Amy Nathanson

In the realm of law, Amy stands out as a distinguished litigator specializing in civil and commercial litigation. She diligently represents her clients across a spectrum of complex business and commercial conflicts spanning various sectors. Her expertise encompasses a wide array of legal challenges, including disputes over pensions and benefits, commercial conflicts, class actions, product liability issues, insurance litigation, and construction disagreements.

With a career marked by appearances in every level of court within British Columbia, Amy's proficiency in litigation is well-established. Beyond the courtroom, she excels in alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation, to efficiently solve disputes outside of traditional legal settings.

Amy's commitment to the legal community extends to her contributions to the Lawson Lundell’s Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Blog. Through this platform, she shares insights on the latest trends and pressing issues within the legal and business worlds, providing valuable perspectives to both peers and clients.

Her professional journey is backed by a solid educational foundation, with a B.A. (Hon.) from Queen’s University in 1999, followed by a J.D. and M.S.W. from the University of Toronto in 2006. Further honing her expertise, Amy acquired an Osgoode Certificate in Pension Law from Osgoode Hall Law School of York University in 2016. Her admission to the Bar in British Columbia in 2007 marked the beginning of her professional practice in the region.

Amy’s involvement in the legal community is evidenced by her active membership in the Canadian Bar Association and the Vancouver Bar Association. Her dedication to societal contributions is notable through her volunteer work with the Access Pro Bono Civil Chambers Program, where she offers her legal expertise to those in need.

Her areas of practice are diverse, including class actions, commercial litigation, estate planning and litigation, insurance litigation, labour, employment and human rights, litigation and dispute resolution, pensions and benefits litigation, and product liability. This breadth of expertise ensures that Amy is well-equipped to handle a wide range of legal issues, offering comprehensive legal services to her clients.