Rob’s practice focuses on resolving commercial, construction, corporate, and shareholder disputes through litigation, arbitration, and mediation.

He began his legal career articling and practicing as a litigation associate at a leading national law firm in Vancouver before moving into the role of in-house litigation counsel for Avigilon Corporation, a Motorola Solutions company.

Rob then moved to Kelowna and practiced as an associate with a leading Western Canadian law firm.

He joins Rush Ihas Hardwick LLP for its experience, capabilities and reputation for litigation in the Okanagan region.

Shaped by his prior in-house role, Rob brings a pragmatic, business-focused approach to dispute resolution. He has appeared before all levels of court in British Columbia and has assisted on matters before the Federal Court of Canada.

PRACTICE AREAS

  • Litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
  • Construction, real estate and commercial leasing disputes
  • Corporate and shareholder disputes Foreclosure proceedings

AWARDS AND SCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES

  • Oxford Intellectual Property Moot (2011)
  • Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP Scholarship (2010)
  • Law Foundation Scholarship (2010)
  • Law Class of 1979 Student Award (2010)
  • Farris LLP Entrance Scholarship (2009)

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

  • Law Society of British Columbia, Member
  • Kelowna Bar Association, Member, former Director and Past President
  • Canadian Bar Association, Member