Chad Travis

At the helm of Lawson Lundell's Real Estate Group, Peter stands out as a guiding force. A spectrum of clients, ranging from pension funds and asset managers to developers and private firms, lean on his expertise for real estate ventures and corporate structuring advice across various projects and deals. Additionally, Peter spearheads the commercial leasing division, expertly handling a multitude of leases for both landlords and tenants in the retail, office, and industrial sectors.

Peter's influence extends into academia as an Adjunct Professor at the Peter A. Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia. His editorial insights benefit the British Columbia Land Title Practice Board, where he has been an active member since 2023. His leadership skills were highlighted during his tenure as Chair of the Vancouver Real Property Subsection of the Canadian Bar Association between 2007 and 2008, a role that underscores his longstanding commitment to the Canadian Bar Association's BC Branch since 2000. His contributions to the legal community also include his role as a contributing author to the British Columbia Due Diligence Deskbook and co-chairing the CBA/BCLS Air-Space Subdivision Task Force. As a member of the Law Society of British Columbia since 2000, Peter also engages with the Urban Development Institute and the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties, sharing his knowledge as a speaker. His affiliation with the International Council of Shopping Centers further showcases his engagement in the field.

Peter's commitment to community service is evident through his directorship roles with the Vancouver Thunderbirds Minor Hockey Association from 2017 to 2023 and the Richmond Hospital Foundation from 2013 to 2016. His involvement with the Canadian Friends of Hebrew University's UBC Law School Faculty Exchange Program, Congregation Beth Israel's Board of Directors between 2008 and 2010, and memberships in various clubs and associations highlight his dedication to giving back to the community.

Having been admitted to the British Columbia Bar in 2000, Peter's educational background includes a B.A. from the University of Western Ontario in 1996 and an LL.B. from the University of British Columbia in 1999. His professional journey is deeply rooted in the real estate sector, where his leadership, knowledge, and expertise have made significant impacts.