Michelle's practice is focused on regulatory, administrative and public law litigation, with an emphasis on environmental, Aboriginal law, public utility, and health and safety matters. Michelle regularly assists clients in both judicial and tribunal proceedings. Michelle has appeared before all levels of court in British Columbia, both levels of the Federal Courts, the Supreme Court of Canada, and various administrative tribunals.

Michelle also advises clients on provincial and federal regulatory regimes, assists clients undergoing regulatory investigation, and defends clients in regulatory penalty matters. She has a particular interest in, and experience advising clients on, provincial and federal lobbying matters.

Michelle started with Lawson Lundell as a summer student in 2016 and joined the firm as an associate upon the completion of her articles in 2018.

Michelle is a co-author of the textbook "The Law of Regulatory Investigations in Canada", which was published in March 2023.

Languages
English

Bar Admissions
Called to the Alberta Bar, 2019
Called to the British Columbia Bar, 2018

Education
University of British Columbia, J.D., 2017
University of Alberta, B.Sc., 2013

Additional Information
Rankings & Recognition
* Best Lawyers in Canada 2022, 2024-2026: 'Ones to Watch' - Environmental Law
* Best Lawyers in Canada 2022-2026: 'Ones to Watch' - Energy Law
* Best Lawyers in Canada 2024-2026: 'Ones to Watch' - Administrative & Public Law
* Best Lawyers in Canada 2026: 'Ones to Watch' - Energy Regulatory Law


Professional Activities and Experience
* Law Society of British Columbia, Member
* Law Society of Alberta, Member
* Canadian Bar Association, Member
* Vancouver Bar Association, Member
* Advocates' Club, Member

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