Geoffrey Cowper

Geoff Cowper, distinguished for his expertise in general litigation, has made notable contributions to both private and public legal battles across Canada and globally. His work spans critical areas such as commercial, public, and human rights law, often touching on issues of national and international significance. Beyond the courtroom, Geoff has played pivotal roles in community service, focusing on law reform, legal assistance, providing housing for the homeless, and fostering international economic growth and environmental conservation.

His professional journey is marked by engagement with various industries, including energy and climate, financial services, healthcare, mining, real estate, and the sectors of technology, media, and telecommunications. Geoff's practice areas are diverse, covering competition, marketing, foreign investment, corporate social responsibility, environmental issues, government relations, strategic communication during crises, and more. He offers strategic advice, delves into indigenous law, intellectual property, patents, industrial design, and stands out in litigation and dispute resolution. His expertise also extends to alternative dispute resolution, commercial litigation, defamation and media law, international arbitration, and white-collar defense.

In addition, Geoff has a profound impact on political law, focusing on election and finance laws, lobbyist registration, and public sector ethics. His educational background is anchored by a Law degree from the University of British Columbia, obtained in 1980.

Geoff's commitment to societal advancement is evident through his ongoing involvement with the StreetoHome Foundation since 2008 and his leadership within the Legal Services Society between 1998-2002 and 2003-2008. He has also provided legal counsel to significant commissions focused on First Nations policy, securities regulation, and the intersection of First Nations with policing.

His leadership and contributions have not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by his role as Chair of the BC Justice Reform Initiative from 2012 to 2015 and his tenure as a Fellow and Provincial Chair of British Columbia for the American College of Trial Lawyers between 2005 and 2007. Geoff Cowper's career is a testament to his dedication to the legal profession and his unwavering commitment to societal betterment through law.