Overview

Scott’s practice is primarily focused on litigation of construction, lease, real estate and contractual disputes. His clients include owners, developers, landlords, tenants, contractors and trades. Scott has acted as litigation counsel to British Columbia Housing Management Commission since his call to the bar.
Scott brings a pragmatic approach to dispute resolution. He provides his clients with an assessment and recommendations at the outset of each matter with a view to achieving timely and cost-effective results. Scott regularly resolves his client’s disputes through negotiation and without the need for lengthy court proceedings, mediation or arbitration.
Scott has been recognized by his peers and included in Best Lawyers in Canada since 2022 for his expertise in Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Commercial Leasing Law, and Construction Law.
Scott has been a member of the board of the Children’s Hearing and Speech Centre of British Columbia for twelve years. During his time on the board he served as vice-president and president. He now serves as past president, supporting the current board executive that he helped recruit.
Scott is a team captain for the Ride to Conquer Cancer (now Tour de Cure) and has been designated as an Ambassador for the event.
Scott is also captain of the Children’s Hearing and Speech Centre team that participates annually in the Rotary Ride for Hearing, a 100 km charity bike ride organized by the Rotary Club of Vancouver.
Scott regularly organizes and provides seminars to Boughton’s lawyers on matters relating to litigation, practice management, professional ethics and Lawyer’s Insurance Fund claims.

Practice Areas

• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Employment Law
• Civil Litigation
• Labour Law
• Construction Law

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 2004 (BC)