Luciana Brasil

Luciana Brasil, with her roots in Sao Paulo, Brazil, has woven an impressive career in law, intertwining diverse legal traditions from her homeland and Canada. She embarked on her legal journey at Mackenzie University, earning a Bachelor of Civil Law in 1994, before crossing continents to secure a Bachelor of Law from the University of Victoria in British Columbia four years later. Her academic prowess laid a solid foundation for a career characterized by versatility and depth.

At Branch MacMaster, Luciana has risen to prominence, steering the class action practice with a unique blend of insight and strategy. Her legal acumen shines in a domain that sees her navigating the complexities of representing both plaintiffs and defendants—a testament to her balanced understanding of the battlefield. This distinctive stance enables her to devise strategies that are both innovative and effective, drawing from her encounters with top-tier class action counsel across Canada.

The courts have become a familiar arena for Luciana, where she has showcased her expertise up to the Supreme Court of Canada. Her practice, however, is not confined to any single jurisdiction. She has advocated for her clients in a range of locales, from Alberta to New York, demonstrating her adaptability and national reach.

Beyond the courtroom, Luciana dedicates time to nurturing the next generation of legal minds at the Allard School of Law, University of British Columbia. Together with Chelsea D. Hermanson, she demystifies the intricacies of class actions for law students, sharing her rich experiences and insights.

Fluency in Portuguese enables her to maintain a vibrant connection with her Brazilian roots, evidenced by her membership in the Brazilian Bar Association, Sao Paulo Chapter. Away from the legal world, Luciana embraces the joy of equestrian life, contributing her time to STaRS (Southlands Therapeutic Riding Society), a noble initiative offering therapeutic riding to individuals with disabilities. This passion extends to her personal life in Vancouver, where she resides with her family and their Rhodesian Ridgeback companions.

Her legal journey is marked by significant milestones, including her admission to the British Columbia bar in 1999 and the Alberta bar in 2013, encapsulating a career that blends international flair with local expertise. Through her dynamic approach to class actions, Luciana Brasil not only navigates the legal landscape with finesse but also leaves an indelible mark on it, bridging continents, cultures, and communities with her work.