Karissa Kelln

Karissa is a senior associate in our Indigenous Law Group, working with Indigenous Nations to achieve their business objectives. Karissa also works with forward-thinking businesses looking to partner with Indigenous Nations. Karissa is a strong listener and communicator. She is knowledgeable about how her clients prefer to conduct business and the unique considerations that go…

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Özge Yazar

Özge is a lawyer in our Litigation + Dispute Resolution Group. She has represented clients as lead counsel at all levels of court in British Columbia, in domestic and international commercial arbitration proceedings, and before administrative tribunals. EXPERTISE Özge’s experience includes contract claims, real estate disputes, shareholders’ rights and remedies, residential tenancy, natural resources disputes,…

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Aaron Sumexheltza

Aaron is a lawyer in our Indigenous Law Group and a member of the Lower Nicola Indian band. Aaron advocates for the rights of Indigenous Nations and advises Indigenous Organizations on governance, economic development, and shared decision-making. He also works on justice-related issues and is passionate about helping Indigenous Nations revitalize their laws.  EXPERTISE Aaron…

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Iain Thomas

Iain joined MT+Co. summer 2021 and has returned to complete his articles at our Vancouver office. He is looking forward to practicing in various areas of law, but his primary interest is in First Nations Economic Development, Indigenous governance, and tax law. Iain grew up on the East Coast in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, and is…

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Dafydd Samuel

Dafydd is a lawyer in our Business Law Group. He advises clients on a range of corporate and commercial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, financings, asset transactions and securities law. Dafydd also provides advice on corporate governance, stock exchange, and charitable and not-for-profit matters. EXPERTISE Dafydd advises clients across several industries and primarily works with…

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Mike Megalli

Mike is a lawyer in our Business Law Group. He works with start-ups, growth-stage and midsize companies, and assists clients in a wide range of industries like technology, retail, life sciences, mining, and financial services. EXPERTISE Mike takes the time to get to know his clients and their businesses personally and professionally to deliver practical…

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Chris Gora

Chris is a lawyer in our Indigenous Law Group and Business Law Group. He collaborates with clients to achieve practical, effective outcomes in matters where, at first, the options for moving forward may not be clear. EXPERTISE Chris advises First Nations on commercial, strategic, intellectual property, and projects related to economic development matters. The business…

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Qian Hui Sun

Qian has experience with public and private corporations as well as startups and non-profit organizations. Her flexible approach to the practice of law allows her to accompany clients across all stages of their business and provide legal advice relevant to their specific industries, whether it be technology, construction, or healthcare. EXPERTISE Qian practices corporate commercial…

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Derek Odgers

Derek is an associate in our Indigenous Law Group and a member of the Métis Nation in Saskatchewan. True to his prairie roots, Derek is known for his friendly approach to client relationships and his dedication to finding practical solutions to their issues. EXPERTISE Derek’s practice focuses on economic development for Indigenous organizations and Indigenous…

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Hannah Park Roche

Hannah’s practice focuses on litigation and Indigenous law. She has a BHSc from McMaster University and holds a JD from the University of British Columbia. Prior to joining MT+Co, Hannah worked as a judicial law clerk at the Court of Appeal for British Columbia, where she was acquainted with all aspects of appellate practice. EXPERTISE…

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