About Israel

Israel was a founding partner of Taylor Jordan Chafetz, which joined Harris & Company in December 2014. Over a 35-year career he has advised employers on statutory and collective agreement obligations and appeared before labour boards, tribunals, and provincial and federal courts across several jurisdictions, in sectors including retail food, food processing, maritime, transportation, and publishing. He has taught at UBC's Faculty of Commerce and is a published author, having won the Advocate short story contest more than once.

Education & credentials

Law school
Queen's University
Undergraduate
University of Manitoba, BComm (Hons)
Other degrees
MSc, Labour Relations, University of British Columbia

Listing compiled from public sources in July 2026. Confirm Israel Chafetz, K.C.’s licence and standing in the Law Society of British Columbia directory ↗