Atty. Andrew Borrell
Andrew Borrell is a litigation and dispute resolution Partner in Fasken's Vancouver office. As an internationally-recognized leader in the defence of class actions, he represents defendants in matters in the Superior Courts and Courts of Appeal, as well as the Supreme Court of Canada.
Class Action Litigation Attorney · Serving Vancouver, BC · 33+ Years Experience
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About Andrew Borrell at a Glance
Andrew Borrell is a class action attorney based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Fasken. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (1993). Educated at University of Victoria (LLB, 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Class Action Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Andrew Borrell
- Andrew Borrell is a litigation and dispute resolution Partner in Fasken's Vancouver office
- As an internationally-recognized leader in the defence of class actions, he represents defendants in matters in the Superior Courts and Courts of Appeal, as well as the Supreme Court of Canada
- Andrew also advises defendants who anticipate defending class actions or seek to limit their exposure to class actions
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Andrew Borrell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Borrell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Vancouver.
Class Action in Vancouver
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Vancouver
Practicing law in British Columbia. Legal matters in British Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Vancouver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate British Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in British Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in British Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Vancouver Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Vancouver-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Vancouver Choose Andrew Borrell
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Andrew Borrell's practice in the field of class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Andrew Borrell brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Class Action Practice
Concentrating on class action means Andrew Borrell's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Vancouver
A Vancouver-based practice means Andrew Borrell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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