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Fasken

Litigation: General Commercial

Canada Guide 2026 : British Columbia


Fasken

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We are adept at handling complex cases for the world’s leading businesses. Our seasoned litigators get results - both in and out of the courtroom.

We develop and execute a litigation strategy that helps you achieve your business objectives, allowing you to focus on your core business activities.

Fasken is recognized as having one of the leading litigation teams in Canada. Our litigators have won major trials and appeals for large multi-national companies in a diverse range of industries, including mining, technology, finance, communications, aviation, health, energy, and life sciences.

With over 150 lawyers, we provide depth of skill and expertise in all types of litigation, including commercial, class action, product liability, white collar crime, construction, arbitration, and defamation. Our experience allows us to anticipate issues before they arise and proactively assess and manage litigation risk.

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Litigation: General Commercial - British Columbia

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Fasken houses a premier dispute resolution practice in BC that is recognised for its ability to handle a wide range of contentious matters. Its client roster consists of a number of prestigious names, including companies in the pharmaceutical and healthcare, technology, natural resources and financial services industries. The Vancouver-based team offers expertise across a myriad of commercial disputes, including construction, competition and shareholder litigation. The team has additional proficiency in ADR, public law and white-collar crime cases, impressing with its skilled representation of individual clients. The firm also features a robust class actions practice, often working in collaboration with its other national offices.

Work Highlights

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  • Fasken counselled Verano Holdings in a dispute related to the client's termination of an arrangement agreement to acquire Goodness Growth Holdings in a USD413 million transaction.

Strengths

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  • The team has the ability to bring in people with specific experience as needed.

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  • Fasken are experts in the law and have more experience than most, which is a huge asset for creative strategy.

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  • Fasken has provided excellent and attentive client service and attention to detail.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Geoffrey Cowper
    Band 1Geoffrey Cowper

    Geoffrey Cowper

    Vancouver-based Geoffrey Cowper KC frequently represents major multinational organisations in commercial disputes at both provincial and federal levels. He is well versed in advising clients in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.

    • Geoff Cowper is an outstanding litigator and one of the top in Canada. His advocacy and strategic skills are unparalleled.

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  • Band 1Tracey M Cohen
    Band 1Tracey M Cohen

    Tracey M Cohen

    Tracey Cohen KC is based in Fasken's Vancouver office, where she co-leads the commercial litigation group. She is respected for her handling of a broad array of corporate and commercial disputes across Canada, including class actions. She has experience in both arbitration and litigious settings.

    • She has consistently demonstrated an unparalleled ability to navigate complex legal challenges with precision and insight.

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    • Tracey is an amazing lawyer.

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  • Band 2Andrew I Nathanson KC
    Band 2Andrew I Nathanson KC

    Andrew I Nathanson KC

    Andrew Nathanson KC is co-chair of Fasken's commercial litigation group in British Columbia. He regularly represents clients in leading commercial and regulatory disputes, including advising on shareholder litigation and environment-related disputes. He has extensive experience in claims concerning allegations of breach of fiduciary duty and breach of contract, as well as applications for injunctions.

    • He is among the most brilliant minds in this space.

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    • He is a very skilled and experienced litigator.

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  • Band 5Gavin Cameron
    Band 5Gavin Cameron

    Gavin Cameron

    Vancouver-based Gavin Cameron is known for his expansive commercial litigation practice. He is particularly well regarded for his experience in commercial arbitrations and insurance disputes.

    • Gavin is creative, dynamic and overall brilliant.

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    • He is very versatile.

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    • He is a rockstar.

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