Katherine Lam

Katherine Lam, a committed family lawyer at North Shore Law, steers individuals through transformative moments in their personal lives with meticulous and goal-oriented counsel. Her role encompasses guiding clients through the complexities of separation, crafting parenting arrangements, and managing financial obligations such as child and spousal support, alongside asset division. Katherine's approach involves offering a spectrum of legal assistance that spans drafting agreements for cohabitation or separation to representing clients in court or mediation settings, always with a keen eye on advocating for their interests and achieving favorable resolutions for them and their families.

Before her tenure at North Shore Law commenced in 2021, Katherine honed her legal skills at a prominent regional firm in Vancouver, following her graduation from law school. Her academic journey was marked by her contribution as an editor to the Ottawa Law Review, highlighting her engagement with legal scholarship. Beyond her formal education, Katherine dedicated her time to the West Coast Legal Education and Action Fund (LEAF), leading workshops that addressed legal challenges faced by teenagers. Furthermore, she offered guidance to her peers as a mentor in the Ottawa Chapter of the Women’s Legal Mentorship Program (WLMP), showcasing her commitment to supporting the next generation of legal professionals.

Raised in Vancouver's West Side and an alumna of Crofton House School, Katherine's roots are deeply embedded in her community. Her education path took her from earning a BA at Queen’s University to completing a MA at York University, and culminating in a JD from the University of Ottawa by 2019. She was admitted to the British Columbia Bar in 2020, marking the official start of her legal career. When not immersed in her legal practice, Katherine enjoys a variety of outdoor activities and sports, including hiking, skiing, and tennis, as well as traveling and spending quality time with her friends and family, reflecting her well-rounded persona and dedication to both her profession and personal life.