Barbara Stanley

Barbara Stanley, KC, esteemed partner at Stanley Law based in Trail, stands out as a multifaceted legal professional, primarily focusing on family law. Her expertise, however, extends to encompassing realms such as real estate conveyancing, and the intricacies of wills and estates. A proud alumna of the University of British Columbia, she embarked on her legal journey by earning her law degree in 1992. The following year marked a significant milestone in her career as she was formally inducted into the bar in 1993.

March 2017 heralded a new chapter in Barbara's professional narrative when she was elected as a Bencher. In this role, she brings a wealth of knowledge and insight, particularly as the Vice-Chair of the Discipline Committee, where her contributions have been invaluable.

Barbara's commitment to social justice and community support shines through her involvement with the Trail Family & Individual Resource Society's Poverty Law Advocacy Program. Since October 2019, she has been the guiding force as the supervising lawyer for this initiative, generously supported by the Law Foundation. Her dedication to the legal community extends further; she has played pivotal roles as an appeal board tribunal member with the Health Professions Review Board and as a mentor to emerging young female lawyers through the CBA Women Lawyer's Mentoring program. Her leadership skills and legal acumen have also been recognized through her service as a governor of the Law Foundation and in various capacities—Secretary-Treasurer, Vice-President, and President—within the Kootenay Bar Association.

Barbara's commitment to her community transcends her legal endeavors. Her volunteerism is broad and impactful, highlighted by her tenure as a governor of Selkirk College and her directorship at the Kootenay Friends of Children Foundation. Moreover, her leadership skills have been instrumental in her roles as director, secretary, and chair of the Trail Family & Individual Resource Centre Society. Through these diverse roles, Barbara Stanley, KC, has demonstrated a profound dedication to both her profession and her community, embodying the ideals of service and excellence in the field of law.