C. Ryan Chan

Associate

He/Him

Known for his compassion, approachability, and practical advice, Ryan maintains a litigation practice focused on family and workplace law.

Biography

With a decade of experience, Ryan is sought after by clients for his broad expertise and unique insight. Ryan now focuses his practice in the areas of family law and workplace law and has successfully represented clients in both areas.

Ryan has considerable court experience having appeared in various proceedings in Alberta and British Columbia including before the Provincial Court, Court of Queen’s Bench, Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, Employment Standards Tribunal, and the Alberta Human Rights Tribunal.

In his family law practice, Ryan helps clients navigate through the challenges associated with marriage and marriage-like relationships including drafting cohabitation, prenuptial, and separation agreements. He assists clients with all aspects relating to divorce – division of assets, spousal support, child support, and parenting and custody issues.

He is dedicated to advocating for his clients and resolving disputes with his practical advice and compassionate approach. While he is experienced and able in the courtroom, he is equally adept in alternative dispute resolution methods including Collaborative Law and mediation. In 2015 he became a Certified Collaborative Divorce Lawyer.

In his workplace law practice, Ryan assists clients on employment-related matters including terminations, wrongful dismissal and constructive dismissal claims, drafting employment contracts, and human rights issues. Ryan also extensive experience in drafting workplace policies.

A prolific writer, presenter and networker, Ryan is extremely active in the legal community. He routinely presents as various conferences, webinars, and other educational sessions. He consistently contributes to our Workplace Law Strategies Blog.

Ryan is an avid sports fan and regularly joins various community basketball and volleyball leagues.

Assistance Team
Legal Administrative Assistant

Stephen Luong

Legal Administrative Assistant

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Expertise
Education
  • Bond University, Australia, J.D., 2012

  • Simon Fraser University, B.A. (Economics), 2009

  • Mediation of Family & Divorce Conflicts (LESA: Legal Education Society of Alberta), 2015

Bar Admission
  • British Columbia, 2016
  • Alberta, 2014
Languages spoken
  • English
Professional Credentials
Leadership
  • FACL, Mentor (2023 to Present)
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters, Former Board Director (2015 – 2016)
  • Lethbridge College, Public Legal Education Program, Former Guest Lecturer (2014 – 2016)
Memberships
  • Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch Subsections, Member: Employment, Family Law
  • CPHR BC & Yukon (formerly HRMA), Member
  • The Law Society of British Columbia, Member
Community Involvement
  • Lethbridge Legal Guidance Society, Former Volunteer Lawyer (2015-2016)
  • Nord-Bridge Senior Centre, Former Volunteer Lawyer (2013-2016)
  • St. Hilda’s School, Gold Coast, Former Volleyball Coach (2011-2012)
Accreditation
  • Collaborative Divorce – Alberta Association, Certified Collaborative Divorce Lawyer (2015)

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