Atty. Cindy Chai

Atty. Cindy Chai

Cindy is an Associate in Farris’ Litigation Group and has a broad general litigation practice with a focus on tax litigation. She has experience advising clients across a number of industries and with BC courts and administrative tribunals.

Vancouver Vancouver 3 yrs experience 3 year
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Profile Summary

About Cindy Chai at a glance

Cindy Chai is an Associate based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Farris LLP. They have 3+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2023. Their practice focuses on tax litigation and litigation. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (2023). Educated at University of Hong Kong (LL.B., 2011) and University of British Columbia (B.A., 2008). Serands clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Cindy is an Associate in Farris’ Litigation Group and has a broad general litigation practice with a focus on tax litigation
  • She has experience advising clients across a number of industries and with BC courts and administrative tribunals
  • She has worked for a number of years in both Vancouver and Hong Kong in legal support roles
  • She obtained a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Hong Kong and, prior to law school, a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of British Columbia
  • Languages spoken: English, Cantonese, Mandarin
  • In the News Events Farris Advocates Attend Advocates’ Society Gala March 19, 2026 Announcements Farris Welcomes New Associate September 12, 2023 Recognition Maria McKenzie Named as Leading Infrastructure Lawyer May 6, 2026

Practice Areas Explained

Cindy Chai's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cindy Chai handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Litigation

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in British Columbia

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cindy Chai

Where is Cindy Chai's law office located?
Cindy Chai's law practice is located in Vancouver, British Columbia. The firm is Farris LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cindy Chai handle?
Cindy Chai focuses on tax litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in British Columbia.
How long has Cindy Chai practiced law?
Cindy Chai has 3+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2023.
Where did Cindy Chai go to law school?
Cindy Chai earned their education at (LL.B., 2011); (B.A., 2008).
How can I contact Cindy Chai for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
University of Hong Kong
- 2011
B.A.
University of British Columbia
- 2008

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 2023

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