Miller Titerle + Company

06/21/2024

Today we celebrate and honour the lives, histories, and rich and diverse cultures of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada.

There are many opportunities to celebrate and participate. Below is a small list of events taking place in Vancouver and Victoria for your consideration.

Carnegie Centre Street Party – beginning at noon and taking place at the 400 block on Main St., this celebration will feature speakers, crafts, smudging, cultural sharing, and performances. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4exKG8a

National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration at Ambleside Park – taking place from 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm. This celebration will shine a light on languages, cultures, and the immeasurable contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4c9qJ5X

National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration at Royal Roads – taking place from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, this event will feature Lekwungen Traditional Dancers and Singers, a welcome ceremony, and more! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3xtFIc0

National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration with the Quadra Village Community Centre – taking place from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, the community centre invites folks to join them for free Bannock and strawberries and an Indigenous market. Westwind Intertribal Big Drum will perform. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4c8I27u

MT+Co. is proud to partner with Indigenous Nations and Organizations to support their distinct needs and objectives. Learn more about our Indigenous Law Group here: https://bit.ly/3VQuZBU

06/20/2024

MT+Co.’s Litigation + Dispute Resolution Group was recently recognized by Benchmark Litigation Canada as the ‘Aboriginal Law Litigation Firm of the Year’.

Our Indigenous Advocacy and Reconciliation Team assists clients in the areas of Indigenous law, Aboriginal rights and title, governance, election disputes, reserve land issues, impact-benefit agreement interpretation, implementation and enforcement, resource and land rights, regulatory matters, the development of strategic approaches to the participation of Indigenous Nations in consultation and negotiation with the Crown and industry and the advancement of United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as part of the Canadian legal landscape.

This achievement is well deserved. Congratulations to the entire team, and thank you to our clients for trusting and partnering with MT+Co. to continue doing good things together.

Learn more about our Litigation + Dispute Resolution Group and Indigenous Advocacy and Reconciliation Team on our website: https://bit.ly/3V4CRy4 or contact the team’s Principal lawyers, Joelle Walker and Erin Reimer.

06/20/2024

Only one week until Connor Levy and Shannon Faleiro’s webinar session with Small Business BC.

Space is limited; register here to secure your place: https://bit.ly/3X9XNXa

Learn more about our Workplace Law Group here: https://bit.ly/3VwTfXR

On June 27, Connor Levy and Shannon Faleiro will host an informative webinar session with Small Business BC covering topics such as staying compliant with employment laws in BC and following best practices for creating employment contracts and handling terminations.

There is limited space available, register here to secure your place: https://bit.ly/3X9XNXa

Learn more about our Workplace Law Group here: https://bit.ly/3VwTfXR

06/18/2024

We're hiring!

We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join our team for an 8-month fixed term.

As an Accounting Assistant at Miller Titerle + Company, you will help the Finance team keep track of all general accounts payable and accounts receivable. You will support the Finance team by identifying and addressing inefficiencies, assisting with on- and off-boarding processes by setting up user accounts, supporting the billing team, and generally helping us stay on top of our service commitments. You’ll also get to flex your creativity and problem-solving skills on business activities and projects as we always strive for continuous improvement.

While the firm supports hybrid remote work, some in-office needs will require you to attend the office outside of your hybrid schedule.

Learn more about this role and apply here: https://bit.ly/4cJoBlF

06/13/2024

We’re hiring!

We are looking for an accounting supervisor to join our team for a 15-month maternity coverage.

As an accounting supervisor at Miller Titerle + Company, you work effectively with the director of finance + operations and accountant, legal professionals, support staff, and vendors.

You will supervise the day-to-day accounting functions of the firm, lead the accounting team, address inefficiencies, lead financial onboarding and offboarding processes, and ensure the maintenance of accurate and detailed financial records. You will also maintain the effectiveness of the firm’s accounting and tax functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable (billing and collections), payroll, and trust accounting.

While the firm is generally supportive of hybrid remote work, there will be some in-office needs that require you to attend the office outside of your hybrid schedule.

Learn more about this role and apply here: https://bit.ly/4chbCY0

06/12/2024

Members of the MT+Co. team attended the 2024 Allard Law Alumni Achievement Awards.

Held every two years, the Allard Law Alumni Achievement Awards celebrate the accomplishments of a handful of the many remarkable members of the alumni community.

We are grateful to have had the opportunity to celebrate the award winners and connect with our community at this incredible event.

Connect with our team or learn more about our legal service offerings on our website: https://bit.ly/3tM0UYH

06/06/2024

We’re hiring!

We are looking for 2L summer students to join the MT+Co. team in our Vancouver office. Temporary articling positions will run from May to August 2025 and work with our Business Law, Indigenous Law, Litigation + Dispute Resolution, and Workplace Law Groups.

This position is open to all 2L law school students.

If you are an interested applicant, email a copy of your cover letter, resume, undergraduate transcript, law school transcript, list of current and intended courses, and reference letters (optional) as one single PDF file to [email protected], Attention: Christina Nguyen, People + Culture Coordinator.

06/05/2024

On June 27, Connor Levy and Shannon Faleiro will host an informative webinar session with Small Business BC covering topics such as staying compliant with employment laws in BC and following best practices for creating employment contracts and handling terminations.

There is limited space available, register here to secure your place: https://bit.ly/3X9XNXa

Learn more about our Workplace Law Group here: https://bit.ly/3VwTfXR

06/04/2024

We’re Hiring!

We are looking for an Intermediate Corporate Paralegal to join our team.

The Corporate Services Team is growing and takes great pride in creating efficiencies and supporting the incoming work. We believe in learning and collaboration, offering numerous opportunities to grow your skills and learn from each other.

This role involves supporting lawyers in our Corporate Group, Business Law and Transactions Group, and Indigenous Law Group. While the firm generally supports hybrid remote work, the role requires a certain amount of in-office attendance.

Learn more about the role and apply here: https://bit.ly/4c9HUnT

05/31/2024

More often than not, we see civil court cases and human rights tribunal decisions that highlight poorly conducted workplace investigations and essentially offer a checklist of what employers should not do. However, in the recent case of Salanguit v. Parq Vancouver and another, 2024 BCHRT 119 (“Parq”), the BC Human Rights Tribunal (“Tribunal”) has provided employers with welcome guidance on how to handle a discrimination complaint and what an effective and reasonable workplace investigation looks like.

To learn how this case served as an excellent learning opportunity for employers on how to effectively navigate workplace complaints and investigations, read our full blog on our website.

Find our blog here: https://bit.ly/3wXKCxC

If you require assistance in drafting a bullying and harassment Policy or addressing or investigating a bullying and harassment complaint, reach out to the MT + CO Workplace Law Group.

Find the Workplace Law Group on our website: https://bit.ly/3VwTfXR

05/29/2024

On May 28, Merle Alexander joined the Senate of Canada via Zoom to testify as a witness on a panel of witnesses and provided a short opening statement regarding the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (UNDRIP). The Senate Standing Committee on Indigenous Peoples (APPA) is undertaking a study of the implementation of UNDRIP. The study’s focus includes the priorities raised within the government of Canada’s UNDRIP Action Plan. The future committee report will include recommendations to the Government of Canada related to the implementation of UNDRIP.

Merle spoke to the empowerment of Indigenous Peoples with two powerful arms: (1) the constitutional economic rights arm and (2) the self-determination, co-jurisdiction, and consultation arm.

Watch Merle’s testimony here:https://bit.ly/4bB8Qg5

To learn more about Merle’s work on UNDRIP, contact him via our website: https://bit.ly/4dWVSen

05/23/2024

Earlier this month, Joelle Walker attended the 2024 Benchmark Litigation Canada Annual Awards Gala in Toronto as a nominee for 'Aboriginal Law Litigator of the Year' and to represent our firm for the 'Aboriginal Law Litigation Firm of the Year' nomination.

We are proud to announce that MT+Co. was recognized as the winner of the 'Aboriginal Law Litigation Firm of the Year' award.

Congratulations to Joelle and the entire Litigation + Dispute Resolution Group. This recognition is well deserved!

05/22/2024

Erin Barnes spoke at the seventh annual Arctic Indigenous Investment Conference 2024. The conference, hosted on the traditional Territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta'an Kwäch'än Council, invited delegates from diverse backgrounds to engage in discussions on several topics and ventures that align with the principles and aspirations of Indigenous communities in the North.

Participants had the opportunity to hear from influential keynote speakers and take part in panel discussions and interactive workshops.

Erin spoke on a panel with Indigenous and Northern female lawyers moderated by Deputy Premier MacLean and shared their experiences incorporating legal expertise and Indigenous legal orders into sustainable projects. This session highlighted the significant contributions of women in these fields, focusing on their roles in shaping environmental policies, increasing Indigenous jurisdiction in major projects, and promoting global sustainability goals.

We are grateful to have participated in such an incredible conference.

05/21/2024

Last week, Michaela Pomponio was called to the BC bar, officially joining the MT+Co. team as a lawyer in our Business Law Group.

Congratulations, Michaela, from all of us at MT+Co.!

MT+Co. is fortunate to have another great lawyer join the firm.

05/08/2024

We are proud to recognize that Merle Alexander has been nominated as one of Canadian Lawyer’s Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers of 2024 in the category of Human Rights, Advocacy, and Criminal Law. Merle’s relentless advocacy of UNDRIP, a human rights instrument, is pivotal to uplifting Indigenous legal orders and is foundational to his practice. Merle is one of three Indigenous lawyers nominated for this award.

Nominees are selected from legal groups, Canadian Lawyer Magazine readers, and staff. Those chosen are recognized for their influence on the legal system over the last 18 months in various areas, including changemakers and human rights advocacy.

Cast your vote and repost for Merle today here: https://bit.ly/4dtlwae

Voting closes May 17.

05/07/2024

Sasha Platz has been recognized as a top nominee for Best of Kelowna 2024 and advanced to the voting round!

Vote for Sasha Platz for Best of Kelowna 2024 in the category of Best Lawyer.

Sasha helms our Kelowna branch of MT+Co. and is an exceptional lawyer. Her practice encompasses Mergers + Acquisitions, Commercial Real Estate, and Commercial Leasing.

Voting is open until May 17th.

Vote for Sasha here: https://linktr.ee/mtco.law?utm_source=linktree_admin_share

05/07/2024

Sasha Platz has been recognized as a top nominee for Best of Kelowna 2024 and advanced to the voting round!

Vote for Sasha Platz for Best of Kelowna 2024 in the category of Best Lawyer.

Sasha helms our Kelowna branch of MT+Co. and is an exceptional lawyer. Her practice encompasses Mergers + Acquisitions, Commercial Real Estate, and Commercial Leasing.

Voting is open until May 17th.

Vote for Sasha here: https://bestof.kelownanow.com/votes/

05/06/2024

On Sunday, May 5, we observed the National Day of Remembrance for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People, also called Red Dress Day. Beginning in 2010, Red Dress Day honours and brings awareness to the thousands of Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit folks who have gone missing or murdered.

Research and lived experience tell us that Indigenous women, girls, and 2S people experience more violence than their non-Indigenous sisters. This is due to past and present colonial laws and policies.

MT+Co.’s Marion Buller worked as Chief Commissioner for the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls from 2016 to 2019. Of this work, she remarked, “The work of the National Inquiry was very difficult, on so many different levels. I am forever grateful to the families and survivors who shared their truths with the world. What is important to me is the legacy of our work. - that the past and present genocide is slowly being accepted as true - both domestically and internationally.”

There are many organizations doing work to raise awareness and bring change.

Looking for a place to donate?

Consider:

Native Women’s Association of Canada: https://nwac.ca/donate

Legal Strategy Coalition on Violence Against Indigenous Women: https://www.leaf.ca/project/legal-strategy-coalition- on-
violence-against-indigenous-women-lsc/

Native Youth Sexual Health Network: https://www.nativeyouthsexualhealth.com/

Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society: https://vafcs.org/

Victoria Native Friendship Centre: https://vnfc.ca/

Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre: https://dewc.ca/

05/01/2024

Join us in celebrating Joelle Walker, Merle Alexander, KC, and Myles Brown for their well-deserved recognition as 2024 Benchmark Litigation Stars.

Benchmark Litigation is the only publication on the market to focus exclusively on litigation. Since its inception, Benchmark has grown and become the hub for in-depth analysis of the folks shaping the practice of litigation. The research for the awards is conducted through interviews with litigators, dispute resolution specialists, and their clients to identify the leading litigators and firms. Recent casework and professional opinions from peers and practitioners within the practice area are also taken into consideration.

MT+Co. has also been recognized as a Benchmark Recommended Firm for 2024.

Find our full announcement on our website: https://bit.ly/4djFvIu

04/25/2024

We’re Hiring!

We are looking for an IT + Facilities Manager to join our team for a 16-month maternity coverage.

The IT + Facilities Manager is a multifunctional role with management responsibility over Facilities and IT functions for multiple locations (Vancouver and Victoria).

Covering the Facilities + IT Manager position at Miller Titerle, you will oversee the internal day-to-day technology and office troubleshooting while supporting the IT + Facilities team. You will manage, oversee, and support various projects and project teams to implement new and existing technologies, coordinate workflows, track outstanding deliverables, and generally help us stay on top of our service commitments. You’ll also get to flex your project management and problem-solving skills on business activities, such as training, firm strategic planning, and continuous improvement projects.

This role involves supporting and reporting to the Director of Finance + Operations. You will be a member of the Business Operations and Leadership Team, which will require you to provide updates and strategic goals for your team and report back on any updates or upcoming changes. You will manage the Tech Roadmap team, which is responsible for auditing all current technology within the firm and strategically planning technology improvements and projects.

Learn more about the role and apply here: https://bit.ly/3wbbU3g

04/23/2024

Meet our team!

Flora is a lawyer in our Litigation + Dispute Resolution Group. As an advocate, Flora strives to achieve the best outcome possible for her clients. As an advisor, she endeavors to provide clients with timely and solutions-oriented advice.

While Flora maintains a broad civil and commercial practice, she has particular experience with judicial reviews of residential tenancy disputes, taxpayer appeals, real property claims, and appellate matters, taking a pragmatic approach to every file.

Flora loves to stay physically active, her current passions being boxing and basketball. Flora also prioritizes quality time with friends and family outside of work (usually over a glass of wine).

Find Flora on our website: https://bit.ly/3va2LaI

04/19/2024

Meet Our Team!

Adria is an accounting assistant on our Finance Team. She is a collaborative and supportive team member, working hard to create and improve existing systems to achieve higher efficiency and consistency. Adria has worked in the finance industry for ten years and in legal for five, gaining a plethora of experience in commercial and residential real estate trust, banking, and conveyancing.

Adria loves to travel. During the summers, you can find her enjoying the sun at the beach or camping out in nature on weekends.

Find Adria on our website: https://bit.ly/49RXsuY

04/16/2024

Meet our team!

Evan is a billing coordinator on our Finance team. He is a team player committed to problem-solving and eliminating redundancy.

Before joining MT+Co., Evan worked in a busy Real Estate group at a leading law firm in Vancouver, where he assisted the practice group leader in managing their practice. Evan is a clear and concise communicator, which he employs to ensure the efficient flow of information from lawyers, practice managers, and the rest of his team.

Outside of work, Evan can be found in front of a screen either watching a movie or stressing out while watching his favorite sports teams.

Find Evan on our website: https://bit.ly/4aydyen

04/15/2024

Merle Alexander joins the 2024 RIA Conference as a speaker. The conference takes place May 28-29 in Vancouver and will cover topics on the most critical issues impacting Responsible Investment and ESG.

Learn more about the conference here: https://bit.ly/4aT6PeM

04/12/2024

Meet our team!

Amanda is the accounting supervisor on our Finance Team. She is a team player, making herself available to her teammates, offering support when needed, and taking time to build open and honest communication pathways.

Amanda has been in the accounting industry for over 10 years, working in the legal, retail, and oil/mining sectors. During her tenure in accounting, she managed, mentored, and trained team members. In finance, Amanda possesses knowledge and experience in full-cycle accounting and financial reporting. She is self-sufficient and a dedicated team player.

Outside of work, Amanda likes to unwind by spending time with her dog, Chewie, reading a book, or watching a cooking show. She is an outdoor enthusiast and seizes any opportunity to rock climb, hike, or snowboard. When she isn’t taking advantage of the great outdoors, Amanda, a foodie, loves to travel and try new cuisines.

Find Amanda on our website here: https://bit.ly/3xxc5Gl

04/11/2024

Sasha Platz has been nominated for Best of Kelowna 2024 in the category of Best Lawyer!

Sasha helms our Kelowna branch of MT+Co. and is an exceptional lawyer. Her practice encompasses Mergers + Acquisitions, Commercial Real Estate, and Commercial Leasing.

Submit your nomination for Sasha for the Best of Kelowna awards in the “Finance and Law” category under the “Lawyer” subcategory.

Access the nomination form here: https://bit.ly/40VbQ1k

03/28/2024

Meet our team!

Carrie began her legal career as a legal assistant at an intellectual property law firm, eventually moving to trademark law. Carrie worked her way from legal assistant to paralegal to registered trademark agent. After her time as a registered trademark agent, Carrie spent time as a legal assistant in an IP and Technology law firm, where she discovered her passion for corporate law, which she pursued for the next ten years.

Carrie is passionate about harm reduction, helping people in the unhoused population in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver.

To unwind, Carrie loves practicing yoga and making anything miniature. She is currently in the process of renovating a vintage 1:6 scale doll house.

Find Carrie’s full bio here: https://bit.ly/43EtHvP

03/25/2024

The recent enactment of British Columbia’s Pay Transparency Act (the “Act”) has piqued widespread interest from both employers and employees throughout British Columbia. The Act, endeavors to address the documented gender-wage gap in B.C. by imposing certain restrictions and obligations on employers in the Province.

Given some uncertainty surrounding the Act, we set out to answer some questions raised by employers and employees during the Act’s first few months in force.

Read our full blog written by Jessica Jacobson and Connor Levy here: https://bit.ly/3PARKGs

If you have further questions about how the Act affects you or your organization, reach out to our MT+Co. Workplace Law Group.

03/22/2024

Proud Announcement – 5 MT+Co. Lawyers ranked in the 2024 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory!

Join us in celebrating Merle Alexander KC, Tamara Napoleon, and Rob Miller in the category of Indigenous Law and Jim Titerle in the category of Environmental Law.

We are excited to announce that this is Tyson Lamarsh’s first year ranked as a Leading Lawyer to Watch, a well-deserved accomplishment!

Find the full directory here: https://www.lexpert.ca/

03/19/2024

Only one week until our Student Open House!

The registration deadline is this Thursday, March 21, and space is limited.

RSVP here to ensure your spot: https://bit.ly/49Ikyoe

It’s that time of year! Join us in our Vancouver office on Tuesday, March 26, to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Location: 300 – 638 Smithe St., Vancouver, BC, V6B 1E3
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PST
Attire: Leave the suits at home - we’re keeping it casual.

We have limited spaces available. RSVP here to ensure your spot: https://bit.ly/49Ikyoe

We look forward to meeting you all!