Christopher Schuld

Christopher A. Schuld, hailing from Vancouver, stands out as a seasoned litigator with a rich tapestry of experience across various facets of civil litigation. His expertise shines brightly in the realms of construction disputes, real property disagreements, defect warranties, and the intricacies of surety bonds. Schuld brings to the table a robust track record in trials, paired with a dynamic practice in alternative dispute resolution, adeptly steering through the complexities of litigations involving multiple parties.

In his distinguished career, Schuld has offered his legal acumen in roles such as litigation counsel, claims counsel, and solicitor to providers of surety and new home warranties, predominantly serving the western Canadian region. His legal interventions have spanned a spectrum, aiding owners, contractors, and consultants alike across disputes that touch on residential to sprawling commercial and industrial projects. Schuld's prowess is not just limited to the courtroom; he is also skilled in the arenas of debt recovery and the crafting of commercial agreements tailored for creditors.

Beyond his professional commitments, Schuld dedicates himself to the betterment of the community, evidenced by his active involvement with the Nanaimo Affordable Housing Society where he serves on the board. His contributions to the legal community are notable, having served as the Vice-Chair of the Canadian Bar Association's Products Liability Subsection, and regularly enlightening the Surety Association of Canada's BC chapter with legal updates.

Schuld's foundational years in law were spent within the construction litigation group of Canada's premier national law firm, where he honed his skills across a range of issues from builders liens to leaky building disputes, and even ventured into banking litigation, sports, and entertainment law. Following this, he embraced the role of in-house counsel at an international insurance firm, dealing with matters related to surety and new home warranties. This stint enriched Schuld's understanding of client service, offering him a closer look at the challenges clients navigate.

With a background in science from the University of Alberta (B.Sc., 1999) and a legal education from the University of Ottawa (Juris Doctor, 2002), Schuld was admitted to the British Columbia bar in 2003. His practice areas are vast, covering insurance, motor vehicle, rail & trucking, product liability, construction, property, personal injury defense, coverage, business disputes, surety & warranty, alongside arbitration & mediation, showcasing his versatility and depth as a legal professional.