Farris Partner Erica Miller, and Associate Thomas Rodgers, recently wrote for Lexpert’s Legal Insights series on the approach of BC courts to the use of Certificates of Pending Litigation (CPLs) as a strategic tool in disputes. The article, “Locking the war chest: Certificates of pending litigation in modern practice”, discusses the sufficiency of connection needed before BC courts will recognize an interest in land and sustain a CPL, and the distinctions that arise between verbal and written contracts. Read the full article here.

Erica Miller is a Partner in the litigation group at Farris. She assists clients in a broad range of litigation matters, including administrative and regulatory matters, mining disputes, construction disputes, contractual disputes, estate and trust disputes, international trade matters and general civil litigation matters. Erica has represented parties in a variety of matters before the all levels of court in BC, as well as before various administrative tribunals.

Thomas Rodgers is a commercial litigator who helps clients navigate disputes across a wide range of industries. His experience spans contractual breaches, oil and gas matters, construction deficiencies, professional liability, debt claims and insurance.