Cheryl D'Sa

Cheryl D’Sa, KC, renowned for her expertise in mediation, embarked on her legal journey in 2008 upon being admitted to the bar. Her leadership abilities are prominently displayed in her role as the managing partner at Narwal Litigation LLP. This law firm dedicates its practice to diverse legal areas such as criminal defence, personal injury, professional regulation, and securities litigation.

In the realm of legal governance, Cheryl's influence was further solidified when she was selected as a Bencher during the May 2020 by-election. In this capacity, she leads the Lawyer Development Task Force and contributes as a member of the Complainant’s Review Committee. Her governance roles extend to serving as a Bencher representative on the Board of the Continuing Legal Education Society.

Cheryl’s contributions to the legal community are manifold. She served as the president of the Vancouver Bar Association, showcasing her leadership skills. Her involvement with the Canadian Bar Association is extensive, having actively participated in various committees, notably the Business of Law and Automobile Committees. Notably, she chaired the Solo & Small Firm Section, demonstrating her commitment to diverse legal practices.

Her dedication to nurturing future legal minds is evident through her active participation in mentoring initiatives. She has provided guidance to first-year students at Allard Law, members of the Women Lawyers Forum, and has been involved with the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers BC. Additionally, Cheryl has shared her insights and experiences as a guest speaker at numerous prestigious legal forums, including the CBA, BC Branch, the Trial Lawyers Association of British Columbia, and the Advocates’ Society.

Cheryl's professional excellence was recognized in 2019 when Business in Vancouver honored her as one of the Top Forty Under 40, a testament to her significant contributions and achievements in the legal field.