Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Victoria, BC
JB Lawyers LLP has been a trusted legal partner in Victoria, British Columbia since 1973. Originally established as Jawl & Bundon, our firm has built a reputation for delivering exceptional legal counsel to individuals, businesses, and organizations across Canada. With a team of over 20 legal professionals, we combine deep industry knowledge with personalized service to address complex legal challenges in corporate and commercial law, real estate, wills and estates, family law, and commercial lending. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our client-centric approach, which prioritizes practical solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. The firm's lawyers bring decades of collective experience, with specialized expertise in areas ranging from business succession planning to land development.We maintain strong relationships with tax advisors, financial institutions, and community organizations to provide comprehensive legal support. Our dedication to professional excellence is evidenced by our long-standing presence on Vancouver Island and recognition through community leadership roles. We emphasize transparent communication, ethical practice, and cost-effective strategies to ensure client satisfaction. With generations of combined legal experience, we continue to evolve while maintaining the personalized service that has defined our practice for over 50 years.
Services
Corporate Law
Real Estate Law
Wills & Estates
Family Law
Commercial Lending
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of legal experience serving Vancouver Island clients
- Our team includes 20+ legal professionals with specialized practice areas
- We provide tailored solutions in corporate law, real estate, and estate planning
- Our lawyers maintain active roles in local community organizations
- We combine technical expertise with personalized client service
Services
Corporate Law
Our corporate law practice advises businesses on entity formation, governance, mergers and acquisitions. We help clients structure corporations, partnerships, and non-profit organizations while ensuring compliance with Canadian business regulations. Our lawyers negotiate shareholder agreements and joint ventures, particularly with First Nations partnerships, and assist with tax-planned corporate reorganizations. With experience in both private and public sector transactions, we provide strategic counsel throughout a business's lifecycle from startup to exit strategies.
Real Estate Law
We handle all aspects of real estate transactions including residential conveyancing, commercial acquisitions, and land development. Our services cover title review, due diligence, financing arrangements, and compliance with the Land Owner Transparency Act. We represent developers in subdivision processes and assist with construction contracts using CCDC forms. The firm also advises on commercial leasing matters for office, retail, and industrial properties across Vancouver Island, ensuring clients meet all regulatory requirements while protecting their property investments.
Wills & Estates
Our estate planning practice focuses on wills, trusts, and incapacity planning. We help clients create comprehensive estate plans that address asset distribution, guardianship arrangements, and tax considerations. The firm assists with probate administration and estate litigation matters, including disputes over asset division and executor responsibilities. Our lawyers also handle elder law issues and work with clients to establish enduring powers of attorney and healthcare directives that ensure their wishes are respected in future decision-making.
Family Law
We provide family law services including marriage agreements, separation agreements, and divorce proceedings. Our lawyers represent clients in parenting arrangement negotiations, child support determinations, and property division matters. The practice includes collaborative family law approaches and mediation services to resolve disputes amicably. We also handle complex financial settlements and work with clients to develop parenting plans that prioritize children's best interests while ensuring fair outcomes for all parties involved in family law matters.
Commercial Lending
The firm represents financial institutions and private lenders in secured financing transactions. We handle capital, construction, and operating loans with expertise in CMHC-insured financing arrangements. Our services include preparing mortgage documentation, conducting title reviews, and ensuring compliance with lending regulations. We work with borrowers to meet lender conditions efficiently while protecting their interests in loan agreements. The practice also covers debt restructuring and enforcement of security interests when necessary to protect lenders' positions.
People
Matthew Roberts
Associate
Corporate and real estate lawyer with experience in international relations and insurance industry background. Graduated with Co-Operative Education designation from University of Victoria. Speaks multiple languages and actively engages in Victoria's sports and cultural communities.
Leah Robinson
Associate
Family law specialist with trauma-informed approach, volunteering with Victoria Sexual Assault Centre. Holds psychology degree and law degree from University of Ottawa. Focuses on collaborative family law processes and community engagement through athletics and volunteer work.
Robert Milne
Associate Counsel
Practicing since 1975 with extensive community board involvement including Pacific Opera Victoria and AIDS Vancouver Island. Provides corporate and real estate counsel with deep local institutional knowledge and long-standing community leadership experience.
Nathan Lampard
Partner
U.S.-trained lawyer with international experience in Hawaii and Connecticut. Specializes in business entity structuring and real estate transactions. Holds cum laude law degree from University of Hawaii and combines global perspective with local Victoria knowledge.
Pheng Heng
Partner
Active in local community organizations including Estate Planning Council of Victoria. Transferred expertise from Alberta practice to Victoria, focusing on business reorganizations and estate planning. Maintains involvement with Canadian Association of Family Enterprises and sustainability initiatives.
Questions
What areas of law does JB Lawyers specialize in?
We specialize in corporate and commercial law, real estate transactions, wills and estates, family law, and commercial lending across Vancouver Island and British Columbia.
How long has JB Lawyers been in business?
Our firm has provided legal services since 1973, originally established as Jawl & Bundon before becoming JB Lawyers LLP.
Do you serve clients outside Victoria?
Yes, we serve clients throughout British Columbia and Canada, with particular expertise in Vancouver Island matters.
What experience do your lawyers have?
Our team includes lawyers with decades of experience, multiple practice areas, and advanced legal education from institutions across Canada and internationally.
How do you handle real estate transactions?
We manage all aspects including title review, financing arrangements, and compliance with Land Owner Transparency Act requirements for residential and commercial properties.
Can you assist with business succession planning?
Yes, our corporate law practice includes business succession planning, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate reorganizations for owner-managed businesses.
