Atty. Marko Vesely

Atty. Marko Vesely

Marko Vesely KC, FCIArb., has over 25 years of experience assisting clients with contentious business disputes in civil litigation and commercial arbitration. His broad practice includes a particular focus on class actions, cross-border disputes, shareholder litigation, and defamation and media law.

26 yrs experience 26 year
Call (604) 685-3456 Book Appointment

Corporate And Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · 26+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Marko Vesely at a Glance

Marko Vesely is a business, litigation, and entertainment attorney, practicing at Lawson Lundell LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (2000), Saskatchewan (2005), and Alberta (2015). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Defamation and Media Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Director and Officer Liability Practice (2026).

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Marko Vesely

  • Marko Vesely KC, FCIArb., has over 25 years of experience assisting clients with contentious business disputes in civil litigation and commercial arbitration
  • His broad practice includes a particular focus on class actions, cross-border disputes, shareholder litigation, and defamation and media law
  • Marko also has extensive experience in administrative law, including representing clients before administrative agencies and in the judicial review and appeal of administrative decisions
  • He has appeared as lead counsel before the Supreme Court of Canada, the Federal Court of Appeal, and at all levels of court in British Columbia and Alberta
  • He has also served as an arbitrator
  • Marko was appointed a King’s Counsel in 2023 and made a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators in 2025

Practice Areas Explained

Marko Vesely's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marko Vesely handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Marko Vesely is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Marko Vesely is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Marko Vesely is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys →

Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Marko Vesely

What practice areas does Marko Vesely handle?
Marko Vesely focuses on business, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has Marko Vesely practiced law?
Marko Vesely has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
How can I contact Marko Vesely for a consultation?
You can contact Marko Vesely directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Marko Vesely received?
Marko Vesely's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Defamation and Media Law; Best Lawyers in America — Director and Officer Liability Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada: Litigation: General Commercial - British Columbia.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Your Area Choose Marko Vesely

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 Marko Vesely's practice in the field of business, litigation, and entertainment.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Marko Vesely brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Multi-State Bar Admission

Licensed in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, Marko Vesely can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business, litigation, and entertainment, Marko Vesely can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Search Reference

How People Find Marko Vesely Online

Prospective clients searching for legal help in this area commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Marko Vesely.

Marko Vesely attorney Marko Vesely lawyer Marko Vesely reviews Marko Vesely contact Lawson Lundell LLP law firm find a lawyer near me how to hire an attorney

If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Marko Vesely directly.

Awards & Professional Honors

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defamation and Media Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Director and Officer Liability Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada: Litigation: General Commercial - British Columbia
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory: Litigation - Corporate Commercial, and Litigation - Defamation & Media
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark Litigation Canada: Litigation Star
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lexpert Rising Star Award 2010: One of Canada’s Leading Lawyers under 40
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell International Law Directory: BV Peer Review rated
- 2026

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

British Columbia
Admitted: 2000
Saskatchewan
Admitted: 2005
Alberta
Admitted: 2015

Client Reviews & Ratings — Marko Vesely

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.