Paul Sullivan

Overview

Paul Sullivan, based in Ryan’s Vancouver office, is a Principal and Regional Leader of the Property Tax Complex practice, where he leads property tax services across British Columbia. He specializes in negotiating on behalf of property owners and representing clients through the assessment appeals process, in turn helping organizations achieve significant and sustained property tax savings. Paul advises clients with a focus on fairness, defensibility, and practical outcomes in highly complex assessment environments.

With deep experience in property valuation and tax advocacy, Paul brings a strong leadership and client-centered approach to property tax matters. He is a frequent speaker for Ryan clients and the Ryan Professional Development Program and is actively engaged in public policy advocacy related to property tax reform and fairness. Paul regularly addresses city councils, real estate associations, and business organizations, educating stakeholders on the complexities of property taxation and representing industry perspectives at all levels of government.

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts, The University of British Columbia

Experience & Achievements

Principal and Regional Leader, Property Tax Complex, Ryan, Vancouver office

• Leads property tax services across British Columbia

• Represents clients in assessment of appeals and complex negotiations

Senior Managing Partner, property valuation, development consulting, and tax services company

• Led teams of Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute professionals across all property types

• Delivered detailed valuation analysis to support reduced property tax outcomes

Chair, Property Tax Committee, Building Owners and Managers Association

Board Member, Canadian Property Tax Association, Vancouver Chapter

Board Member and Chair, Property Tax Committee, Urban Development Institute

Chair, Technical Committee, Vancouver Fair Tax Coalition