About David

David Borins grew up in Toronto and moved to Vancouver in 1992 to pursue his undergraduate and law degrees at UBC. He articled and practiced for a decade at Farris LLP before becoming an equity partner at Heenan Blaikie, and founded Borins & Company in 2012. His practice covers labour law, employment law, administrative law, and litigation, and he has appeared before the BC Supreme Court, the Federal Court, and various labour relations boards and human rights tribunals. He represents trade unions in grievance arbitrations, mediations, and certification matters, and also acts for employers and employees in workplace disputes and investigations. David has extensive experience advising societies and professional associations on governance, member discipline, and complex litigation.

Practice areas

Employment & Labour LawAdministrative & Regulatory LawCivil Litigation & Dispute ResolutionBusiness & Corporate Law

Education & credentials

Law school
University of British Columbia
Undergraduate
University of British Columbia

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