John A. McLachlan

Professional Biography

Prior to joining Lex Pacifica Law Corporation in 2004, John practiced at one of Canada's national firms at its Vancouver office where he developed a broad base of civil litigation experience.

John has appeared as counsel before the British Columbia Court of Appeal, the Supreme Court of British Columbia, the Provincial Court of British Columbia, the Federal Court, and various Administrative Tribunals including the Employment Standards Tribunal, the Property Assessment Appeal Board, the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal and the Workers' Compensation Appeal Board.

John has represented and advised clients in a variety of areas including labour and employment, family, real property assessment, real estate litigation, construction litigation and commercial disputes.

Professional Designations/Affiliations

• 1999 - Present - Barrister and Solicitor - Law Society of British Columbia
• 1999 - Present - Pro Bono Counsel - Salvation Army Pro Bono Program
• 1999 - 2005 - Member - Canadian Bar Association (Civil Litigation)
• 2006 - 2009 - Guest Judge - Professional Legal Training Course
• 2007 - Present - Member, The Vancouver Club
• 2010 - Present - Member, The Real Estate Institute of British Columbia

Educational Background

• 1998 - L.L.B., University of British Columbia
• 1992 - B.A.(Psychology), University of British Columbia

Publications and Seminars