Overview

Poulus Ensom Smith LLP is a litigation boutique located in downtown Vancouver focused on complex corporate, commercial and securities litigation.Their experienced team of lawyers approach dispute resolution through a commercial lens: they have the technical expertise as well as extensive experience in corporate management, business law and securities disputes. This unique mix allows the team to provide real value and ensure their clients’ business objectives are understood and achieved.The firm’s experience includes contract disputes, and shareholder disputes, securities litigation and enforcement proceedings, administrative law and regulatory prosecutions, professional negligence claims, injunctions, commercial arbitrations, appeals, and defamation claims.

The firm acts for public and private companies of all sizes across a broad range of industries, with particular expertise acting for real estate developers (including Concord Pacific), telecommunications companies (including TELUS), junior and operating mining companies, and any number of companies subject to regulation under the Securities Act.

Poulus Ensom Smith LLP represents clients in high-stakes commercial litigation including, but not limited to:

  • Contractual Disputes
  • Shareholder Disputes
  • Securities Litigation
  • Professional Negligence Claims
  • Real Estate Disputes
  • Commercial Arbitration
  • Injunctions
  • Regulatory Matters
  • Defamation Claims
  • Plans of Arrangement
  • Franchise Disputes

Collectively, the team of lawyers have experience appearing before all levels of court across many jurisdictions in Canada and internationally. They are are equipped with the team, the tools and the expertise to achieve optimal outcomes for their clients.

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Practice Areas:
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
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Rankings

National

Tier
2
National Ranking
Corporate and Commercial Litigation

Regional

Vancouver

Tier
1
Vancouver
Administrative and Public Law
Tier
1
Vancouver
Corporate and Commercial Litigation
Tier
2
Vancouver
Director and Officer Liability Practice
Tier
3
Vancouver
Professional Malpractice Law

Rankings

National

Tier
2
National Ranking
Corporate and Commercial Litigation

Regional

Vancouver

Tier
1
Vancouver
Administrative and Public Law
Tier
1
Vancouver
Corporate and Commercial Litigation
Tier
2
Vancouver
Director and Officer Liability Practice
Tier
3
Vancouver
Professional Malpractice Law

Practice Areas

Poulus Ensom Smith LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 4 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Litigation

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada

Poulus Ensom Smith LLP proudly has 2 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Offices & Contacts

Vancouver, BC
One Bentall Centre
505 Burrard Street, Suite 1560, Box 15
Vancouver, BC V7X 1M5
Canada
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