Matthew Milne

Matthew Milne serves at Singleton Urquhart Reynolds Vogel LLP, where his expertise shines in the realms of insurance defense and coverage, with a keen focus on construction-related matters. His approach is centered around forging strong relationships and applying practical problem-solving skills to navigate the complexities of construction and insurance cases, aiming always for the swift and favorable settlement of significant disputes.

In his role, Milne actively supports a diverse clientele, including owners, developers, engineers, and contractors, guiding them through the intricacies of construction projects from inception to post-completion. His counsel covers a broad spectrum of insurance policy areas such as commercial general liability, E&O (errors and omissions), builder’s risk, and wrap-up liability insurance.

Milne's proficiency extends to representing clients in both courtroom litigations and various alternative dispute resolution settings, demonstrating a versatile command over legal proceedings. His work encompasses a wide array of insurance coverage claims, including those related to design and construction errors, professional negligence, extended health benefits, and issues linked to travel.

Furthermore, he actively defends against claims of bodily injury and property damage that emerge from circumstances involving both insured and uninsured motorists, fire losses, and construction-related disputes. Milne's expertise also spans handling legal challenges related to commercial leases, residential tenancy disagreements, and construction claims, not to mention representing insurers in pursuit of equitable contribution claims.

Before assuming his current position, Milne completed his articling with the firm and has since represented clients across all court levels in British Columbia and Saskatchewan, showcasing his wide-ranging legal acumen.

His academic credentials are equally impressive, with a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law, earned in 2017, and his subsequent admission to the British Columbia Bar in 2018. Milne's legal practice is broad, encompassing commercial and business litigation, construction and infrastructure law, and insurance, making him a versatile and essential asset to his firm and clients alike.