Raphael Tachie

In the bustling city of Vancouver, Wei Kiat Sun shines as a key figure at Gowling WLG, contributing his expertise to the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group as a partner. With a keen focus on resolving disputes in commercial and corporate spheres, Sun also delves into construction issues, alongside managing risks and defending insurance cases. His work is pivotal in navigating the complex terrain of litigation, offering strategic solutions to clients facing challenges in these areas.

Parallel to Sun's litigation prowess, Raphael Tachie carves his own niche at Gowling WLG by leading the Private Client Services Group. Tachie's work is instrumental in guiding affluent individuals and financial bodies through the intricacies of estates and trusts law. His approach is tailored to align with the unique aspirations and values of his clients, ensuring their wealth management strategies are both tax-advantageous and personally meaningful. From estate planning to the smooth transition of businesses, Tachie's counsel covers a broad spectrum, ensuring peace of mind for those planning for the future or navigating the responsibilities of executorship and trust administration.

Beyond individual and family estate planning, Tachie extends his expertise to the corporate world, advising on regulatory impacts and compliance for financial products and services tailored to the elderly and vulnerable. His collaboration with financial institutions is aimed at fostering practices that meet the highest standards of legal and ethical compliance, benefiting both the institutions and their clients. Tachie's role as a trusted advisor to trust companies further underscores his comprehensive understanding of estate and trust administration, regulatory compliance, and product development within the fiduciary realm.

Raphael Tachie's influence stretches into the legal community, where he serves as the president of the Canadian Association of Black Lawyers (CABL) and contributes to the Canadian Bar Association and the Canadian Corporate Counsel Association. His insights also grace the editorial board of Canadian Lawyer magazine, reflecting his commitment to the legal profession and its evolution.

The educational backgrounds of Sun and Tachie are equally impressive, with paths through prestigious institutions like Simon Fraser University, where Tachie earned an Executive MBA, and the University of Victoria, where he obtained his Bachelor of Laws. Their careers have seen significant milestones, with Tachie's roles at TD Bank Group and Manulife Financial Corporation showcasing his leadership in legal counsel for estates, trusts, and vulnerable client groups, as well as tax, retirement, and estate planning.

As they continue their careers at Gowling WLG, both Sun and Tachie exemplify the firm's dedication to excellence across various practice areas, including private client services, financial services regulation, tax, and insurance & professional liability. Their journeys reflect not only their professional growth but also their significant contributions to the legal field and the communities they serve.