Amy Mortimore

Amy melds her deep legal acumen with a compassionate, yet pragmatic approach when handling emotionally intense cases. Her knack for spotting opportunities and securing favorable outcomes has made her a go-to for a diverse clientele. She represents executors, trustees, beneficiaries, trust corporations, and various non-profit entities and charitable organizations, guiding them through complex legal landscapes.

Her commitment to enhancing the legal and professional milieu in British Columbia is unwavering. Amy has shared her wealth of knowledge through lectures aimed at a broad audience, including lawyers, law students, accountants, and trust officers, among others. Her collaboration with Mark Weintraub, K.C., in 2020, led to the publication of "British Columbia Estate Litigation," a pivotal resource that delves into the intricacies faced by estate practitioners in the region.

Amy's role extends beyond authorship; she is a seasoned speaker and has played a pivotal role in organizing numerous seminars and conferences. Notably, she has been a co-chair for the TLABC Women Lawyers Retreat since 2018 and the CBABC Wills & Estates Conference since 2019. Her efforts in orchestrating Charities Forum events underscore her dedication to fostering professional growth within the charitable sector.

Her contributions to the field of estate and trust law are further evidenced by her writing for leading resources and various publications. Since 2016, Amy has been an influential figure on the Board of Directors for the Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia, now serving as its Past Chair.

Amy's educational background is as impressive as her professional achievements. She was called to the Bar in British Columbia in 1998, after earning her Bachelor of Laws from the University of Victoria in 1997 and a Bachelor of Arts in French from The University of British Columbia in 1993.

Her practice areas are as broad as they are specialized, co-chairing the Estates & Trusts and the Estates & Trusts Opinions and Appeals sections. Amy also focuses on Elder Law, along with Charities and Not-For-Profits Law, showcasing her versatile expertise and dedication to serving a wide range of legal needs.