Gary Poon
Of Counsel

Intro

Gary is an accomplished corporate and commercial lawyer with over 25 years of legal experience.
Location: British Columbia
Called to the Bar: British Columbia

Expertise

Commercial; Corporate; Corporate Governance; E-Commerce; Employment; Fintech; Mediation; Privacy; Procurement; Technology

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Former Roles

Canada Drives Ltd.
Central 1 Credit Union
PeoplesTrust Company
Watson Goepel LLP (formerly, Watson Goepel Maledy)​​

Education

Year of Call: 1998 (BC)
University of Western Ontario, (LL.B.) 1997​

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Gary is a legal leader who sits at the executive table, turning complex legal and regulatory issues into practical business solutions. For over 25 years, he has advised executives and boards on sophisticated legal, governance, risk mitigation and compliance matters affecting business operations, both in-house and in private practice.​

On the commercial side, Gary drafts, reviews and negotiates corporate and commercial agreements, and develops the contract templates and playbooks that help businesses work efficiently. He collaborates with internal teams to make sure the company follows policies and procedures, manages risk, and builds products and services that fit its corporate strategy. He also liaises with and appears before government agencies and regulatory bodies, keeping the company compliant while building collaborative relationships with regulators.

Gary brings the same practical approach to employment and technology matters. He drafts and negotiates employment and technology agreements that contain the right clauses and comply with the law and corporate policies. He develops workplace policies, delivers related training, and advises on involved employment and technology matters.

Gary is a trusted problem solver known for sound judgement and clear, concise communication. He thrives on building lasting client relationships and being highly responsive to the company’s needs. He gives timely, practical and ethical advice and proactively mitigates legal and business risks, identifying and resolving potential issues before they escalate.

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