At RLR Lawyers we are committed to providing legal advice and services that support First Nation governments, entities, organizations, and individuals in achieving their goals and objectives.
In addition to advising our clients on litigation strategy and representing our clients in court and during settlement negotiations we offer expertise in the areas listed below. Click on the links below for details about the services we provide.
- First Nation Business and Economic Development
- First Nation Governance and Lands
- Indigenous Entrepreneurs
- Wills, Estates, and Capacity Planning
- Family Law and Matrimonial Property
- Employment Law
Aboriginal Law and Indigenous Law
Our lawyers recognize the distinction between “Aboriginal law” and “Indigenous law.” Aboriginal law generally refers to the body of law concerning a variety of issues related to Indigenous peoples in Canada, including constitutionally protected Aboriginal rights, interests, and treaty rights. Indigenous people also maintain their own inherent Indigenous laws. Indigenous law and Indigenous legal traditions are the laws and legal traditions of the First Peoples of this land, which are intimately connected to the land, customs, practices, and identity of each Indigenous Nation.
First Nations Law
Our team of lawyers provides legal advice and services to First Nation governments, entities, organizations and individuals on a variety of issues (“First Nation law”), including economic and business development, governance and policy development, land and natural resource management, regulation and administrative matters, wills and estate administration, employment law, and more.
We understand the complex legal and regulatory frameworks that affect Indigenous peoples and governments, as well as the unique issues that can arise when applying First Nation law, Indigenous law, or Aboriginal law. Our clients can count on us to provide a comprehensive assessment of their legal issues and sound strategy during negotiations or in court if that becomes necessary.
Big Congratulations to Mint Cleaning Products!
RLR was proud to support dynamic Island entrepreneurs Mint Cleaning Products on their journey—right from the beginning, all the way to cleaning up on Dragon’s Den! Their hard work, determination, and willingness to take bold steps forward have paid off in a big way. What started as two women in Ucluelet with a passion for…
Congratulations to our colleague, Shane Landreville, on earning the prestigious TEP designation!
Ramsay Lampman Rhodes associate, Shane Landreville completed the STEP Diploma in Trusts and Estates, in August of this year. STEP credentials are respected qualifications that combine academic and practical training. They confirm that solicitors, like Shane, are well-versed in current issues related to trusts and estates and follow strict professional and ethical standards. A TEP…
The Agricultural Land Commission and Subdivisions
Navigating the complexities of land management in British Columbia’s Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) can be a daunting task for landowners and farmers, particularly when it comes to subdividing property. While there are valid reasons for wanting to subdivide—whether for family succession, financial planning, or operational efficiency—the process is tightly regulated by the Agricultural Land Commission…