Atty. William L. "Will" Roberts

Atty. William L. "Will" Roberts

Will practises in the areas of insolvency and restructuring law with an emphasis on insolvency proceedings, banking litigation, creditors’ remedies and fraud claims. Will routinely represents creditors, debtors and purchasers in restructurings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act , and for financial institutions, Trustees in Bankruptcy and Receivers in connection with residential and commercial foreclosures, receiverships, realizations, bankruptcies, fraud claims and cheque negotiation issues.

Vancouver Vancouver 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About William L. "Will" Roberts at a glance

William L. "Will" Roberts is a bankruptcy attorney based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Lawson Lundell LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada: Restructuring/Insolvency (2026). Serands clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Will practises in the areas of insolvency and restructuring law with an emphasis on insolvency proceedings, banking litigation, creditors’ remedies and fraud claims
  • Will routinely represents creditors, debtors and purchasers in restructurings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, and for financial institutions, Trustees in Bankruptcy and Receivers in connection with residential and commercial foreclosures, receiverships, realizations, bankruptcies, fraud claims and cheque negotiation issues
  • Will also represents the British Columbia Securities Commission in relation to various matters, including insolvency proceedings, the enforcement of administrative penalties and receiverships
  • Will is a member of the firm’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee which is responsible for identifying and guiding the implementation of measures to further advance equity, diversity and inclusion at Lawson Lundell
  • Prior to being called to the British Columbia bar, Will spent a term as a judicial law clerk to the British Columbia Supreme Court
  • He also dedicates a significant amount of time to representing pro bono clients in relation to fraud and debt claims

Practice Areas Explained

William L. "Will" Roberts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William L. "Will" Roberts handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 William L. "Will" Roberts

Where is William L. "Will" Roberts's law office located?
William L. "Will" Roberts's law practice is located in Vancouver, British Columbia. The firm is Lawson Lundell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William L. "Will" Roberts handle?
William L. "Will" Roberts focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in British Columbia.
How long has William L. "Will" Roberts practiced law?
William L. "Will" Roberts has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
How can I contact William L. "Will" Roberts for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William L. "Will" Roberts received?
William L. "Will" Roberts's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada: Restructuring/Insolvency; Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Global: Restructuring/Insolvency; Best Lawyers in America — Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory: Insolvency & Financial Restructuring.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada: Restructuring/Insolvency
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Global: Restructuring/Insolvency
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory: Insolvency & Financial Restructuring
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark Litigation Canada Award 2025: Impact Case Award for
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Poonian v. British Columbia (Securities Commission)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark Litigation Canada: Litigation Star
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell International Law Directory: BV Peer Review rated
- 2026

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 1999

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