Patrick J. Sullivan
Canada Guide 2024
Band 2 : Litigation: Securities
Band 2
About
Provided by Patrick J. Sullivan
Practice Areas
Recognized as a leading securities and corporate-commercial litigator, Patrick runs an active and varied practice involving shareholder and contractual disputes, oppression matters, takeover battles, defamation claims, civil fraud, trust claims, capital markets, corporate governance issues, complex regulatory matters, and securities violations.
A fierce advocate with a sensible and forthright demeanor, Patrick garners trust and respect among clients, judges, and opposing counsel alike. Employing a results-driven approach and ensuring strategic alignment with clients’ long-term goals have contributed to Patrick’s extensive track record of success in complex, high-stakes and multi-party disputes. Indeed, many prominent members of British Columbia’s business community have, at some point, relied on Patrick’s guidance, advice and expertise.
Patrick leads Whitelaw Twining’s securities law group and is the backbone of the firm’s commercial litigation practice. Those fortunate enough to work with him ubiquitously describe Patrick as an outstanding mentor, generous with his time and palpably invested in the professional development of individual team members and the accomplishments of his team as a whole.
Professional Memberships
Called to the British Columbia bar in 1996