RBS has an exceptional and dedicated team of professionals. This commitment to excellence is reflected in our numerous awards and rankings, showcasing our firm’s reputation in the legal industry.
Best Law Firms
Richards Buell Sutton has proudly been recognized as a National Tier 1 firm for Intellectual Property Law, Personal Injury Litigation, and Real Estate Law, as well as a National Tier 2 firm for Corporate Law in the 2025 – 2026 editions of Best Law Firms®. Additionally, the firm has earned the distinction of a Regional Tier 1 firm in Vancouver for Commercial Leasing Law, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property Law, Personal Injury Litigation, and Real Estate Law, along with a Regional Tier 2 designation for Family Law in the same editions of Best Law Firms®.
These awards recognize top firms for their outstanding achievements in various regions, practice areas, and at the national level.
Best Lawyers
Our lawyers have received recognition in multiple editions of Best Lawyers® in Canada. Inclusion in this esteemed publication is based solely on peer review, utilizing a methodology that aims to accurately reflect the consensus opinion of leading lawyers regarding the professional capabilities of their colleagues within the same geographical and legal practice areas.
Congratulations to the following lawyers for their distinguished achievements in these specific areas of law:
- Daniel D. Nugent (Partner) in the area of Personal lnjury Litigation for the 2013 – 2026 editions.
- James D. Vilvang K.C. (Senior Associate Counsel) in the area of Personal Injury Litigation for the 2016 – 2026 editions.
- Sharon White K.C. (Partner) in the area of Real Estate Law for the 2018 – 2026 edition, and Corporate Law for the 2026 edition.
- Michael Leroux (Counsel) in the area of Commercial Leasing Law for the 2018 – 2026 editions.
- David Hay K.C. (Partner) in the area of Personal lnjury Litigation for the 2020 – 2026 editions.
- Sze-Mei Yeung (Partner) in the areas of Intellectual Property Law for the 2021 – 2026 edition, and Technology Law for the 2020 – 2026 editions.
- Silvana F. Facchin (Partner) in the area of Corporate Law for the 2020 – 2026 editions.
- C. Nicole Mangan (Partner) in the area of Commercial Leasing Law for the 2021 – 2026 editions.
- Joe C. Chan (Partner) in the area of Mergers and Acquisitions Law in the 2025 – 2026 editions.
- Aneez N. Devji (Partner) in the areas of Commercial Leasing Law and Real Estate Law in the 2025 – 2026 editions.
- Alex L. Eged (Partner) in the area of Insurance Law in the 2025 – 2026 editions.
- Greta I. Reiten (Partner) in the area of Family Law in the 2025 – 2026 editions.
- Jonathan M. S. Woolley (Partner) in the area of Intellectual Property Law in the 2025 – 2026 editions.
Chambers Canada
Richards Buell Sutton LLP has been recognized as an industry leader in Real Estate in British Columbia in the 2019–2026 editions of Chambers Canada. Our real estate lawyers have also received individual rankings in the 2023–2026 editions.
Chambers Canada recommends top lawyers as well as provincial, national, and international law firms. The rankings are based on rigorous, independent research conducted by a dedicated team, providing valuable insight for those seeking legal counsel.
As part of the process, firms and lawyers are independently assessed on factors including legal ability, client service, team strength, commercial awareness, and diligence. This comprehensive assessment provides insight into the capabilities and strengths of legal professionals and firms across Canada.
We are proud to be recognized among Canada’s leading law firms and lawyers, reflecting the strength of our Real Estate practice and our continued commitment to providing exceptional service and practical, business-focused legal advice to our clients.
Noteworthy Highlights
- King’s Counsel honours bestowed upon four of our lawyers: Jeff Lowe, K.C., Sharon White, K.C., James D. Vilvang, K.C., and David Hay, K.C.
- James D. Vilvang, K.C., received the Trial Lawyers Association of British Columbia Award for Outstanding Contribution, 2003 and is the recipient of the Georges Goyer Award for Distinguished Service to the Profession, 2011.
- Georg Reuter was the recipient of the 2002-2003 Federal Deputy Minister’s Pride and Recognition Award for outstanding success in the strategic management of complex litigation.