Summary
Richie helps you understand where you stand and where you’re headed. He strives to provide practical and effective solutions for our clients so it does not have to be a daunting experience. Whether it’s a pro bono file or a multimillion-dollar deal, he can handle it all.
Philosophy
He believes the law should serve people, not scare people. He listens with intent, because good advice starts with good understanding. He measures success by the trust our clients place in him.
Commercial Transactions
He has acted on business acquisitions and sales across diverse industries, including restaurants, manufacturing, trading, franchises, financial brokerages, schools, daycares, travel agencies, and more.
Corporate and Securities
He has incorporated entities from PRECs to holding companies. He has advised on restructurings, tax rollovers, amalgamations. He has also assisted in securitizing hundreds of refinancing transactions.Nonprofits
He has advised nonprofit organizations on charitable status, government funding, and connected nonprofits with the business community.
Real Estate
He has handled land acquisitions from Vancouver to Port Hardy; assisted with permit and rezoning applications; drafted disclosure statements for townhouse developments; assisted in the conveyance of hundreds of residential properties; reviewed and negotiated commercial leases; and assisted with construction loans exceeding $50 million.
Wills & Estate planning
He has assisted with resealing foreign probate grants in BC; drafted BC probate applications, wills, powers of attorney, representation agreements, and trust agreements for clients from all walks of life.
Background
Richie is a highly educated lawyer who has experience working in both Hong Kong and Canada. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from the University of British Columbia (UBC) and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of Hong Kong (HKU). He was called to the Bar of BC over 10 years ago in 2015, and has been in great standing with the Law Society of BC every since.
Community involvement
During his hours outside of the office, he hosts legal seminars, speak on local radios, and serves at the following nonprofit organizations:
Director & Legal Advisor — Chinese Federation of Commerce of Canada
Director — Richmond Chinese Community Society
Vice President — Vancouver Diamond Lions Club
Former Director — Chinese Community Policing Centre
Former Legal Advisor — ICONNBC Business Association
Former Director & Secretary — Chinese Canadian Happiness Business Association
Languages
Richie is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.