Fasken‘s British Columbia disputes capabilities take in class action defence, administrative and public law matters, corporate and securities litigation, contractual disputes, white collar and competition litigation and arbitration. The team, which is lauded by one client as ’dedicated and capable’, is frequently instructed by corporate clients in the tech, healthcare, mining and pharma segments. Tracey Cohen KC and Andrew Nathanson KC share leadership of the department. Cohen specializes in class actions, oppression proceedings, derivative actions, pension litigation and professional negligence mandates. Nathanson has notable experience in commercial litigation and white-collar crime matters. Additional key contacts include Geoffrey Cowper KC (commercial law, public law and human rights); Andrew Borrell (class action defence); and ‘legal prodigy’ Gavin Cameron, who has focused his practice on commercial disputes and white-collar criminal investigations. Alexandra Mitretodis departed for an in-house role in October 2024.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘What sets Fasken apart is the firm’s reputation of having the most learned practitioners.'
‘Gavin Cameron is without a doubt a legal prodigy. He fiercely protects the Rules of the Supreme Court and conducts himself (and the interests of his client) in a way that’s always of the highest ethical standard.'
‘Dedicated and capable group which went the extra mile for us as a client. Responsive and knowledgeable about the law.’
‘Tracey Cohen KC is smart and totally dedicated to serving her client's needs.’
‘The Fasken team is young but they have a wealth of experience backed by data. Billing is transparent, and the collaboration with the client makes it easy to work together. We always know where we're heading with a plan presented before a proceeding, and their ability to resolve complex issues is commendable.’
‘Their communication level with the resources they have access to and teamwork in the background provide a single point of contact, ensuring peace of mind throughout.’
Key clients
- The Assembly of First Nations
- Skeena Resources
- Sandoz Canada
- Marsh Canada Limited/Marsh Canada Limited and Thomas Liu
- Hootsuite
- Proctorio, Incorporated
- Conqora Capital Partners
- Verano Holdings
- Trustees of the B.C. Credit Union Employee’s Pension Plan
Work highlights
- Represented the class members in a class action that was brought against the federal government in relation to the chronic underfunding of the on-reserve child welfare system and under-funding of essential services to First Nations children and families.
- Acted for the defendant, Google LLC, in three privacy-related putative class actions.
- Acted for Skeena Resources in a dispute relating to a mine in Northern British Columbia.
Lawyers
Hall of fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Tracey Cohen KC; Andrew Nathanson KC
Other key lawyers
Gavin Cameron; Andrew Borrell