Janet
Gartner

Profile

Janet is known for her steady judgement, responsiveness, and unwavering focus on her clients’ objectives. In high-stakes disputes, she brings a calm, disciplined approach that allows clients to move forward with clarity and confidence. Clients describe her as “… very even-keeled” and someone who “cuts through the noise.”

Her litigation practice includes representing accountants in a wide variety of disputes including negligence claims and disciplinary matters.  She also litigates complex commercial and shareholder disputes, and estate and trust disputes.

Clients rely on her for legal advice, and for perspective. She is deliberate, thoughtful, and deeply aligned with those she represents. She listens carefully, distills complex issues, and advances strategies that reflect both the legal realities of the case and the broader outcomes her clients are seeking to achieve.

Her practice spans challenging litigation matters where consistency, credibility, and sound judgment are critical. She is particularly valued in situations where matters are evolving quickly or where competing pressures require a measured and practical response.

What distinguishes Janet is her ability to remain grounded in environments that can quickly become reactive or adversarial. She is not easily unsettled, and that steadiness translates into clear decision-making and strong client relationships built on trust.

Clients consistently describe her as highly responsive and dependable. They know she is fully engaged, attentive to detail, and committed to advancing their interests at every stage of a matter.

For clients navigating complex disputes, Janet offers a rare combination of composure, precision, and alignment. When the stakes are high and outcomes matter, these are essential qualities.

Janet is ranked in Benchmark Litigation as a leading expert in British Columbia in dispute resolution and litigation.

Janet regularly provides continuing professional education to accountants and has lectured firms privately, spoken at CPABC, and at the BC Tax Foundation Conference.