Atty. Michael "Mike" Coburn

Atty. Michael "Mike" Coburn

Mike Coburn is a tax Partner in Vancouver. His practice includes advising Canadian and international clients on a broad range of tax matters.

Vancouver Vancouver 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael "Mike" Coburn at a glance

Michael "Mike" Coburn is a tax attorney based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Fasken. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (2000). Educated at University of Toronto (LLB, 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mutual Funds Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serands clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Mike Coburn is a tax Partner in Vancouver. His practice includes advising Canadian and international clients on a broad range of tax matters. Clients look to Mike for his extensive experience with a myriad of tax issues including tax implications and structuring of mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, financings and other business transactions.

Both corporate and personal tax clients trust Mike to provide the most efficient and effective means of completing a transaction. In addition to his transaction experience, Mike assists clients with:

  • structuring mutual funds trusts, mortgage investment corporations, unit trusts and other tax-orientated vehicles
  • tax-effective reorganizations of both private and public companies
  • disputes with the Canada Revenue Agency and other taxing authorities
  • structuring both "in-bound" and "out-bound" cross-border investments
  • providing legal opinions on questions of tax law
  • providing general advice on a variety of on-going compliance matters

Practice Areas Explained

Michael "Mike" Coburn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael "Mike" Coburn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court 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 Michael "Mike" Coburn

Where is Michael "Mike" Coburn's law office located?
Michael "Mike" Coburn'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 Michael "Mike" Coburn handle?
Michael "Mike" Coburn focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in British Columbia.
How long has Michael "Mike" Coburn practiced law?
Michael "Mike" Coburn has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Michael "Mike" Coburn go to law school?
Michael "Mike" Coburn earned their education at (LLB, 1999).
How can I contact Michael "Mike" Coburn for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael "Mike" Coburn received?
Michael "Mike" Coburn's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Mutual Funds Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law.

Practice Areas

Education

LLB
University of Toronto
- 1999

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Mutual Funds Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 2000

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