Jennifer Woznesensky

Jennifer, a key partner at Harper Grey, plays a pivotal role across various departments, notably leading the Insurance Group as its Co-Chair while contributing her expertise to the Health Law Group. Her journey has seen her evolve from the chair of the Associates’ Committee to a guiding mentor for a diverse group within the firm, including students, paralegals, and fellow associates.

Her professional journey is marked by a deep-seated expertise in navigating complex bodily injury claims, where she stands as a defender of physicians against medical malpractice claims across all judicial levels in British Columbia. Jennifer's clientele is vast, encompassing everything from sprawling shopping centers to modest homeowners, and she extends her defense to include products liability claims involving designers, manufacturers, and distributors. Her legal acumen also covers defending against property and fire loss actions, alongside managing claims related to sports, recreation, and excess liability auto claims, even representing out-of-province insurers.

Jennifer's presence has been noted in every court level within British Columbia, where her voice is not only heard but sought after, making her a frequent speaker at numerous seminars. Her dedication to mentoring mirrors her commitment to her legal practice, guiding paralegals, students, and associates with the same vigor.

Her excellence has not gone unnoticed, earning her the Lexpert® Rising Stars – Leading Lawyers Under 40 award, a testament to her leadership and professional prowess among numerous candidates nationwide. In 2023, her contributions were further recognized, marking her as a repeatedly recommended leader in Litigation-Commercial Insurance by the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory and as a Leading Lawyer in both Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation by Best Lawyers in Canada.

Beyond her professional sphere, Jennifer's commitment to community service shines brightly. Her long-standing involvement with the Women in Insurance Cancer Crusade as a director underscores her dedication to supporting cancer research, education, and support. Furthermore, her recent appointment as a director for Société Place Maillardville Society showcases her commitment to enriching her community through various programs aimed at all age groups, from youth to seniors.

Jennifer's academic background includes a J.D. from the University of Victoria in 2001 and a B.A. from Simon Fraser University in 1998, leading to her admission to the British Columbia bar in 2002. Her leadership roles extend to co-chairing Harper Grey's Insurance Law Group and participating in its mentoring program.

Her professional affiliations are extensive, holding memberships in numerous sections of the Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch, Canadian Defence Lawyers, Defence Research Institute, Medical Legal Society of BC, ReferToHer, and The Law Society of British Columbia, illustrating her broad engagement with the legal community.

Jennifer's community involvement is multifaceted, serving as a volunteer adviser for Life In Law and contributing her leadership to the Société Place Maillardville Society and WICC BC, highlighting her unwavering commitment to both her profession and her community.