Lily is building a practice in business law with a broad focus that includes general corporate matters and sales and purchases of businesses and assets.

Lily joined McMillan as an associate after completing her articles at the firm. Prior to joining McMillan and during her legal studies, Lily volunteered at Atira Women’s Resource Society through a placement with Pro Bono Students Canada. She was also Co-President of the Asia Pacific Law Club and the Student Director representing the Peter A. Allard School of Law with the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (British Columbia chapter).


Expertise

Practices


Education & Admissions

2023
Called to the British Columbia Bar
2022
Juris Doctor, Faculty of LawUniversity of British Columbia
2019
Bachelor of Arts (with distinction), Political Science, Minor in Law and SocietyUniversity of British Columbia

Insights (7 Posts)View More

Featured Insight

MSBs Beware: The British Columbia Money Services Businesses Act is Around the Corner

On April 26, 2023, the Money Services Businesses Act (the “BC MSBA”) passed third reading in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia.

Read More
May 1, 2023
Featured Insight

New Transparency Requirements on the Horizon for Federal Corporations: Bill C-42’s Proposed Amendments to the Canada Business Corporations Act

Bill C-42, introduced in Parliament on March 22, 2023, proposes to further increase corporate transparency and accountability.

Read More
May 1, 2023
Featured Insight

British Columbia’s Privacy Regulator Issues New Privacy Breach Guidance: Here’s What You Need to Know

BC Privacy Commissioner's recent guidance relating to privacy breaches acknowledges that breach notification can be a useful tool to mitigate harm.

Read More
Feb 16, 2023
Featured Insight

The Importance of Policy Considerations on the Deductibility of Employee Benefits

In a recent decision the BC Court of Appeal provided clarity and guidance on the rules regarding the deductibility of employee benefits from wrongful dismissal awards

Read More
Dec 14, 2022
Featured Insight

“Say on Climate” — Key Considerations in Implementing Shareholder Votes on Climate

Shareholder engagement on climate-related matters continues to grow across the globe, including Canada, these issues are a key focus area for public companies

Read More
Jul 16, 2021
Featured Insight

Taking Stock of Governance — Understanding Emerging ESG, Regulatory, and Market Trends

Taking Stock of Governance — Understanding Emerging ESG, Regulatory, and Market Trends

Read More
May 26, 2021
Featured Insight

Taking Stock of Governance — Understanding Emerging ESG, Regulatory, and Market Trends (adapted to the Province of Québec)

Taking Stock of Governance — Understanding Emerging ESG, Regulatory, and Market Trends (adapted to the Province of Québec)

Read More
May 26, 2021

Deals & Cases (2 Posts)

Featured Insight

West Fraser to Sell Two Pulp Mills in Western Canada to Atlas Holdings

On September 22, 2023, West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX and NYSE: WFG) (“West Fraser”) announced its agreement to sell it’s Quesnel River Pulp mill in Quesnel, British Columbia and its Slave Lake Pulp mill in Slave Lake, Alberta to Atlas Holdings (“Atlas”) for US$120 Million.

Read More
Sep 22, 2023
Featured Insight

West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. to Sell Hinton Pulp Mill to Mondi

On July 10, 2023, West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX and NYSE: WFG) (“West Fraser”) announced an agreement to sell its unbleached softwood kraft pulp mill in Hinton, Alberta to Mondi Group plc (“Mondi”), a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper.

Read More
Jul 10, 2023