Perminder Tung |
Lindsay Kenney LLP
Perminder Tung | Lindsay Kenney LLP
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Firm Summary
Perminder S. Tung is a Partner at Lindsay Kenney LLP and is co-leader of the Estate Planning & Litigation practice group at LK Law.
Estate Litigation & Wills Variation Claims
Perminder assists beneficiaries, who have been disinherited or unfairly treated in relation to the distribution of a family estate. These claims can be emotional and difficult as they often involve a beneficiary feeling that they have not been treated fairly or that the executor/administrator is not fulfilling their duties and responsibilities.
These are delicate issues for families. Perminder’s goal is to assist families with a resolution while avoiding costly court conflicts. If the case must go to court Perminder and the team at LK Law are skilled litigators who are prepared to advance your rights. Perminder is passionate about this area of the law and is a regular contributor to presentations and online content to educate the public.
Civil Sexual Assault and Personal Injury
Perminder also assists victims of workplace sexual harassment and survivors of sexual assault. Perminder is known for his compassion, integrity and tenacity in his advocacy to help improve access to justice. Perminder is committed to improving this area of the law and educating the public about the important difference between criminal and civil proceedings: follow the above channels for his content and FAQs. He is aware that it takes an incredible amount of courage to speak to anyone about these events and is highly rated by his clients for being a great listener and confidant throughout the difficult legal process.
Mediation & Dispute Resolution
Perminder is a Chartered Mediator (C. Med.) designated through the Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Canada (ADRIC). Perminder is skilled at the art of dealing with people and has successfully mediated hundreds of claims in various areas of the law, including: personal injury, disability insurance denials, estate litigation and wills variation claims, business, commercial, and construction disputes, shareholder disputes, wrongful dismissal and workplace claims, civil sexual assault among many other areas of the law.
Perminder is also a member of the ADRBC Mediation Roster Program, where he is part of an exclusive list of mediators who have been vetted for relevant skills, experience, and training. Perminder is a member of the Civil Roster of MediateBC, a not-for-profit governmental body that provides the public with a dedicated roster of highly trained and experienced mediators.
In 2020, Perminder was appointed by ADRIC to serve on the Board of Directors of ADRBC, where he hopes to contribute to the growth and promotion of the mediation profession.
Background
Perminder was born and raised in the Fraser Valley and is passionate about his roots in Surrey, BC.
Ever an active member of the community, Perminder cares deeply about helping at-risk youth and accelerating opportunities for gifted and disadvantaged youth. He frequently speaks at community events and high schools to encourage young people to reach for the stars.
Recreationally, he can be found playing basketball and ball-hockey. He volunteers as a coach on his daughter’s soccer team and son’s ball-hockey team. If he is not on a court or soccer field, he can be found hiking with his wife and their Hungarian Vizsla, Chase.
Education
Chartered Mediator, Alternative Dispute Resolution Institute of Canada, 2022
Certificate in Conflict Resolution: Mediation and Third Party Intervention, Justice Institute of British Columbia, 2020
Juris Doctor, cum laude, University of Detroit, 2008
Bachelor of Laws, University of Windsor, 2008
Bachelor of Arts (Sociology), Simon Fraser University, 2004
Memberships and Affiliations
Law Society of British Columbia, Member in Good Standing
Trial Lawyers Association of British Columbia
Fraser Valley School Society. Founding Board Member and Vice Chair (2016 to present)
South Asian Bar Association, Board of Directors, (2008 to 2018), President (2016 to 2018)
College of Massage Therapists of BC – Board of Governors (2012 to 2018)
Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association, Board Member
Languages
English
Punjabi
Hindi