I earned my law degree from Dalhousie University, an International Law Certificate from Queens University, and an Hon. BA from the University of Waterloo.

After articling, I participated in the Young Lawyers International Program, working in Johannesburg, South Africa at Lawyers for Human Rights for 6 months. I then cut my teeth in the legal aid world, in Port Hawkesbury, Cape Breton, working in the areas of family, criminal, and child protection law. Much of my work was in the Wagmatcook Court, working with members of the indigenous community.

Since 2021 I have been a staff lawyer at Dalhousie Legal Aid Service.

Certifications

  • Cultural Competency, Institute for Culture, Change, and Leadership

  • Critically Informed International Development, Omprakash and CBA Young Lawyers International

  • BSAFE Certified, United Nations Department of Safety and Security

  • Gender Based Analysis Plus, Women and Gender Equity Canada

Areas of Legal Experience

  • Child Protection

  • Family Law

  • Criminal and Youth Criminal Defence

  • Sexual Assault Victim Representation and Record Holder Representation

  • Housing and Human Rights Advocacy

Areas of Professional Training Experience

  • How to be a Good Witness

  • Child Protection Law 101

  • Cultural Competency Training