Suite 1000, Brunswick House
44 Chipman Hill
Saint John, N.B.
E2L 2A9
Language(s) spoken: English
Bar Admission(s): New Brunswick, 2024
Legal Assistant(s): Donna-Lee Kirkpatrick
Karen maintains a general corporate and health law practice, working with individuals, businesses and organizations. Karen takes a client-centric approach to her practice, allowing her to tailor legal strategies, enhance communication and provide solutions that best serve her clients’ interests.
In addition to her legal expertise, Karen is a registered nurse, bringing a unique perspective to her practice. Her background in nursing has equipped her with the ability to navigate complex and challenging situations, particularly within the healthcare sector—a field she is deeply passionate about.
Some of Karen’s representative experience includes:
- Assisted with M&A transactions for large corporations, including drafting ancillary documents, supporting due diligence and organizing documents for closing.
- Assisted with advocating for clients in complex medical malpractice disputes.
- Assisted with drafting wills and power of attorneys.
- Assisted with advocating for procedural fairness in complex regulatory disputes.
- Assisted with drafting corporate policies to ensure compliance with updated legislation.
Education & Career
Education
University of New Brunswick, Juris Doctor, 2023
University of British Columbia, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 2013
University of Victoria, Bachelor of Science in Psychology, 2010
Activities
Volunteer, UNB Faculty Council, 2022-2023
Member, UNB Health Law and Bioethics Society, 2021-2023
Member, UNB Law Restorative Justice Society, 2020-2022
Volunteer, YMCA Newcomer Connections, 2020-2022