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Farris LLP

Corporate/Commercial

Canada Guide 2026 : British Columbia

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Farris LLP

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With more than 30 lawyers, the Corporate/Commercial group at Farris is relied upon by clients to assist with a wide range of matters, across a variety of industries. Unique amongst most large law firms, our corporate lawyers are first trained as generalists before they specialize in any given area of business law. We believe a broad legal knowledge of the key business law issues affecting businesses and industries enables us to help our clients solve their legal problems –big or small–quickly and effectively.

Delivering on our clients’ goals and ambitions means working closely with our clients to develop work plans tailored to their particular needs in terms of scope and budget. Our clients rely upon our advice regarding capital raising, finance strategies, governance issues, succession planning, insourcing, and outsourcing. Our lawyers assist with contract drafting and negotiations, securing regulatory approvals, agreements for joint ventures, and acquiring or selling aspects of a business. We regularly advise on privately negotiated transactions, controlled auctions, plans of arrangement and take-over bids, as well as reorganizations and restructurings for tax optimization.

Industries (7)

  • Cannabis
  • Emerging Companies & Start-Ups
  • Food, Beverage & Agribusiness
  • Hospitality & Leisure
  • Life Sciences
  • Private Enterprise
  • Technology

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Corporate/Commercial - British Columbia

What the Team is Known For

Farris is a well-established regional law firm that is highlighted for its regular involvement in transactions of note in BC. The corporate and commercial group often advises on transactions involving First Nations; its other areas of expertise include capital markets, private equity and corporate finance work. The firm's industry expertise covers mining, energy and transportation. It also stands out for its representation of government entities and other major provincially headquartered clients. The group is well versed in handling cross-border transactions and has offices in Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna and Surrey.

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Work Highlights

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  • Farris represented Argenta Silver on its successful acquisition of the El Quevar silver project in Salta province, Argentina.

Strengths

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  • The team excels in customer service and reaching practical, well-explained solutions on a timely basis.

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  • Farris is very well-versed in our business and commercial space.

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  • Farris is an excellent corporate law and M&A team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Mitchell H. Gropper KC
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    Mitchell H. Gropper KC

    Vancouver-based Mitchell Gropper KC is a seasoned lawyer with a longstanding practice that encompasses strengths in M&A, securities and corporate finance transactions.

    • He is arguably Canada's top corporate lawyer.

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    • Mitch brings years of expertise to the table.

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Ranked Individuals at Farris LLP (1)

British Columbia

Members

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  • R. Hector MacKay-Dunn

  • James Hatton

  • Maria McKenzie

  • Peter M. Roth

  • Brian R. Canfield

  • H. Jay Sujir

  • Dean A. O'Leary

  • Ronald G. Murray

  • Bo Rothstein

  • David J. Selley

  • Denise C. Nawata

  • Gord Love

  • Robert Veitch

  • B.Sunny Aujla

  • Daniel Everall

  • Kristil Hammer

  • Tevia R.M. Jeffries

  • Robert S. Anderson

  • Jamie R. Matthews

  • Ryan McCracken

  • Mike Wagner

  • Mitchell H. Gropper

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