Atty. Chad Travis
Chad works in the Real Estate Group at Lawson Lundell and assists clients with all aspects of real estate development, commercial leasing and municipal planning. In particular, Chad has experience: acting for developers in connection with the acquisition and disposition of commercial properties; assisting developers in the rezoning and subdivision of development properties; advising in relation to strata wind-ups; acting for the utility providers in British Columbia in connection with the acquisition of property rights for the construction of major linear projects; advising tenants and landlor
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving Vancouver, BC
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About Chad Travis at a Glance
Chad Travis is a real estate attorney based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Lawson Lundell LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada: Real Estate - British Columbia (2026). Serves clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Chad Travis
- Chad works in the Real Estate Group at Lawson Lundell and assists clients with all aspects of real estate development, commercial leasing and municipal planning
- In particular, Chad has experience: acting for developers in connection with the acquisition and disposition of commercial properties
- assisting developers in the rezoning and subdivision of development properties
- advising in relation to strata wind-ups
- acting for the utility providers in British Columbia in connection with the acquisition of property rights for the construction of major linear projects
- advising tenants and landlords in lease preparation in industrial, retail and office leasing transactions
- and, assisting developers in the establishment of corporate structures appropriate for various real estate transactions, including the formation of limited partnerships, joint ventures and bare trusts
- Chad is involved in continuing legal education in British Columbia and is a frequent lecturer for lawyers and other industry professionals regarding current developments in commercial real estate law
- Chad graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 2010 and joined Lawson Lundell in the same year as an articled student
Practice Areas Explained
Chad Travis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chad Travis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Vancouver.
Real Estate Law in Vancouver
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 Chad Travis
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 Chad Travis's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Chad Travis'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 Chad Travis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Chad Travis Handles in Vancouver
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Chad Travis has experience with under British Columbia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Chad Travis directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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