Advisors for Life.Recognized in 2026 and 2027 by in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ for Corporate Law and Real Estate Law
Charthouse Lawyers offers you peace-of-mind and confidence through our legal services in business, estate planning, probate, and real estate law on the Sunshine Coast.
We’re your neighbours on the Coast, and experts in helping you manage and grow your life’s work. Located in Sechelt and honoured to work and live on the unceded territory of the shishálh (Sechelt) Nation and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nations, commonly known as BC’s Sunshine Coast.
Charthouse Lawyers, formerly known as the Lois Potter Law Office and Jones & Whitely, is passionate about helping our clients build and protect their businesses and assets. No stuffy lawyers here; we want to talk about your goals candidly and openly, while building a genuine relationship.
What We Do
Business Law
If you manage a small business, invest in businesses, or are an incorporated professional, we can advise you on the best ways to manage, grow and protect your wealth. We have over 300 business clients, from doctors to developers, arborists to accountants, cannabis investors to children’s book distributors.
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Real Estate
Residential and commercial property owners, buyers, lenders, landlords and investors need to protect their lives’ biggest investments. Whether you use a real estate agent or us to negotiate your deal, we make sure the deal happens. We can prevent unintended tax consequences, sloppy contracts and confusion before problems occur.
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Estate Planning
We offer sympathetic and informed advice to those tasked with trustee roles for a deceased loved one or those who need to do their own estate planning, including putting together a legal will. We aim to comfortably guide you through your issues with our experience and unique insight from helping hundreds of Sunshine Coast families make end-of-life decisions.
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Non-Profit Law
At Charthouse Lawyers, we recognize the invaluable contributions that not-for-profit organizations make to our communities and society as a whole. Our dedicated team of legal professionals is well-versed in the intricate landscape of not-for-profit law and is committed to providing comprehensive guidance to support the unique needs of these organizations.
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Managing Lawyer
Spencer Keys
I’m driven by giving people legal footing that allows them to confidently live their life. I focus on addressing business challenges, estate planning, and end-of-life decisions. I can help cut through the jargon and set up plans and agreements that set you up for success.
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