Michael J. Lawless
B.Sc. (UVIC - 1997)
M.P.A. (UVIC - 1998)
LL.B. (UBC - 2000)
M.A. (R.M.C. - 2004)
Admitted to the BC Bar 2001

Michael was called to the Bar of British Columbia in 2001 following the completion of his articles with McConnan Bion O'Connor & Peterson and became a principal of the firm in January 2006. Michael has developed a general litigation practice. Michael has appeared before all levels of Court in British Columbia, including the Court of Appeal. Michael has experience with bankruptcy, tax, builder's liens, and commercial litigation. He also has experience in corporate commercial matters including property transactions, incorporation and other related matters.

Michael is a sessional instructor for the University of Victoria's School of Public Administration, teaching comparative public administration and law in the Master's of Public Administration program. Michael is an active member of the Naval Reserve serving as the Operations Officer for HMCS MALAHAT, Victoria's Naval Reserve Division. He is also the vice-president of the BC & Yukon Branch of the Royal Lifesaving Society Canada and continues to teach Lifeguard and Instructor courses for the Society.