Jenya Hammond

Jenya Hammond, a business attorney with a keen focus on the intricacies of infrastructure and construction initiatives, also extends her expertise to a broad spectrum of commercial issues. Her adeptness covers the comprehensive journey of infrastructure projects, from their inception, through the design and procurement stages, to the construction, and finally, the operational and maintenance phases. Her proficiency encompasses a variety of project delivery frameworks, notably public-private partnerships. Hammond is a go-to advisor for both project owners and contenders, offering guidance on request for proposal (RFP) processes, tender submissions, and the strategic formation of procurement initiatives. Her role involves crafting intricate procurement documentation and forging commercial contracts, ensuring her clients are well-prepared for successful negotiations.

Her legal prowess is not confined to infrastructure alone; she offers her skills to an array of clients including public entities, private corporations, health authorities, and charitable organizations, helping them navigate the complexities of commercial contracts.

Hammond's academic background is solid, holding a Juris Doctor degree from the University of British Columbia, obtained in 2011, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Victoria, completed in 2005. She earned her legal practice admission in British Columbia in 2012, marking the start of her distinguished career in law.

Her professional journey is marked by involvement in significant projects that span various sectors, including construction and engineering, healthcare, infrastructure planning, and public-private partnerships, with a particular focus on energy, infrastructure, resources, life sciences, and healthcare industries.

Among the notable projects Hammond has contributed to is the Broadway Subway Project, acting as counsel to the Province of British Columbia. This project, valued at $2.83 billion, aims to extend Vancouver's SkyTrain system and includes several urban infrastructure enhancements. Similarly, she played a pivotal role in the Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project, a $3.12 billion initiative to extend the SkyTrain network, which encompasses numerous stations and support facilities.

Her expertise also extends to environmental sustainability, as evidenced by her advice to the Capital Regional District on a comprehensive wastewater treatment program. Additionally, she has been involved in healthcare infrastructure, providing counsel for the development of acute care hospitals in British Columbia and a mental health and correctional complex in Saskatchewan.

Hammond has also showcased her skills in the realm of long-term care, advising on a pioneering public-private partnership for a long-term care facility in Swift Current. Moreover, her involvement in the relocation of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police "E" Division Headquarters underscores her versatility and commitment to public service projects.

Her contributions to social housing through the SRO Renewal Initiative P3 Project in Vancouver highlight her dedication to societal improvement. Lastly, her role in the Pan Am Games infrastructure projects, including stadia and a velodrome, showcases her capacity to impact major sporting events.

Jenya Hammond's legal acumen and her pivotal role in these diverse projects underscore her significant contribution to the field of business law, particularly in infrastructure and commercial contracts. Her work not only facilitates critical infrastructure development but also ensures these projects are executed with a keen eye on legal and commercial viability.