The Vancouver litigation and dispute resolution group at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP benefits from the firm’s national and international presence, and has appeared before all levels of British Columbia courts. Practice head Rebecca von Rüti stands out for her work in class action defence cases. Kevin Wright is involved in competition and antitrust class actions, and David Neave has experience in products liability and commercial litigation. Counsel John Landry KC strengthens the team’s international trade, energy and rail transportation offering. Shea Coulson left the firm in January 2025. The team gained two new partners and four counsel from Clark Wilson LLP in November 2024.
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Testimonials
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‘David Neave is a seasoned statesman in litigation.'
'Rebecca von Rüti is a very good litigator and drafter.’
‘This practice offers a solid combination of industry knowledge and practical solutions, with focus on technology, flexible billing and team collaboration. Clients may find the team's experience and diverse skill set useful, particularly when compared to more traditional firms.’
‘Rebecca von Rüti is distinguished by her consistent professionalism, practical insight, and ability to collaborate effectively across teams.’
Key clients
- Bristol-Myers Squibb
- Pfizer Inc., Pfizer Canada ULC and PF Prism C.V.
- Fiserv
- McGraw Hill LLC and McGraw-Hill Ryerson Limited
- Match Group
- Baker Hughes/Brush Group
- Home Depot
- Moneygram Payment Systems, Inc and Moneygram Payment Systems Canada, Inc.
- Teal Cedar Products Ltd.
- Tolko Industries Ltd.
Work highlights
Representing Bristol-Myers Squibb (“BMS”) in 6 separate proposed national class actions brought with respect to opioids.
Defended Ford Motors in a BC class proceeding and continuing to defend Ford Motors in a Québec class proceeding alleging various misrepresentation claims with respect to fuel efficiency and mileage.
Acting for Pfizer in three product liability class proceedings commenced in BC, Ontario and Quebec in respect to Xeljanz/Xeljanz XR.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Rebecca von Rüti
Other key lawyers
Kevin Wright; David Neave; John Landry KC