Our Lawyers

Alf carries on a litigation practice concentrating on labour and employment law as well as commercial and insolvency litigation matters.
 
Alf is a graduate of the University of British Columbia with Bachelor of Commerce Degree and a Bachelor of Law Degree. He joined Pushor Mitchell in 1982 and became a partner in 1985. He is the author of a number of articles on labour and employment and has spoken to many diverse groups on these topics.

Allan has a litigation practice with a specific focus on construction law, wills and estate disputes and personal injury law. He has successfully represented clients with a wide range of personal and business disputes.

As a business lawyer, Andrea loves the challenge of guiding her clients through complex commercial transactions and real estate projects, and she strives for excellence with every task. Andrea has previously acted as in-house counsel at a private corporation and a public body, experiences that provide insight into her clients’ perspectives.

Andrew practices in the areas of business law, real estate law and wills and estates.

Andrew received his Bachelor of Commerce degree from Queen’s University in 2002 and his Law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2005. He was called to the bar in Ontario in 2006 and then to the bar in British Columbia in 2008. 

Ashleigh is an associate lawyer at Pushor Mitchell LLP who practices primarily in the areas of family and criminal law.

Blair’s practice area is business law with a specific focus on corporate, securities and technology law matters.

Brian practices in the area of civil litigation with a focus on family law.

Clarke practices law in the area of criminal litigation and civil litigation.

In his criminal law practice, Clarke has extensive experience preparing and defending our clients. He has represented individuals and companies on everything from minor motor vehicle offences to serious crimes. He also represents the Attorney General of Canada as a prosecutor for offences under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Income Tax Act, Bankruptcy Act and other Federal Acts. 

Geord’s practice deals with all areas of real estate law and business law, with a particular focus on real estate development.  He has lengthy experience in raising private capital under exemptions within the Securities Act and Rules, and has acted for developers of projects in foreign jurisdictions marketing within British Columbia.  He also has a niche practice in adoption law

Greg is a litigation lawyer, acting for clients involved in various kinds of disputes. His litigation work is focused primarily on personal injury matters and employment. In addition, he acts for clients involved in general commercial disputes, including contract disputes, real estate disputes, and insurance disputes.

James’ practice includes a wide range of business law matters, real estate law and estate planning.

Joni’s practice encompasses a range of civil litigation areas, including estate litigation, wills and labour and employment issues, and disputes related to real property.

Katy practices law in the area of business law and civil litigation.

Keri Grenier is a passionate and caring lawyer for those who have been injured in accidents or through the negligence of others. Focusing her law practice on personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death matters, she understands the issues and anxieties facing those who have suffered injuries and responds with practical information and timely solutions to their needs and concerns.

Lisa practices exclusively in the area of family law and heads our Family Law Group.

One of the most respected trial lawyers in the Okanagan Region, Mark Baron has spent more than 30 years advocating for and defending his clients’ interests in courts throughout British Columbia.

Mark practices in the area of civil litigation with a focus on construction and employment matters.

Matt is developing a litigation practice with a focus on real estate litigation, strata law, estate disputes and insolvency issues.

Matt’s practice is focused on the area of tax law, and includes the areas of business law, tax litigation, trusts and estate planning.

What ties together the areas of Melodie’s practice – tax, business, wills, estates and trusts law? A common goal: to provide highly effective, approachable, and accessible legal service to each of her clients, regardless of how complex or technical the issues might be.

Monica practices law in the area of criminal litigation and civil litigation.

Nick practices primarily in the areas of civil litigation and criminal law, representing and assisting clients in a range of matters at both the Provincial and Supreme Court levels.

Paul's practice area is personal injury and is limited to acting on behalf of the injured, with an emphasis on brain injury claims, spinal injuries, death claims and medical malpractice claims. He also has considerable experience in product liability cases, and has been involved in cases against motor vehicle manufacturers in Canada, the United States, and the United.Kingdom. He is a past member of the Board of Governors and Executive of the Trial Lawyers Association of B.C.

Ron’s practice areas are primarily business law, real estate law, estate planning and financial institution security.

Steve’s practice is litigation based with a considerable emphasis on commercial disputes, insurance defence, real estate litigation work as well as realization and bankruptcy and insolvency issues.

 Sue’s practice deals with all areas of business law, real estate law and estate planning.

Taryn is a member of the firm’s Family Law Group. Her practice in general civil litigation includes a specific focus on family law. 

One of the most experienced and highly respected lawyers in the Okanagan Valley, Theresa Arsenault, Q.C., specializes in estate planning and trusts, First Nations transactions and land development, and business and real estate law. She is frequently sought out as a speaker on all these topics and more.

Tom’s practice includes a wide range of tax law matters including tax planning, company law, corporate reorganizations, trusts, estate planning and succession planning for family businesses for clients. He has considerable experience dealing with the Canada Revenue Agency and representing taxpayers in income tax and GST appeals. Tom also advises clients with charitable giving and has established a large number of non-profit societies, registered charities and private foundations.

Vanessa practices in the areas of business law, real estate and wills and estates. As a Registered Trade-mark agent with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, her business law practice has a specific focus on intellectual property law, including filing Canadian and US trade-mark applications and advising clients on infringement issues. Her real estate practice is expanding to serve purchasers and vendors of freehold property and First Nations Land Developments.