Doan LLP. He's spent 40 years living and working in White Rock and South Surrey, building personal relationships with each client. These connections are the cornerstone of Rick’s practice, and he looks forward to serving the people of this...
1321 Johnston Rd, White Rock, BC V4B 3Z2
Abdullah Khan
Lawyer
Meet Abdullah: Your Dedicated Advocate in Family Law, Civil Litigation, and Real Estate Disputes. Abdullah is a committed lawyer providing legal services tailored to his client’s unique needs. His practice encompasses family law, civil litigation, and real estate disputes, making him a...
4370 Dominion St 320, Burnaby, BC
Andrew LaCroix
Lawyer
Andrew moved to Duncan with his family in 2008, having practiced in large firms in Vancouver. Andrew is a trial lawyer who has successfully represented clients in the Provincial, Supreme and Appeal courts of British Columbia, as well as in arbitrations and administrative tribunal hearings,...
#2 - 177 Fourth St. Duncan, B.C.
Corey J. Bow
Lawyer
Corey spent several years practicing as plaintiff counsel in personal injury matters and also working as a public interest lawyer. He also has several years' experience working as defence counsel for ICBC and therefore understands the practice from the other side. He has experience as a lawyer...
5690 176A Street Surrey, BC V3S 4H1
Rod Mont
Lawyer
Rod moved to Nanaimo in 1993, where he practices Wills and Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, and Corporate and Commercial Law. Rod has taught several semesters of Commercial Law at Vancouver Island University. Rod works with many accountants in setting up corporations for professionals such as...
201 Selby Street Nanaimo, BC V9R 2R2
Gagan Gill
Gagan was commissioned as a Notary Public after completing her Masters in Applied Legal Studies from Simon Fraser University. Prior to becoming a Notary Public, Gagan completed her Bachelor's of Commerce degree with a specialization in Finance at the University of British Columbia. At Gill...
#202 15055 54A Avenue Surrey, BC V3S 5X7
Raziya Sattar
BSW, LL.B.
MLC Lawyers strives to provide exceptional services with competitive pricing. A large part of our practice consists of Real Estate Law including buying, selling, mortgaging and developing property. Over the past 35 years, we have handled over 30,000 real estate transactions on behalf of our...
15245 18th Avenue, Surrey, BC V4A 1W9
Wendy Shum
Notary Public
Wendy Shum, Notary Public, graduated from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the University of London with the Degree of Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Laws with honors. Before becoming a Notary Public, Wendy obtained invaluable experience from major banks and...
2619-4500 Kingsway Burnaby, BC V5H 2A9
Kate Roome
Notary Public
Having a Will is the basis for a good estate plan. Save time, money and grief by planning ahead. If you haven’t got a Will or your Will is old, come in and see me; you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to get one of life’s most important documents done. Don’t know who to appoint as an Executor?...
Suite 200 - 394 Duncan Street Duncan BC V9L 3W4
Natalya Hanna
Notary Public, MA, Owner
Natalya took over Rose Miller’s Notary Public practice in 2018. Since then, Natalya took the business to the next level and has been serving returning and new clients for their real estate transactions and estate planning. A mother of 3 children, with the youngest being born in 2021, Natalya...
#104 -2849 North Road Burnaby, BC V3J 1R6
Spencer Schmidt
Lawyer
Spencer adores practicing law in his hometown, and loves the fulfillment of being able to help people with major transitional moments in their lives; starting businesses, buying a home, and planning their wills. Some people dream of being a lawyer from a young age. Spencer is not one of those...
201-64 Station Street Duncan, BC V9L 1M4
George Gunnink
Lawyer
George and his family live in the Cloverdale area. Raised in Ontario, George lived for a short time in British Columbia before moving to Winnipeg where he earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Winnipeg. George then returned to British Columbia, settling in the Cloverdale area,...
5690 176A Street Surrey, BC V3S 4H1
Sandeep S. Gill
Lawyer Founder
Sandeep S. Gill is a Real Estate and Wills and Estates Lawyer and the founder of Keystone Law Group. He has practiced for over 17 years in the Fraser Valley. During this time he has gained a wealth of knowledge in dealing with complex Real Estate Transactions and helping clients plan their...
100 - 15129 100 Avenue Surrey, BC V3R 9P4
Kristen Okimaw
principal lawyer and founder
With over 20 years under her belt Kristen has seen it all and has a unique talent for making the complexities of life feel safe to address. Kristen’s primary focus is in matters relating to estate planning, estate administration & litigation and family law. Kristen is easy to talk to and...
473 West Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 4Z3
Bree Hankins
Trial Lawyer
Bree Hankins is one of our shareholders, and an experienced trial lawyer Pihl Law Litigation Team. Her practice is focused on two key areas: family law and estate litigation. Bree provides clients with assistance on all types of family matters. Bree is an accredited Family Law Mediator and a...
300-1465 Ellis Street Kelowna, BC V1Y 2A3
Rob Graham
Solicitor Associate
Rob Graham is a solicitor at League and Williams, originally joining the firm in May 2018. After spending 18 months in Australia with his family, Rob returned in January 2024, bringing over 12 years of experience across multiple legal practice areas. Rob has been called to the British Columbia...
157 Trunk Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 2P1
Cory A. Towriss
Lawyer
Cory A. Towriss was born and raised in Princeton, British Columbia, but has spent the last 30 years living on Vancouver Island in both Campbell River and Victoria - finally settling in Duncan in 2008. Cory obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies from Vancouver Island University...
108-225 Canada Avenue, Duncan, BC, V9L 1T6
Glenn F. Hara
Glenn joined Hara and Company at the request of his brother Thomas in 1977, after obtaining his bachelor of laws from the University of British Columbia. Glenn’s practice consists mainly of solicitor’s work. He has built a niche client base of restaurants and entrepreneurs who appreciate his...
4023 Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC V5C 2J1
Cube Law
Lawyer
We know life can be challenging. Unforeseen circumstances and unplanned events can mean big changes. That’s why we’re here. We bring the right support, guidance, advice and assistance to help you navigate the tough times…and make life just a little bit easier to handle. Rajat has over 12 years...
10234 152 St #205, Surrey, BC V3R 6N7
Marissa German
BA, LLB, TEP Founder, Principal Lawyer
Prior to establishing Oak Tree Estate Law, Marissa practiced law at a top tier national firm in both their Calgary and Vancouver offices. Marissa resided in Alberta until 2020 when she moved to the Okanagan with her family. Choosing to put down roots in the Okanagan and work locally, Marissa...
202 – 1680 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 8T8
Darren Williams
principal lawyer and founder
Winning cases at every level of court in Canada, including the Supreme Court of Canada, the Federal Court of Appeal and Federal Court, as well as the British Columbia Appeal, Supreme and Provincial Courts, and various federal and provincial boards and tribunals, Darren has a proven track record...
174 Wilson St #210 Victoria, BC V9A 7N6
Colleen M. Johel
Managing Partner
Preferred Area of Practice: Buying and Selling Businesses, Corporate Reorganizations, Wills and Estate Planning, Estate Administration and Probate Matters. Colleen is Ridgway & Company’s Managing Partner and has a large corporate and Wills and Estate practice. A lifelong resident of the...
#200 - 44 Queens Road Duncan, BC V9L 2W4
MacIsaac & Company
Our team comprises seasoned lawyers with extensive experience in various areas of law. From personal injury and family law to estate planning and real estate transactions, we have the knowledge and skills to effectively advocate for our clients’ interests. We prioritize our clients’ needs and...
200 - 190 Ingram Street Duncan, BC - V9L 1P1
Olja Simic
Lawyer and the Founder
Olja is a lawyer and the founder of Brentwood Law Corporation. She is an experienced advisor on all aspects related to Corporate, Commercial, Real Estate and Wills and Estates matters. Olja’s clients include individuals of all ages, families, owners of small businesses and large corporations....
900-2025 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, BC, V5C 0J3
Hugh J. Armstrong
Lawyer and Notary Public, also of the Bar of Manitoba
Hugh J. Armstrong has been practicing law on Vancouver Island since 1998. Our office specializes in: Real Estate law, Notary services, Wills and Estate Planning, Advising executors of estates, Corporate and Commercial service. For more information on any of the above services, please visit our...
157 Trunk Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 2P1
Arif S. Nuraney
Lawyer
Arif S. Nuraney is the managing partner and owner of the Nuraney Law Group which he established in 2016. Arif advises private and public companies on all aspects of corporate and commercial law, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, joint ventures, the formation and...
700 W Pender St Suite 303, Vancouver, BC V6C 1G8
Steve Parr
Lawyer
Steve Parr isn’t your typical corporate lawyer. An entrepreneur at heart, he founded, scaled and sold a vacation rental company before establishing Parr Business Law in 2017, giving him unique insight into the entrepreneurial journey. Steve and his team bring deep expertise, conscious...
1965 W 4th Ave #101, Vancouver, BC V6J 1M8
Sonya Parkin
Lawyer
Sonya practices in the fields of Wills and Estates Law, Real Estate Law and Corporate Law. Sonya holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Stellenbosch. She was called to the Bar in South Africa in 1997, in the province of Kwa-Zulu Natal, and was called...
201 Selby St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2R2
Nathan Seaward
Lawyer
After a background as a massage therapist and a small business owner, Nathan returned to university and obtained a BA from the University of Victoria in 2013, double majoring in political science and philosophy. He graduated from UVIC Law School in 2016. Nathan joined Heath Law LLP as an...
1808 Bowen Rd unit 200, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5W4
Iain D. Mciver
Lawyer
Iain graduated from the University of British Columbia, Faculty of Arts, with a major in Political Science in 1986 and Faculty of Law in 1989. He completed his articles with Saunders, Fabris and Murphy and later joined the firm upon being called to the bar in 1990. Iain's practice is focused in...
40 Cavan St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5M2
Onyx Law Group
At Onyx, we give you a legal voice by raising our arguments in emotional disputes. As a reputable boutique family and estate litigation firm based in the heart of Vancouver, we are creative legal counsel who solve complex problems. We are not afraid to advance novel arguments that will change...
650 West Georgia Street Suite 1215 - The Scotia Tower Vancouver, BC V6B 4N9
ADAM MCLEOD
Partner
Adam grew up in Burnaby and attended the University of British Columbia where he received a B.A. in History and International relations, and was a member of the UBC varsity track team. He studied law at the University of Saskatchewan, and completed the CLASSIC intensive clinical law program. In...
208-1899 Willingdon Avenue Burnaby, BC V5C5T1
Cora D. Wilson, J.D.
Barrister & Solicitor
Cora D. Wilson, co-founder of Wilson McCormack Law Group, is a strata lawyer, educator, publisher & editor of the publication, Voice from the Strata-Sphere (since 1998) and co-author of the book “Strata Property Act, A Practical Guide to Bylaws”. Ms. Wilson was called to the Bar in 1986 and...
630 Terminal Avenue North Nanaimo, BC V9S 4K2
Melanie L. Duggan
Partner
Melanie grew up in British Columbia but moved to the United States to complete her undergraduate and law degrees in Tennessee. During law school she was a member of the Moot Court Board and Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Society. She then practiced law in California for several years before returning...
201 - 64 Station Street Duncan, BC V9L 1M4
Alison Taylor
Lawyer
Alison obtained a Bachelor of Arts in 2001 from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Laws in 2004 from Queen’s University. Alison was called to the Bar of British Columbia in May 2005. She has a general civil litigation practice, which includes personal injury claims, insurance...
162 Fourth Street Duncan, BC V9L 1S3
Business Law Group
Business Law Group: Commercial Law Attorney, Corporate Lawyer and Business Attorney offering practical professional legal advice to suit your business. Call Us 250-448-5566
Suite 101 - 1593 Ellis St Kelowna, BC V1Y 2A7
John F. Coupar
John has been practicing law with Horne Coupar LLP since 1983, principally in the areas of wills and estate planning, incapacity planning, probate, estate administration, and related fields. A member of the firm’s Inheritance and Incapacity Planning Group, and the Estate Planning Council of...
612 View Street, Victoria, BC, V8W 1J5
Doug Flannigan
Doug Flannigan was raised in Western Canada and and received his legal education at the University of Manitoba. He was called to the British Columbia Bar in 1979. He practices in the areas of corporate and commercial law, tax law, property and administrative law and various types of commercial...
275 Lawrence Ave # 400 Kelowna
Richter Trail Lawers
litigation specialists Richter Trial Lawyers firm practice in Vancouver, one of the most diverse cities in the world. We specialize in estate, family and personal injury litigation. Lawyer and founder, John Richter, began the firm on the belief that a collegial workplace environment is essential...
Suite 310-5687 Yew Street, Vancouver, BC V6M 3Y2
Noah J. Ross
Noah was born in Victoria, BC and has lived for most of his life in British Columbia in the West Kootenays and on Vancouver Island. He obtained an Honours Bachelor degree with distinction in Political Science and a Masters Degree in Political Science with a specialization in Cultural, Social and...
#112–99 Chapel Street Nanaimo, BC V9R 5H3
McLarty Wolf Litigation Lawyers
With a combined litigation experience of over 65 years, our lawyers have a consistent track record of providing sound advice and representation in litigation matters to governmental agencies, corporations and hundreds of individuals. Our lawyers have conducted numerous Supreme Court trials,...
1216 - 808 Nelson St Vancouver, BC V6Z 2H2 Canada
Velletta Pedersen Christie
Velletta Pedersen Christie’s lawyers are based in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Our attorneys provide powerful, professional counsel to clients across Canada and around the globe. We know the law can be confusing so we have filled our web site with Information You Can Use. If...
931 Fort Street, 4th Floor Victoria BC V8V 3K3
Wilson Marshall Law Corporation
Wilson Marshall advises and represents clients in the areas of: corporate and business law, commercial real estate, residential real estate, family law, civil litigation, wills, trusts and estates. We seek to build long-term relationships with our clients in order to better anticipate and...
Suite 200 - 911 Yates Street Victoria, BC V8V 4X3