Profile:

Gurpal is an associate lawyer at ATAC Law. Specializing in commercial and construction litigation, Gurpal has effectively represented a diverse array of clients, from individuals to multinational corporations. His expertise is extensive, encompassing critical practice areas such as construction disputes, contract disputes, insurance claims, product liability, and contract negotiations.

Gurpal has demonstrated formidable advocacy skills, having zealously represented clients at the British Columbia Court of Appeal, British Columbia Supreme Court, and British Columbia Provincial Court, as well as in the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. His experience extends to private arbitrations in British Columbia, showcasing his versatility in various legal settings.

Clients value Gurpal for his strategic approach to litigation, tailored to encompass not only large corporations but also individuals and smaller entities. He is adept at ensuring that litigation strategies align with clients’ goals and financial considerations, advocating for solutions that are both pragmatic and equitable. Gurpal has been pivotal in cases across a wide range of industries, including real estate, construction, mining, pharmaceuticals, and technology, highlighting his adaptability and depth of knowledge.

Gurpal is a well-rounded individual whose interests extend beyond the courtroom. An avid reader, he stays abreast of the latest trends in business and finance, drawing insights from various financial publications. His commitment to continuous learning and understanding of economic dynamics enriches his approach to legal disputes, especially in the realms of commercial and construction litigation.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (with Distinction), Simon Fraser University – 2014
• Juris Doctor, Queen’s University – 2017

Areas of Expertise:

• Corporate and Commercial Litigation
• Construction Litigation
• Professional Liability
• Personal Injury
• Debt Collection
• Real Estate
• Tenancy Dispute

Recent Dispute Resolution Experience:

• Successfully represented a First Nations group in a complex receivership, resulting in a $14 million purchase of various parcels of land, improvements, and forest licenses.
• Successfully resolved a complex contractual dispute for a contractor involving over 40 defendants regarding unpaid invoices.
• Successfully resolved a dispute for a contractor with a curtain wall, recladding, and window wall contractor, related to a labor and materials bond.
• Successfully obtained an interlocutory injunction in a neighbor dispute involving claims of trespass, battery, intimidation, civil assault, and civil battery.
• Drafted a custom construction contract for a luxury home builder, based on the CCDC 5B – 2010 Construction Management Contract, for use in the client’s ongoing operations.
• Successfully represented a British Columbia real estate developer in its claim for unpaid amounts owing under a contract
• Successfully represented a real estate company in a private arbitration in a dispute over the valuation of a residential building in downtown Vancouver
• Successfully represented an insurer in its claim against a home builder for breach of contract
• Successfully represented a high-net-worth individual in a private arbitration involving a partnership dispute
• Successfully represented a global healthcare company in a personal injury claim
• Successfully brought a summary judgment motion to dismiss an action against a real estate developer and a real estate builder
• Acted for a Canadian retailer in multiple lease disputes arising from the COVID-19 pandemic
• Acted on behalf of a private lender in debt collection proceedings
• Acted on behalf of a homeowner in relation to a claim against a municipality and contractor in a dispute over construction related damages

Professional Involvement:

• Member, Canadian Bar Association, British Columbia Branch
• Member, Law Society of British Columbia
• Member, Advocates’ Society (past)
• Director, South Asian Bar Association of British Columbia (past)