We are proud to share that Joe Murphy, KC, William (Bill) Dick, KC, Irina Kordic, Kevin Gourlay, and Alex Sayn-Wittgenstein have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2027.

Peer-Recognized Leadership Across Western Canada

Since 1982, Murphy Battista LLP has focused on fighting for justice on behalf of injured people and their families across British Columbia and beyond. Our work spans personal injury, medical and dental negligence, civil sexual assault claims, class actions, and insurance coverage disputes. 

Having five of our senior trial lawyers recognized in the 2027 edition underscores our long-standing reputation as one of Western Canada’s leading litigation boutiques.

This year’s recognized lawyers include:

• Joe Murphy, KC (Co-Founder): Recognized continuously in Best Lawyers for Personal Injury Litigation. As a co-founder of Murphy Battista LLP, Joe has dedicated his career to building a practice known for setting benchmark damage awards and delivering empathetic, client-first advocacy.
• William (Bill) Dick, KC (Partner): Honoured in Best Lawyers for Insurance Law. Bill brings deep trial and appellate experience to complex personal injury, medical negligence, and insurance coverage litigation.
• Irina Kordic (Managing Partner): Recognized for her dedicated litigation work advocating for clients in complex personal injury, catastrophic disability claims, and civil sexual assault cases.
• Kevin Gourlay (Partner): Named in Best Lawyers for Personal Injury Litigation, reflecting his proven trial track record representing individuals in serious accidents, medical errors, insurance denial claims, and more recently class action work.
• Alex Sayn-Wittgenstein (Partner): Selected in Best Lawyers for his extensive work in high-stakes liability claims and complex injury litigation related to medical negligence.

A Shared Tradition of Trial Excellence

While awards are welcome acknowledgements of past achievements, our focus remains firmly on our clients’ futures. Whether negotiating with complex insurance institutions or taking multi-million-dollar cases to court, our team’s strength comes from thorough preparation, legal skill, and genuine care for the people we represent.

Please join us in congratulating Joe, Bill, Irina, Kevin, and Alex on this well-deserved professional honour.

🔗 View the firm’s Best Lawyers in Canada™ profile here: Murphy Battista LLP.