Ariel Solose

Ariel stands out for her adept handling of litigation and dispute resolution, focusing on complex commercial and infrastructure disputes. She has carved a niche in representing clients across energy, mining, and real estate development, dealing with contractual, construction, and governance issues. Her work extends to class action and product liability cases, with appearances in various levels of Canadian courts, including the Supreme Court.

In her practice, Ariel collaborates closely with engineers and experts throughout North America to bolster her clients' strategic positions. She holds a leadership role as a regional director for the Society of Construction Law in British Columbia and contributes to the Vancouver International Arbitration Centre's Rules Committee.

Ariel's notable cases span a broad spectrum. She defended a C$1.25-billion arbitration claim against an energy infrastructure project's owner and represented a design-builder in a C$25-million municipal infrastructure dispute. Other engagements include a C$100-million arbitration for a high voltage transmission line construction and a C$350-million arbitration for a major utility company over construction delays. Her portfolio also features international arbitration in a mining venture dispute and complex contractual arbitrations involving financial and project management issues.

She has successfully defended against injunctions that threatened business operations, such as preventing Lyft's service launch in British Columbia. Ariel's legal acumen also shines in commercial litigation about contaminated sites and in judicial reviews addressing significant regulatory challenges. Her expertise in class action defense is highlighted in cases concerning pharmaceutical product marketing in Canada.

Ariel's excellence in arbitration and dispute resolution has earned her prestigious awards, including the Lexology Client Choice Award and recognition in "Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada." Her contributions to legal scholarship include co-authoring articles on arbitration and litigation topics, reflecting on bias in arbitration, the application of arbitration clauses in insolvency, and the evolution of arbitration rules.

She actively shares her expertise through speaking engagements and moderations at seminars and conferences, focusing on international arbitration, legal developments, and strategic litigation management. Ariel's educational background includes an Osgoode Certificate in Construction Law and a JD from the University of British Columbia, underscoring her solid foundation in legal principles and her commitment to ongoing professional development.

Ariel's practice areas are extensive, covering appellate advocacy, arbitration, commercial litigation, and construction dispute resolution, among others. Her approach, marked by strategic collaboration and a deep understanding of the law, makes her a formidable advocate in complex legal disputes.