Jill Yates

Jill Yates is a titan in the legal field, particularly known for her adept handling of intricate legal battles spanning class actions, product liability, financial services, and commercial disputes. Steering the helm as Chair of the National Class Actions Group and leading the Vancouver Litigation team, her expertise doesn't end there. She's a pivotal figure in the firm's Financial Services Litigation and Consumer and Retail groups too.

Her knack for distilling complex legal issues into manageable pieces wins her client admiration. Crafting strategies that cut through the maze of legal intricacies, Jill secures victories in challenging cases. Her courtroom prowess is unmatched, offering invaluable support to clients embroiled in significant disputes. Jill's clientele is diverse, ranging from major players in financial services and retail to pioneers in technology, pharmaceuticals, forestry, and manufacturing sectors. She's the trusted litigator for heavyweights like The Toronto-Dominion Bank, CIBC, and LG, to name a few.

Acknowledged by Canada's premier legal rating agencies, Jill's expertise shines across multiple domains, earning her accolades such as Leading Lawyer and Litigation Star. Her approach to client service is highly praised, noted for her ability to convey complex ideas succinctly and effectively.

Jill's legal battles are vast and varied, including defending against allegations of closet indexing in a landmark nine-week trial, tackling class actions over various fees, and navigating product liability and consumer protection claims. Her commercial litigation acumen has seen her represent employers in intricate employment disputes, secure victories for large landowners against conspiracy and fraud, and resolve complex arbitral disputes over land sales.

Her contributions extend beyond the courtroom. As editor of "Defending Class Actions in Canada" and a speaker at numerous legal forums, Jill shares her insights, enriching the legal community's understanding of class actions and litigation trends.

Her educational background is equally impressive, with a BSc in Biological Sciences and an LLB from the University of British Columbia, decorated with scholarships and awards. Her early career saw her clerking for the Chief Justice of the British Columbia Court of Appeal before her bar admission in 2002. Active in legal communities, she's held leadership roles in the International Bar Association and the Canadian Bar Association.

Jill's commitment to social good is evident in her leadership roles with BGC South Coast B.C. and the Vancouver United Way Committee. Her dedication to both the legal profession and community service underscores her multifaceted impact.

Her accolades are a testament to her legal prowess, with recognitions from Chambers Canada, The Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation, The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, and Best Lawyers in Canada. Jill's legal practice spans the gamut of litigation and d