Sugden, McFee & Roos

Established in 1988, our firm has grown to become one of British Columbia's most respected litigation practices. We combine individual and collective expertise to deliver results-driven legal solutions across diverse and complex cases. Our commitment to creative problem-solving, straightforward advice, and compelling advocacy is rooted in decades of experience before courts and tribunals. Founding partners Rick Sugden, Robin McFee, and Albert Roos laid the foundation for a legacy of excellence, later joined by Patrick Lewis and Jean Whittow. We maintain a strong tradition of collegiality while attracting skilled advocates like Mike Shirreff to ensure continuity in our high standards. Our lawyers regularly handle leading cases in commercial litigation, real estate disputes, administrative law, employment matters, and personal injury claims.

Recognized by The Globe and Mail as one of Canada's Best Law Firms, we maintain rigorous peer-reviewed standards through affiliations with Best Lawyers and Lexpert. Our practice extends beyond traditional litigation to include criminal defense, public interest cases, and commissions of inquiry. With a focus on both trial advocacy and strategic behind-the-scenes counsel, we protect client interests through persuasive representation and proactive legal strategy. Our team's institutional experience in regulatory matters provides unique value to both individual and organizational clients navigating administrative law challenges.