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.
Education
- Juris Doctor, University of Toronto, 2012
- Bachelor of Arts (History), McGill University, 2008
Memberships & Affiliations
- Insolvency Discussion Group, Member and Presenter
- CBABC Civil Litigation, Member of the Executive (2024-2025, 2025-2026)
- Vancouver Bar Association
Representative Cases
- 2023 BCSC 1337 Malak v. Hanna
- 2023 BCSC 893 Li Estate (Trustee) v Li
- 2023 BCSC 503 Lang v Lapp
- 2022 BCSC 1088 Baker (Re)
- 2022 BCSC 927 1261682 B.C. Ltd. v 617436 B.C. Ltd.
- 2022 BCSC 825 Challenge House Equities Inc. v Premier Sunrise Developments Ltd.
- 2019 02 01 BCSC 126 Solid Holdings Ltd.
- 2017 02 09 BCCA Bankers Mortgage Corporation v. Plaza Hotels Ltd.
- 2017 07 13 BCSC 1201 Thandi (Re)
- 2016 03 16 BCCA Kriegman v. Wilson
- 2015 03 23 BCSC LLS America LLC (Trustee of) v. Wilson, 201 BCSC 441
- McClay Estate vs. Douglas, 2021 BCSC 2295
- Li v Liang, 2021 BCSC 1856
- 1182054 B.C. Ltd. v. Penny, 2021 BCSC 206
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)
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
Bar admissions
British Columbia, 2013
