Shelagh is an Associate Counsel in the Family Law Group at Lindsay Kenney LLP. As a litigator with over 30 years of experience, Shelagh emphasizes alternative dispute resolution methods whenever possible and is certified by the Law Society of British Columbia as a family law mediator, family arbitrator, and parenting coordinator.
She offers guidance, strategic planning, and support to clients with respect to family law matters including complex, high net worth cases and those involving inter-jurisdictional issues.
Her practice includes the preparation of family law agreements, including cohabitation, marriage and separation agreements.
Shelagh has appeared as counsel at all levels of Court in British Columbia, and at the Supreme Court of Canada.
Education
- LL.B, University of Victoria (1987)
- B.A., University of British Columbia (1983)
Publications and Presentations
- Legal content reviewer, People’s Law School
- Contributor, BC Family Practice Manual, The Continuing Education Society of BC (CLEBC)
Memberships & Affiliations
- Member, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC)
- Member, Canadian Bar Association subsections: Family Law (Former Executive), Children’s Law, Wills and Trusts, Elder Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Appellate Advocacy, SAGDA, Fertility Law
- Certified as a BC Family Law Mediator, Family Law Arbitrator and Parenting Coordinator
- Member, Law Society of British Columbia
- Past member, Law Society of Ontario
- Member, BC Parenting Coordination Roster Society
- Member, Trial Lawyers Association of BC
- Member, Collaborative Divorce Vancouver
- Member, International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP)
- Volunteer, Access Pro Bono, Supreme Court family law clinic
Beyond the Office
Outside the office, Shelagh enjoys travel, reading, and scenic walks.
