Vancouver Commercial Litigation Lawyers

McKechnie & Company, Barristers, is a focused practice that handles construction, real property and debtor-creditor, and general commercial litigation for clients in Vancouver, the Lower Mainland and throughout British Columbia. Our lawyers practise in all British Columbia  courts including Small Claims, the Supreme Court, and the Court of Appeal. We also represent clients in mediations and arbitrations when these alternative modes of dispute resolution are the most effective way of resolving the dispute in issue

McKechnie & Company serves individuals, Small business owners, real estate owners and developers, commercial landlords and tenants, contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers who need quality, cost effective and experienced legal service.

Our practice areas include:

Construction Litigation

We represent owners, developers and contractors, subcontractors and material suppliers in connection with construction-related disputes including building liens, insurance coverage issues, deficiency claims, payment and collections issues, and other contractual disputes.

Debtor-Creditor Matters

We work with creditors and debtors to collect unpaid accounts, settle disputed debt claims, arrange repayment schedules, and enforce judgments. We are frequently involved in mortgage foreclosures as well as bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings, including proceedings under the federal Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies Creditor’s Arrangement Act.

Real Property Litigation

We represent both purchasers and vendors involved in disputes about residential, commercial and industrial property transactions, including disputes with real estate agents. We represent both landlords and tenants in commercial leasing disputes. We can assist in resolving boundary disputes between neighbouring properties or issues involving easements, rights of way, or cases involving nuisance or trespass.

General Commercial Litigation

If your business is faced with a contract disputes, shareholder disagreement or another type of legal issue arising in a commercial context, our lawyers can provide the experienced representation required to achieve effective resolution.