Wei Sun

In the bustling legal landscape of Vancouver, Wei Kiat Sun emerges as a standout partner at Gowling WLG, where he lends his expertise to the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group. His legal acumen spans across various facets of law, with a keen focus on navigating the complexities of commercial and corporate disputes, construction issues, and the nuances of risk management and insurance defense.

At the heart of Wei Kiat's professional ethos is a deep commitment to understanding the intricacies of his clients' ventures. He strives to serve not just as a lawyer, but as a strategic partner, offering guidance that aligns with their long-term goals. Whether it's averting potential legal hurdles or resolving current disputes, his strategies are always tailored to safeguard their business interests, preserve their reputation, enhance relationships, and steer clear of future risks.

Wei Kiat's expertise extends to advising a diverse clientele that spans architects, engineering firms, manufacturers, and entities from the technology, restaurant, agriculture, and non-profit sectors. His proficiency is particularly noted in the construction and transportation fields, where he delivers counsel on risk management and the resolution of contractual disputes to developers, contractors, and various institutional bodies.

Having been admitted to the Bar, Wei Kiat has showcased his legal prowess across all judicial levels in British Columbia. His wide-ranging experience covers disputes related to property development and construction, strategic business planning, director and officer liabilities, shareholder and partner conflicts, contractual claims, and a plethora of other legal challenges including estate litigation, product liability, and class action defenses.

With a background in law from the University of British Columbia, where he obtained his LLB after completing a B.Sc. with a minor in Economics, Wei Kiat's educational journey laid the foundation for his legal career. He further enriched his knowledge by completing the Canadian Securities Course, marking his readiness to tackle the financial aspects of legal disputes.

Fluency in English and conversational skills in Teochew enable Wei Kiat to bridge communication gaps, enhancing his ability to serve a broader client base. His practice areas, notably in infrastructure, construction and engineering, commercial litigation, along with litigation and dispute resolution, and insurance and professional liability, underscore his versatile legal expertise.

From his initial call to the Bar in British Columbia to his ongoing contributions to the legal field, Wei Kiat Sun remains dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal solutions that not only resolve immediate issues but also fortify his clients' positions for future success.