With over 25 years of legal practice, Mr. Mar has appeared in all level of courts in British Columbia, and in many tribunals. Having obtained his law degree at the University of British Columbia, he was called to both the Bars of British Columbia and Yukon. Mr. Mar holds a wealth of expertise in areas including corporate law, civil litigation, immigration law, estate law, and real estate law. An experienced trial lawyer and negotiator, he has acted as mediator in many cases. He provides regular services to businesses in British Columbia, being highly in demand for his valuable, strategic and practical advice. He also works with clients from countries all of over the world, including Singapore, France, England, Hong Kong, China and Taiwan delivering superior communication and understanding.
Community-minded, Mr. Mar served on numerous boards and volunteers his time generously to local organizations. In 2009, he was awarded the CFAX Community Leader of the Year Award. Instrumental in raising funds for various schools, he has supported the implementation and continuation of musical programs and performance athletic endeavours. Mr. Mar served on the board of the Victoria Dragon Boat Festival Society, Orbus Business Networks and the Chinese-Canadian National Culture Centre. He was also actively involved on the boards of the Knowledge network (BC), the Victoria Chinese Commerce Association, the Vancouver Island Memorial Society, and the Victoria Chinatown Care Foundation. Mr. Mar served as counsel and Privacy Officer for the Vancouver Island Memorial Society and the People’s Memorial Society, as well as for the Victoria Hoi Ping Association. He has also sponsored many community fundraising events and organized and run numerous community events.
