Koffman Kalef LLP

Koffman Kalef LLP We are a mid-sized law firm located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, specializing in select areas of business law.

We thrilled to announce that 16 of our lawyers have been included in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ for...
09/03/2026

We thrilled to announce that 16 of our lawyers have been included in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™ for their work in:

🔹Asset-Based Lending Practice
🔹Banking and Finance Law
🔹Commercial Leasing Law
🔹Corporate Law
🔹Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law
🔹Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
🔹Mergers and Acquisitions Law
🔹Real Estate Law
🔹Securities Law
🔹Tax Law

We are proud to see so many of our team recognized in this year's edition, and thank our clients, colleagues, and community for their continued trust and support.

Learn more about this recognition on our website: https://www.kkbl.com/news

We are looking for a Securities Associate to join our Securities/Corporate Finance/Mergers & Acquisitions team. This rol...
08/31/2026

We are looking for a Securities Associate to join our Securities/Corporate Finance/Mergers & Acquisitions team.

This role is well suited to candidates with broad-based corporate and securities experience, including experience in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial transactions for public companies.

For more details on this opportunity: https://bit.ly/4wU5UFe

Angie Ghirra is a member of our Lending/Insolvency team. She advises clients on commercial lending transactions that inv...
08/26/2026

Angie Ghirra is a member of our Lending/Insolvency team. She advises clients on commercial lending transactions that involve the purchase and sale of businesses, commercial real estate, and personal property. Her practice focuses on secured and unsecured lending transactions, and she works with Canadian and international financial institutions, private lenders, and corporate borrowers across a range of industries.

Angie brings a practical, client-focused perspective to each matter, and values the relationships she builds with each client.

Visit our website to learn more about Angie's practice.

Effective financing arrangements start with clear advice. Our Lending/Insolvency team advises on all aspects of banking ...
08/24/2026

Effective financing arrangements start with clear advice.

Our Lending/Insolvency team advises on all aspects of banking and financial services, including secured loan transactions, cross-border credit facilities, corporate finance, asset-based lending, loan syndications, leasing, project financing, construction lending, related regulatory matters, and more.

Visit our website to learn more about our Lending/Insolvency practice.

Frank Quo Vadis and Yuhan Yang co-authored Chapter 11, "Canadian Tax Considerations in International Estate Planning," ...
08/17/2026

Frank Quo Vadis and Yuhan Yang co-authored Chapter 11, "Canadian Tax Considerations in International Estate Planning," in the 2026 update to "British Columbia Estate Planning & Wealth Preservation," published by the Continuing Legal Education Society of BC (CLEBC).

Their chapter examines key Canadian tax issues that arise in cross-border planning, including taxation of residents and non-residents of Canada; the tax consequences of the immigration or emigration of individuals, corporations, and trusts; taxation of foreign trusts and their Canadian resident beneficiaries; reporting requirements, compliance certificates, and disposition of shares by non-residents.

As a member of our Tax/Trusts team, Yuhan Yang assists senior counsel and advises clients on a range of tax matters, inc...
08/12/2026

As a member of our Tax/Trusts team, Yuhan Yang assists senior counsel and advises clients on a range of tax matters, including business structuring, tax-driven corporate reorganizations, and trust arrangements. She also has experience assisting clients with corporate commercial and real estate matters, including the purchase and sale of businesses and real property.

Visit our website to learn more about Yuhan's practice or our Tax/Trusts team.

For many business owners, tax and succession planning is not a one-time exercise. It evolves alongside the business. As ...
08/10/2026

For many business owners, tax and succession planning is not a one-time exercise. It evolves alongside the business. As companies grow and priorities shift, questions around ownership transitions, family wealth planning, tax efficiency, and trust structures often become increasingly important.

Our Tax/Trusts team works with private companies, entrepreneurs, and families to navigate these complex considerations with clear, practical advice tailored to their unique circumstances. Whether planning for future growth, preparing for a business transition, or considering long-term estate planning objectives, thoughtful planning can help create greater clarity and flexibility for the road ahead.

Paralegals do more than most people ever see. Across every matter, our paralegals track checklists and deadlines, pull r...
08/06/2026

Paralegals do more than most people ever see.

Across every matter, our paralegals track checklists and deadlines, pull records, prepare and edit documents, complete due diligence, and so much more. It's hefty workload, and they still always set aside the time to participate in events and initiatives.

Thank you to our team of paralegals for the skill and degree of professionalism you bring to every matter, and for your continued dedication to the firm. You're a big part of what makes Koffman Kalef a great place to work.

Happy Paralegal Day!

Tax audits, assessments, and disputes with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) can involve complex administrative processes....
08/05/2026

Tax audits, assessments, and disputes with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) can involve complex administrative processes. Members of Koffman Kalef LLP's Tax/Trusts team advise clients on a range of tax dispute matters and assist clients in utilizing the CRA's Voluntary Disclosures Program when appropriate.

Visit our website to learn more about our Tax/Trusts practice.

As a member of our Tax/Trusts team, Frank Quo Vadis advises and represents clients on variety of complex tax and estate ...
08/04/2026

As a member of our Tax/Trusts team, Frank Quo Vadis advises and represents clients on variety of complex tax and estate matters.

He has over 30 years of experience guiding businesses and high-wealth individuals on a range of both domestic and international tax issues. His areas of focus include trusts, estate planning, and corporate reorganizations. Frank's extensive experience encompasses income tax, GST matters, and representation from audit through to tax court proceedings. He is also skilled in handling voluntary tax disclosure and criminal prosecution representation. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers® for over 20 years for his work in Tax Law.

Visit our website to connect with Frank or learn more about our Tax/Trusts team.

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1900-885 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC
V6C3H4

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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