Atty. David G. Wong

Atty. David G. Wong

David G. Wong is a Partner and co-leader of the Labour, Employment and Human Rights group, he is also the leader of the firm’s national Human Rights practice.

Vancouver Vancouver 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About David G. Wong at a glance

David G. Wong is a employment attorney based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Fasken. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (2007). Educated at University of British Columbia (LLB, 2006). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026). Serands clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David G. Wong is a Partner and co-leader of the Labour, Employment and Human Rights group, he is also the leader of the firm’s national Human Rights practice
  • His practice includes advice to and representation of organizations in all areas of human rights law as well as in the areas of labour and employment law
  • David has appeared before all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada
  • David provides strategic advice and guidance to organizations in all matters relating to human rights and defends organizations before the BC Human Rights Tribunal and at all levels of Court on judicial reviews and appeals relating to human rights law
  • He also has experience defending organizations before the Canadian Human Rights Commission and Alberta Human Rights Commission
  • David provides strategic advice and guidance to employers on issues involving unionized workers and union negotiations
  • He regularly represents employers before labour arbitrators and the Labour Relations Board
  • David has acted as lead negotiator in a number of rounds of collective bargaining for different employers and draws on that experience in the advice he provides
  • David also regularly advises employers on issues involving non-unionized workers, from the duty to accommodate to terminations, including representation on wrongful dismissal claims
  • David takes a strategic and practical approach in providing guidance to employers and working towards a solution to whatever employment issue they are faced with

Practice Areas Explained

David G. Wong's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 David G. Wong

Where is David G. Wong's law office located?
David G. Wong's law practice is located in Vancouver, British Columbia. The firm is Fasken. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David G. Wong handle?
David G. Wong focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in British Columbia.
How long has David G. Wong practiced law?
David G. Wong has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did David G. Wong go to law school?
David G. Wong earned their education at (LLB, 2006).
How can I contact David G. Wong for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David G. Wong received?
David G. Wong's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits Law; Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law.

Education

LLB
University of British Columbia
- 2006

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 2007

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