Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Vancouver
Established in 1965, Barbeau Evans LLP has built a reputation as a trusted Canadian law firm specializing in cross-border and international legal solutions. Our practice spans business law, real estate, intellectual property, estate planning, and non-profit governance, serving clients ranging from individuals to multinational corporations. With decades of collective experience, we prioritize innovative problem-solving and cost-effective strategies tailored to complex legal challenges.Our team emphasizes transparency, ethical standards, and personalized service, ensuring clients receive pragmatic advice aligned with their unique needs. We maintain a global perspective while delivering localized expertise, supported by a track record of successful transactions and dispute resolutions across diverse industries.
Services
Business Law
Real Estate Law
Intellectual Property
Estate Planning
Non-Profit Governance
Art Law
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We have over 55 years of experience in cross-border legal transactions.
- Our team provides tailored solutions for complex international business structures.
- We maintain a client-centric approach with transparent communication.
- Our practice covers six core legal disciplines under one roof.
- We combine innovative strategies with proven expertise in dispute resolution.
Services
Business Law
We advise on domestic and international business structures, including corporations, partnerships, and trusts. Our expertise covers mergers, acquisitions, and cross-border transactions. Clients benefit from strategic planning to optimize financial and legal outcomes.
Real Estate Law
Our practice includes commercial real estate development, zoning, construction contracts, and financing. We handle complex transactions for residential and commercial properties, ensuring compliance with Canadian and international regulations.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans using wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Our services address probate avoidance, asset protection, and cross-border inheritance issues for individuals and families.
Intellectual Property
We manage trademark, copyright, and patent portfolios globally. Our services include licensing agreements, dispute resolution, and protection strategies for digital assets and fine art.
Art Law
Specialized legal advice on art transactions, provenance issues, and cultural property. We handle estate-related art law matters, including valuation disputes and international acquisition strategies.
People
Paul S.O. Barbeau
Partner
Paul Barbeau specializes in cross-border business structures and art law. With dual legal qualifications, he advises on international transactions and complex estate planning for high-net-worth clients.
Garth M. Evans
Partner
Garth Evans brings 45+ years of experience in commercial real estate and development. His expertise includes non-profit housing projects and large-scale property transactions across Western Canada.
Morgan Best
Associate
Morgan Best focuses on business law and estate planning. Admitted in 2016, she provides counsel on corporate governance, intellectual property, and trust administration for emerging enterprises.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in business law, real estate, intellectual property, estate planning, non-profit governance, and art law with cross-border transaction expertise.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Yes, we have extensive experience in cross-border transactions and advising foreign clients on Canadian legal requirements since 1965.
What estate planning documents do you recommend?
We recommend wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and representation agreements to create comprehensive estate plans that address asset protection and succession.
How do you approach art law cases?
Our art law practice combines expertise in wills, intellectual property, and international transactions to resolve disputes and structure art acquisitions.
Can you assist with non-profit organizations?
Yes, we advise on non-profit formation, governance compliance, and charitable trust administration to ensure organizations meet regulatory requirements.
