About Daniel

Daniel Coles is a trial lawyer appearing before BC courts, administrative tribunals and, on occasion, the Supreme Court of Canada. Coles's practice covers construction litigation, media and defamation law and hospitality licensing, and Coles regularly advises journalists and news organizations on publication bans and court access issues. Coles also advises on BC's liquor laws, writes on alcohol regulation, hosts a legal podcast, and belongs to the Canadian Media Lawyers Association and the International Wine Law Association.

Practice areas

Construction Law Civil Litigation & Dispute Resolution Administrative & Regulatory Law

Education & credentials

Law school
Dalhousie University
Undergraduate
St. Francis Xavier University, Bachelor of Arts (Honours), 2008

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