Atty. Tom A. Posyniak

Atty. Tom A. Posyniak

Tom is a litigator in Vancouver with a focus on civil appeals, commercial disputes, class actions, judicial reviews, and regulatory defence. Tom has an active appellate practice, appearing as counsel in more than 40 reported appellate decisions in the British Columbia Court of Appeal, Federal Court of Appeal and Supreme Court of Canada.

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Profile Summary

About Tom A. Posyniak at a glance

Tom A. Posyniak is a business, litigation, government, and appellate attorney based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Fasken. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Tom is a litigator in Vancouver with a focus on civil appeals, commercial disputes, class actions, judicial reviews, and regulatory defence
  • Tom has an active appellate practice, appearing as counsel in more than 40 reported appellate decisions in the British Columbia Court of Appeal, Federal Court of Appeal and Supreme Court of Canada
  • Before joining Fasken, Tom clerked for the Court of Appeal for British Columbia and practiced at both a national and boutique law firm in Vancouver
  • He is also an adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia teaching conflicts of law
  • Tom acts as counsel on a range of complex corporate matters, mass tort claims, corporate litigation, including relief from oppression and partnership disputes, and insurance matters

Practice Areas Explained

Tom A. Posyniak's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Tom A. Posyniak

Where is Tom A. Posyniak's law office located?
Tom A. Posyniak'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 Tom A. Posyniak handle?
Tom A. Posyniak focuses on business, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in British Columbia.
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What awards or recognition has Tom A. Posyniak received?
Tom A. Posyniak's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law; Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- 2026

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