Clark Wilson LLP

Clark Wilson LLP We are one of Western Canada's largest law firms with 32 practice areas to cover your business & personal needs.

Business-Minded

We are a multifaceted firm with a strong track record of being highly integrated into our clients’ businesses. Known for our industry insight, entrepreneurial culture and strategic networks, we actively seek to connect our clients with the people, resources and solutions they need to succeed. We are proud of our long history serving clients in core sectors of the business communit

y, including in the constantly evolving technology industry, the rapidly expanding real estate sector as well as in energy and natural resources, consumer goods and services, infrastructure and construction, finance and venture capital and economic development on First Nations lands. Tangible evidence of the work achieved by our clients and the legal support we provide is all around us—Vancouver’s skyline, transit line and airport as well as many of the companies and brands that we encounter every day. We are proud to be involved with the developments, industries and infrastructure that define our city, our province and our market. As active and engaged members of the corporate community—our lawyers are members of business and community boards, directors of industry associations and sought-after speakers on trending topics—we are recognized as leaders in the market with strong relationships to business. Vancouver-Based, Globally Connected

Our lawyers help Canadian companies grow their business internationally, protecting their domestic interests and ensuring that, when it is needed, they are connected with the best resources in other jurisdictions. Similarly, we regularly are called on by international companies and their foreign legal representation to assist them in successfully expanding their businesses into British Columbia and Canada. Our strong profile has earned us consistent recognition as one of Western Canada’s leading law firms. Service-Oriented

Our clients count on us to achieve results and provide value quickly and efficiently. We have created in-house technologies and innovations that streamline processes, facilitate collaboration and communication, and support our clients in managing their business and legal projects. At times, delivering value lends itself to different forms of alternative fee arrangements and other innovative options. We welcome the opportunity to speak with clients about their needs and how we can best work together to support them in achieving their goals.

Clark Wilson LLP partner Aaron Pearl will present at the Fraser Valley Notary Chapter on June 2, 2026, at the Sandman Si...
05/29/2026

Clark Wilson LLP partner Aaron Pearl will present at the Fraser Valley Notary Chapter on June 2, 2026, at the Sandman Signature Langley Hotel.

Aaron’s presentation, Bare Trusts, Express Trusts & Resulting Trusts — Practical Concepts for Notaries, will explore how to identify and distinguish trust relationships commonly encountered in practice, with a focus on real-world applications relevant to notaries.

Aaron will share insights to help notaries navigate complex trust concepts with greater clarity and confidence.

1 Week to Go!There’s still time to secure your spot for this insightful half-day seminar on business transactions, succe...
05/28/2026

1 Week to Go!

There’s still time to secure your spot for this insightful half-day seminar on business transactions, succession planning, acquisitions, and more — featuring Pratibha Sharma and David Ford JD FEA of Clark Wilson LLP alongside leading industry advisors.

Seats are almost gone. Register now:

Join Partners, Pratibha Sharma and David Ford, at a confidential half-day Seminar to learn valuable strategies for your next transaction.

What happens when a family property is transferred without any formal documentation?In Dhanda (Re), 2026 BCSC 819, the S...
05/27/2026

What happens when a family property is transferred without any formal documentation?

In Dhanda (Re), 2026 BCSC 819, the Supreme Court of British Columbia examined the complicated fallout of an undocumented property transfer between a mother and son after the son died without a will. The case highlights how unclear intentions and missing records can trigger costly litigation, unexpected personal liability, and disputes over whether property forms part of an estate.

Clark Wilson LLP associate Alison Colpitts and summer student Isaac Waller unpack the decision, exploring claims of resulting trust, estate administration challenges, and the Court’s practical solution to what it described as a “Gordian knot of litigation.”

Read the full update here:

By Alison Colpitts and Isaac Waller Handing down property to a child? Gifting the family cabin to your sibling? Property is often transferred between family … Continued

We’re proud to announce that Clark Wilson LLP has once again been recognized as the most-named law firm on Business in V...
05/27/2026

We’re proud to announce that Clark Wilson LLP has once again been recognized as the most-named law firm on Business in Vancouver’s annual “Biggest Real Estate Deals” list — marking an extraordinary 20th consecutive year at the top.

Published annually, Business in Vancouver’s “Biggest Real Estate Deals” list highlights the 100 largest real estate transactions in British Columbia, ranked by total deal value. The feature also recognizes the law firms, accounting firms, and advisors involved in these landmark transactions across the province.

The 2025 list marks two decades of industry leadership for Clark Wilson’s Commercial Real Estate Law group, a milestone that reflects the trust of our clients, the strength of our relationships, and the dedication of our legal professionals.

We are deeply grateful to our clients and industry partners for continuing to place their confidence in our team, and we congratulate everyone involved in these significant transactions shaping British Columbia’s real estate landscape.

For more information about the Biggest Real Estate Deals of 2025 list, click here: https://bit.ly/3PXQ1ye

Join Clark Wilson LLP at Pacific Business & Law Institute (PBLI)’s The Great Wealth Transfer: Navigating Estate Disputes...
05/27/2026

Join Clark Wilson LLP at Pacific Business & Law Institute (PBLI)’s The Great Wealth Transfer: Navigating Estate Disputes on May 28, 2026, at UBC Robson Square.

As one of the largest intergenerational wealth transfers in history continues to unfold, estate disputes are becoming increasingly complex. This program will explore the legal, practical, and procedural challenges that arise when navigating contested estates, family conflict, and questions surrounding testamentary intentions.

Clark Wilson Partner Aaron Pearl will present: Validity of the Will – Capacity and Undue Influence

This session will cover:
> Notices of dispute and when filing a notice of dispute may amount to an abuse of process
> The wills exception to privilege
> Procedural issues post-Cepuran — when trials or hybrid procedures are justified
> Determining incapacity and who bears the burden of proof
> The distinction between inter vivos capacity and testamentary capacity
> What constitutes undue influence and who bears the burden of proof
> Examples of undue influence in estate disputes
> Addressing claims involving disgruntled or “entitled” heirs

Clark Wilson Counsel Geoffrey White, K.C., will lead discussions on Removing an Executor and a Q&A session.

Designed for wills, trusts, and estate lawyers, personal representatives, accountants, financial planners, trust officers, notaries, and related professionals, this program offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of estate litigation.

Register Now: https://bit.ly/3S4i7sb

On May 21, 2026, Clark Wilson LLP partnered with Genus Capital Management to present Dementia, Diminished Capacity & Fam...
05/25/2026

On May 21, 2026, Clark Wilson LLP partnered with Genus Capital Management to present Dementia, Diminished Capacity & Family Planning, an educational webinar exploring incapacity planning, dementia, and family preparedness.

Presented by Zachary Murphy-Rogers, TEP alongside Darryl Brown of Genus Capital Management, the session received overwhelmingly positive feedback from attendees, who highlighted the practical guidance, clear explanations, and interactive Q&A discussion.

Thank you to Genus Capital Management, Darryl Brown, and everyone who attended and contributed thoughtful questions and feedback.

Watch the webinar on demand: https://bit.ly/3Rt38Ic

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900/885 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC
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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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