With a longstanding reputation for litigation and dispute resolution in British Columbia, Nathanson, Schachter & Thompson continues to be sought out for advise on real estate and property disputes, securities cases and contract disputes. The group receives key support from Irwin Nathanson KC on large contractual and property disputes, and Stephen Schachter KC on class actions and professional negligence. James MacInnis KC is an authority on construction disputes and mining claims, whilst Karen Carteri, FCIArb. stands out for her work in complex shareholder and partnership disputes. Emily Hansen and James Parker were promoted to partner in January 2025, whilst Julia Lawn, who is now a Justice at the BC Supreme Court, and Peter Senkpiel KC left the firm in March 2025.
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Irwin Nathanson KC; Stephen Schachter KC; James MacInnis KC; Karen Carteri; Emily Hansen; James Parker; Mark Oulton KC; Julia Lockhart; Kayla Strong