Andrea MacLean

Andrea MacLean stands out at JSS Barristers for her adept handling of defamation cases, a specialized niche where she represents both sides with equal fervor. Her legal portfolio, however, spans much broader, covering the gamut from corporate squabbles and contractual disagreements to personal injury and insurance matters. Not just confined to the courtroom, Andrea has made her mark before prestigious bodies like the Alberta Court of Queen's Bench, Provincial Court, and the Securities Commission.

Hailing from Red Deer, Alberta, Andrea's journey into law began at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Law, where she not only excelled academically but also made it to the Dean's List before her call to the Alberta Bar in 2018. Her path to law was anything but conventional, with earlier pursuits in Theatre Studies at Red Deer College and Journalism at Ryerson University, setting a unique foundation for her legal career. Her journalistic tenure in Calgary, highlighted by an Edward R. Murrow Award for flood coverage, showcases her diverse skill set and commitment to impactful storytelling.

While at law school, Andrea's dedication to community service shone through her volunteer work with Student Legal Assistance and her clerkship at the Provincial Court of Alberta. Her competitive spirit found a platform in moot court competitions, notably the Alberta Court of Appeal Moot.

Beyond the legal arena, Andrea's passions are as varied as her career trajectory. From traversing the globe to mastering the squash court, and embracing the great outdoors through hiking and camping, she embodies a dynamic blend of interests.

Her intellectual contributions to the legal community are substantial, with publications addressing timely issues like pandemic-related class actions and the nuances of contract enforceability during crises. Her exploration of legal topics extends to wills and dependency legislation, and the intricacies of third-party claims in construction disputes, reinforcing her role as a thought leader.

Andrea's voice also resonates beyond written work, with speaking engagements at events like the CBA Construction Law Meeting, where she shares her insights and experiences, enriching the legal discourse.

In Andrea MacLean, JSS Barristers boasts a lawyer whose background in acting and journalism adds depth to her legal practice, blending analytical rigor with a narrative flair. Her multifaceted career, community engagement, and scholarly contributions paint the picture of a lawyer deeply committed to her profession, her clients, and the broader legal community.