 Bennett Jones Education University of British Columbia, BA, 2007 Dalhousie University, JD, 2013 Bar Admissions British Columbia, 2014 Michelle Yung brings business-centred practical knowledge and guidance in support of her client’s business objectives. Clients depend on her for knowing the letter of the law and, more importantly, for her insights on the legal framework for advancing their goals. Overview Michelle's practice is focused on all aspects of real property. She has extensive experience in commercial leasing and regularly advises landlords, tenants and property managers on matters across shopping centre, retail, office, mixed use and industrial sectors. She also advises clients on the financing, acquisition and disposition of real estate assets as well as on re zoning, subdivision, development and building permit processes.. She collaborates closely with clients and external advisors to address land use planning considerations, anticipate regulatory challenges and align strategy with commercial objectives, ensuring transactions proceed with clarity and confidence. Prior to joining Bennett Jones, Michelle served as in house counsel to a leading Canadian commercial real estate owner, operator and developer with a portfolio valued at approximately 31 billion. There she provided strategic guidance on commercial leasing, procurement and property management. In the community, Michelle is on the board of directors of Atira Women's Resource Society, a not-for-profit organization committed to the work of ending violence against women. She has also served on the board of directors of The Greater Vancouver International Film Festival Society, a not-for-profit cultural organization operating the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF). Michelle regularly volunteers as a clinician for Access Pro Bono Society of BC and has served on the board of directors of Commercial Real Estate Women Vancouver (CREW Vancouver), a non-profit association seeking to advance the achievements of women in the industry. ,,She is client and service oriented and has been invaluable, providing focused, timely advice. She handles extremely complex transactions with intense timelines and has been a pleasure to work with." Experience • A Europe-based Investor in its precedent-setting acquisition of The Post, a mixed-use office and retail complex • MidOcean Energy, an LNG company formed and managed by EIG, in its acquisition from PETRONAS of an interest in LNG Canada and the North Montney Joint Venture • LSI Industries (Nasdaq; LYTS), a manufacturer of commercial lighting and display solutions, in its acquisition of Canada’s Best Store Fixtures, a provider of retail fixtures and custom store design solutions for grocery, quick service restaurant, c-store, banking and specialty retail environments • 1077333 B.C. Ltd. in the negotiations with ICBC for new headquarters lease of approximately 165,000 sq ft in a new mass timber office. • Supported logistics and warehousing company in its $150M acquisition of large industrial property in downtown Vancouver. • Kensington Capital Partners and Kensington Private Equity Fund in its acquisition and subsequent amalgamation of Resolute Health Corporation Limited, a leading Canadian healthcare services business specializing in the testing and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. • Contractor, in the drafting and negotiation of behind the fence service electrical infrastructure agreement. Recognitions & Awards Chambers Canada • Real Estate - British Columbia Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory • Real Estate – Commercial Leasing |