Reilly brings a practical, strategic approach to resolving complex disputes for his clients. A Partner at Lindsay Kenney LLP, working primarily from the firm’s Vancouver office, he maintains a broad civil litigation practice and advises clients in matters involving a wide range of factual and legal issues.
Reilly regularly handles commercial disputes involving contracts, property transactions, commercial leases, investments in private companies, partnerships, and joint ventures. He also acts on fraud claims, including those related to fraudulent cryptocurrency exchanges. In recent years, he has developed significant experience pursuing professional negligence cases on behalf of clients seeking to recover losses arising from the errors and omissions of professional advisors.
In addition to his general litigation practice, Reilly has extensive experience in bankruptcy and insolvency law. He assists companies and individuals with asset recovery, enforcement of security, and debt relief, acting for both lenders and borrowers, including in foreclosure matters.
Known for his clear, pragmatic guidance, Reilly helps clients evaluate the costs and benefits of litigation versus alternative dispute resolution. He is an experienced negotiator who represents clients in mediation and arbitration and regularly appears before the Supreme Court of British Columbia.
Presentations / Publications
- The Certificate of Pending Litigation: A (Newly Sharpened) Weapon in the Trustee’s Arsenal, Presentation for the Insolvency Discussion Group (May 2023)
- The Duty of Good Faith and Consumer Proposals, Presentation for the Insolvency Discussion Group (May 2022)
- Canadian Law on Unwitting Investments in “Ponzi” Schemes in Question (June 2018)
- Buyers Beware of Judges: The Doctrine of Successor Liability, CLE Presentation (January 2018)
- Solicitor-client Privilege in the Bankruptcy Context, Presentation for the Insolvency Discussion Group (March 2014)
Education
- Juris Doctor, University of Toronto, 2012
- Bachelor of Arts (History), McGill University, 2008
Memberships u0026 Affiliations
- Insolvency Discussion Group, Member and Presenter
- CBABC Civil Litigation, Member of the Executive (2024-2025, 2025-2026)
- Vancouver Bar Association
Community Involvement
- Access Pro Bono, Volunteer
- Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, Member and Volunteer at Boat for Hope, an annual Variety Club event
- CHIMO Community Services, Outreach and Advocacy Program, volunteer (July 2018 to February 2020)
- Urban Native Youth Association, Mentorship Program, volunteer (2016 – March 2018)
Beyond the Office
During his free time, Reilly enjoys attending performances by musicians from all the world’s many musical traditions, as well as international films at the VIFF Centre, and contemporary dance by Ballet BC. Reilly also likes to watch professional sports, including tennis, baseball, basketball, and hockey.
Areas of Law
Financial Services
General Litigation
Languages
English
Bar admissions
British Columbia, 2013
