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Andrea East
Andrea practices in the area of business law, with an emphasis on complex commercial transactions and First Nations transactions. In addition to her law firm experience, Andrea has acted as in-house counsel for a private corporation and a public body, managing drafting and negotiating commercial agreements in a wide variety of areas.
Andrea was a Judicial Law Clerk for the British Columbia Supreme Court before being called to the Bar of British Columbia in 2004. Andrea earned her Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of British Columbia, after completing three years towards a Bachelor of Arts from University of Victoria. While studying law, Andrea received the Prize in Conflicts Law for academic achievement in private international law.
Away from the office, Andrea enjoys spending time at the lake, practicing yoga and enjoying the beautiful Okanagan with her young family.
Practice Focus:
First Nations financing, leasing and property transactions
Advising First Nations with respect to commercial agreements
Complex commercial contract negotiation and preparation
Purchases and sales of businesses in a variety of industries
Commercial lease review and preparation
Shareholders agreements
Corporate reorganizations
Personal information protection in commercial transactions
Structuring of new companies and societies
Contest rules for sweepstakes
Copyright and licensing
Areas of Service:
Education:
LL.B - University of British Columbia
Professional and Community Activities:
Canadian Bar Association, Member
Kelowna Bar Association, Member
Kelowna Chamber of Commerce
Community Futures of the Central Okanagan, Volunteer Director
Breakout West and Western Canadian Music Awards, Host Committee Volunteer Member