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Andrea is an experienced litigator who has dedicated the last 16 years of her law practice to representing clients in both the public and private health care sector. Her client-centred and empathetic approach helps health professionals navigate one of the most challenging experiences they will face in their career. She is a strong negotiator who works hard to ensure the best possible outcome for her clients.
Andrea specializes in defending professional negligence and medical malpractice claims and advises professionals in regulatory matters (college inquiries, Complaints and Reports Committee). She represents regulated health professionals and those who provide services in the health care sector.
Andrea also advises hospitals, long term care and retirement homes, private clinics, community care and mental health organizations, and their insurers, and provides risk management and privacy advice to organizations, including the development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies and solutions.
Andrea has appeared at all levels of court including the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada, and health sector tribunals; including the Health Professions Appeal and Review Board and the Consent and Capacity Board.
Andrea is Certified in Clinical Risk, Negligence and Claims Management in Health Care, and is a trained Regulatory Investigator.
Education
Queen’s University (2008) JD
Western University (2001) BHSc (Hons.)
