Jenny Huang

Jenny, a seasoned practitioner in the realm of corporate and commercial law, lends her expertise to an array of business-related legal issues. Her work spans advising on mergers and acquisitions for private entities, facilitating corporate makeovers and refinancing endeavors, as well as guiding through private equity dealings. Her clientele, diverse in nature, navigates through sectors such as tech, life sciences, and retail, benefiting from her tailored legal counsel.

Before her journey into law, Jenny dedicated her early career to life sciences research, contributing significantly at the University of British Columbia's Centre for Blood Research. Her transition from a scientific researcher to a legal advisor underscores a unique blend of analytical and legal acumen.

In her legal career, Jenny has played a pivotal role in several high-profile transactions. She has provided crucial advice to a clean-tech firm navigating its initial and subsequent financing rounds alongside other corporate affairs. Her expertise also extends to a robotics entity specializing in artificial intelligence, supporting its foundational financing and corporate structure. A start-up in the burgeoning field of NFTs also counts among her clients, having sought her guidance for its seed financing phase.

Her legal prowess further facilitated the expansion of National Veterinary Associates within Canada, through the strategic acquisition of veterinary practices. Moreover, her involvement in the acquisition of Next Level Games by Nintendo and A Thinking Ape's sale to Embracer/DECA Games for a whopping US$105-million showcases her capacity to navigate complex legal landscapes.

Beyond her legal practice, Jenny actively contributes to the legal community as a director of the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (British Columbia), where she also serves as the vice-chair of its Membership Committee. This role highlights her commitment to fostering inclusivity and support within the legal profession.

Jenny's academic background is as distinguished as her professional journey. She was admitted to the British Columbia Bar in 2021, following her graduation from Western University's JD program in 2020. Her deep-rooted interest in science is evidenced by her Master of Science degree in Medical Genetics and a Bachelor of Science, both from the University of British Columbia, completed in 2014 and 2011 respectively. Jenny's trajectory from a science enthusiast to a legal expert exemplifies a multidisciplinary approach to her professional endeavors, making her a notable figure in both the legal and scientific communities.