Firm Profile


At Lawson & Coleman, we work as a team to provide the best service possible to clients and the community.

Our firm opened its doors on September 30, 1985 in North Vancouver, BC. With the help of many friends, colleagues and family, J.W. (Bill) Lawson, CPA, CGA was able to create a firm of dedicated professionals and staff.

In 1999, Karen Coleman, CPA, CGA joined the firm and in 2009 became a partner.

On January 1, 2021 the firm welcomed two new partners, Sarah Lawson, CPA, CGA, and Sharon Henshaw, CPA, CA.

With a strong foundation of long time clients and team members, the firm continues to experience steady growth with a focus on serving the business owner-manager market.

Today, the Lawson & Coleman team is made up of three partners and a team of 14. We are proud of our growing client base, solid relationships with long-time clients and the services we offer.

Lawson & Coleman provides outstanding accounting, tax and consulting services while ensuring fair, honest and ethical treatment when dealing with our clients, team members and the community. We help clients reach their goals by identifying needs and providing reliable and accurate information and solutions in a timely and professional manner.

Lawson & Coleman is a progressive professional services firm that provides clear personalized business advice to help our clients achieve their goals. As an employer we promote a culture of continuous learning, challenge and an exceptional work/life balance. We are committed to excellence, integrity and quality in everything we do.