Specialty:
"W. Eric Pedersen is the managing partner and lawyer at Velletta Pedersen Christie. He was called to the bar in 2013. He routinely advises employees and employers on employment contracts and on wrongful dismissal. Mr. Pedersen represents employees and employers in matters relating to wrongful dismissal and severance and claims pursuant to the Human Rights Code, including disability discrimination and sexual harassment. He provides cost-effective advice to employers and employees on the implementation and drafting of employment contracts, including non-competition and intellectual property clauses. Mr. Pedersen has achieved successful outcomes for individuals and businesses in Provincial Court, the British Columbia Supreme Court, the British Columbia Court of Appeal, the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal, the British Columbia Employment Standards Tribunal and the Social Security Tribunal of Canada. He is a member of the Trial Lawyers of British Columbia and the Law Society of British Columbia.
2026 Highlights: W. Eric Pedersen also contributes to the community through volunteer and pro bono work and previously served as board chair of the Victoria Cool Aid Society."







