Hunter Litigation Chambers

We are thrilled to welcome Liam McDonald to Hunter Litigation Chambers as our newest Associate! As a recent graduate, Liam brings fresh ideas, enthusiasm, and a strong eagerness to grow and contribute to our team. We are excited to support him as he begins his professional journey and are confident that his talents will make a meaningful impact. Please join us in giving Liam a warm welcome as he starts this exciting new chapter with us. Welcome aboard, Liam! https://lnkd.in/gU7ShPJ6

The Supreme Court of Canada released its judgments in Auer v. Auer, 2024 SCC 36 ( https://lnkd.in/gCGixmdf ) and TransAlta Generation Partnership v. Alberta, 2024 SCC 37 ( https://lnkd.in/gnTez8ga ). The cases redefine the standard of review for judicial reviews of “subordinate legislation” (regulations, bylaws, etc.). In the past, subordinate legislation could only be struck down if it was “irrelevant”, “extraneous” or “completely unrelated” to the objectives of the governing statute. The cases now make clear that reasonableness – i.e. whether the subordinate legislation reasonably fell within the scope of the delegated authority – is the presumptive standard. Aubin Calvert and Devin Eeg represented the intervener the Trial Lawyers Association of British Columbia in the appeals.

Devin Eeg represented the Nanaimo Airport Commission in successfully opposing a petition to cancel an easement under s. 35 of the Property Law Act. The case turned in part on whether provincial land use laws applied to the location of “aerodromes”, as defined under the federal Aeronautics Act. The Court agreed that they did not, confirming that the location of aerodromes is an exclusive federal competence protected by the doctrine of interjurisdictional immunity (Zhang v. Nanaimo Airport Commission, BCSC, Vancouver Registry, S-244435). The case was referred to the firm through Avra Law and benefitted in its early stages from the insights of its principal, A. Steve Michoulas.

Hunter Litigation Chambers is honoured to be recognized in Canadian Lawyer Magazine’s seventh bi-annual Top Litigation Boutiques in Canada, Survey for 2024–25. This marks our seventh consecutive appearance on the list, reflecting our continued focus on high-quality litigation work and the strength of our team. We are grateful to our clients, colleagues, and the legal community for their recognition and confidence. #Litigation #LawFirm #LegalExcellence #CanadianLawyer #HunterLitigationChambers #Vancouver Canadian Lawyers : https://lnkd.in/eejRDDFr

Aubin Calvert and Devin Eeg represented the Trial Lawyers Association of British Columbia in Government of Saskatchewan (Minister of Education) v. UR Pride Centre for Sexuality and Gender Diversity, an appeal in the Court of Appeal for Saskatchewan that will decide whether a valid invocation of s. 33 of the Charter – the “notwithstanding clause” – ousts the jurisdiction of superior courts to review the constitutionality of legislation.

We are pleased to announce that Rachel Au has come on board with us as our new Associate. Her litigation expertise adds valuable depth to our talent pool and strengthens our project capabilities. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Rachel as she embarks on this new journey with us.

We are pleased to announce that Aubin Calvert has been recognized in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada (2025 edition). This distinction underscores Aubin’s exceptional skills and achievements in Administrative and Public Law. This recognition is a testament to her dedication and expertise. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Aubin on this well-deserved honor and look forward to her continued contributions and leadership in the legal profession. #bestlawyerscanada

We are delighted to announce that Caitlin Ehman has been recognized in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada (2025 edition). Caitlin has earned this distinction for her exemplary work in Administrative and Public Law, as well as Labour and Employment Law. This recognition is a testament to Caitlin’s exceptional legal expertise and unwavering commitment. Please join us in extending our heartfelt congratulations to Caitlin on this well-deserved honor. #bestlawyerscanada

We are delighted to share that Nicole Gilewicz has been recognized in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada (2025 edition) for Administrative and Public Law. This recognition underscores Nicole’s exceptional expertise and unwavering commitment to her field. Nicole’s inclusion in this prestigious list reflects her remarkable contributions and dedication to excellence in legal practice. Her continued impact in Administrative and Public Law exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism and client service. Please join us in congratulating Nicole on this well-deserved honor. #bestlawyerscanada

We are thrilled to announce that Julia Roos has been recognized in The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada (2025 edition). Her outstanding work in Administrative and Public Law and Corporate and Commercial Litigation has earned her this notable recognition. Julia's dedication and expertise continue to make a significant impact in her areas of practice. Please join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor! #bestlawyerscanada