Liyan Wu

In the bustling heart of Vancouver, Liyan, a dynamic associate at Lawson Lundell LLP, breathes life into the legal landscape of the Asia Pacific Group. Her expertise unfurls across a spectrum of commercial real estate ventures, guiding clients through the complexities of buying, selling, and financing real estate. From sprawling shopping centers to high-rise apartment complexes, commercial spaces, industrial zones, and beyond, Liyan navigates it all with precision. Her acumen extends to aiding in the development of raw lands and the intricacies of manufactured home locales, offering a comprehensive suite of services for real estate developers. This includes crafting partnerships, navigating development contracts, managing subdivision plans, and ensuring the smooth execution of construction financing and insurance solutions.

Beyond the realm of real estate, Liyan's versatility shines as she supports private entities in transactions involving shares and assets, corporate restructuring, and the drafting of commercial contracts. Her expertise also encompasses corporate governance, providing a robust foundation for businesses to thrive. Delving into the personal side of law, she offers sage advice on trust and estate planning, probate processes, and the resolution of estate conflicts, ensuring peace of mind for all involved.

A polyglot, Liyan's proficiency in Mandarin and her ability to read and write in Chinese add a unique dimension to her practice, bridging cultural and linguistic gaps for her clients. Her professional journey is marked by membership in esteemed legal communities including the Law Society of British Columbia, the Canadian Bar Association, the Christian Legal Fellowship, and the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers, highlighting her active engagement with the legal fraternity.

Liyan's legal prowess is underpinned by a solid educational foundation, holding a J.D. from the University of Calgary, a Master's from the University of British Columbia, and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Prince Edward Island. Her admission to the bar in both British Columbia and Alberta further cements her standing in the legal community.

Specializing in Corporate Commercial Law, Estate Planning and Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity & Venture Capital, and Real Estate, Liyan exemplifies a multifaceted approach to the legal profession, navigating the intricacies of law with a blend of expertise, dedication, and cultural fluency.