Kane, Shannon & Weiler - A BC Law Firm

KSW BRITISH COLUMBIA LAW FIRM HISTORY

Kane, Shannon & Weiler has been carrying on the practice of law in the lower mainland of British Columbia since 1973. Messrs. Kane, Shannon & Weiler met at Osgoode Hall Law School in 1969. Upon graduation in 1972 they moved to Vancouver, where they completed their articles with large established firms. They set up practice in the Lower Fraser Valley as soon as they were called to the British Columbia Bar in 1973. The partners of Kane, Shannon & Weiler have always believed in serving the communities in the Lower Fraser Valley as soon as they were called to the British Columbia Bar in 1973. Our lawyers have been active in the local Bar Associations and in nearly all aspects of community affairs, from serving on church and municipal boards to holding executive positions with numerous local, provincial and national service and charitable organizations. The lawyers at Kane, Shannon & Weiler, are committed to ensuring that they provide excellent, timely, cost-effective legal services and also continue the tradition of making a meaningful contribution to the community.

KSW BRITISH COLUMBIA LAW FIRM PHILOSOPHY

BRITISH COLUMBIA INSURANCE LITIGATION LAWYERS FIRM

It is common today for litigation to have insurance implications. Whether it involves I.C.B.C. and a motor vehicle/personal injury matter or a private insurer in a professional negligence action, construction claim, a fine or some other injury claim. The litigation department at Kane, Shannon & Weiler is very proficient in handling insurance issues, in fact it deals with insurance law on a daily basis from both the plaintiff's and defendant's point of view.

BRITISH COLUMBIA PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS LAWYERS FIRM

Our personal injury lawyers have extensive experience in litigating claims arising from motor vehicle accidents and other causes. We have successfully negotiated the resolution of the most serious personal injury claims to the satisfaction of our clients. We can assist you regardless of whether the claim involves issues of liability or the assessment of damages.

BRITISH COLUMBIA CRIMINAL LAWYERS FIRM

Our criminal lawyer deal with a full range of criminal defense work at all court levels.

BRITISH COLUMBIA MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAWYERS FIRM

We represent injured patients and their families in medical and dental malpractice actions against negligent medical and dental care providers.

BRITISH COLUMBIA COMMERCIAL LAWYERS FIRM

We have a strong commercial practice which can deal with all the commercial legal requirements of our clients from establishing a business to buying and selling a business . The preparation or review of any commercial contract including leases, financing arrangements and franchise agreements are readily handled.

BRITISH COLUMBIA CORPORATE LAWYERS FIRM

Kane, Shannon & Weiler acts as the registered and records office for more than 1300 companies. Our experience extends far beyond incorporations and simple corporate transactions; it includes complex corporate planning and reorganization, mergers, amalgamations, financing and tax considerations.

BRITISH COLUMBIA TAX LAWYERS FIRM

Our tax department has developed considerable expertise in dealing with a variety of tax matters and offers sound advice on all aspects of corporate and personal tax planning, including structuring the purchase and sale of assets or shares in a tax effective manner, estate tax planning and corporate reorganizations.

BRITISH COLUMBIA REAL ESTATE LAWYERS FIRM

Kane, Shannon & Weiler has a large Real Estate department which has handled thousands of real estate transactions. We have been called upon by clients for everything from a routine conveyance and residential mortgage to a complex land assembly, rezoning, subdivision and property development. Our lawyers and legal assistants have the expertise to deal with every situation. Our extensive background in dealing with the Land Title Office and Superintendent of Real Estate provides our clients with the knowledge and confidence that their transactions will be handled expertly and efficiently.

BRITISH COLUMBIA COMMERCIAL/CIVIL LITIGATION LAWYERS FIRM

Our litigation department regularly acts for litigants in all types of commercial and construction disputes. Whether advancing or defending claims for builders liens, construction deficiencies, breaches of warranties, representations or covenants in commercial contracts, specific performance or damage in real estate, contracts or product liability, our lawyers can handle it.

BRITISH COLUMBIA CONSTRUCTION LAWYERS FIRM

We have acted regularly for numerous developers and contractors from individuals building homes on speculation to large companies constructing commercial space, office buildings and warehouses. Our experience gained over many years has made us proficient in representing clients in any construction situation.

BRITISH COLUMBIA FRANCHISE LAWYERS FIRM

We assist clients in reviewing and negotiating franchise agreements, leases and sub leases as well as preparing franchise and distributorship agreements.

BRITISH COLUMBIA WILLS/ESTATES/TRUSTS LAWYERS FIRM

We believe that everyone should have a will. Our practitioners are proficient in the drafting of all types of wills from simple "husband and wife" situations to complex estate and tax planned wills with trusts. We also handle all aspects of estate administration, probate matters, estate litigation and assisting executors/administrators in administering estates.