Ryan Lee

Ryan leads Watson Goepel LLP as its Managing Partner and actively contributes to the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group. His practice spans a wide array of areas including disputes related to commerce and real estate, as well as issues regarding trusts and estates, construction, transportation, and insurance laws. He boasts a track record of advocating for clients across various judicial levels in British Columbia, in addition to the Federal Court and the Federal Court of Appeal. His expertise also extends to representing clients before the Canadian Transportation Agency and engaging in numerous mediations and arbitrations.

When he's not navigating the complexities of the legal world, Ryan is an avid enthusiast of the great outdoors and cherishes moments spent with his family.

Ryan's academic journey culminated with an LLB from the University of British Columbia in 2007, following a BA with Honours from the University of Toronto in 2001. By 2008, he was recognized by the British Columbia bar, marking the beginning of his legal career.

His legal services are comprehensive, covering a spectrum that includes commercial and construction litigation, employment and insurance disputes, along with strata law, transportation, and matters concerning wills, estates, and trusts.

Ryan's professional milestones are notable for his dynamic approach to resolving legal disputes, both within and outside the courtroom. He has adeptly handled cases involving the interpretation of contracts, shareholder disagreements, failed real estate deals, and property disputes that touch on mortgages and easements. His proficiency in addressing debt collection, foreclosures, construction disagreements, trust and estate contests, as well as issues in the transportation and insurance sectors, underscores his versatility and commitment to securing favorable outcomes for his clients.