Jen is a solicitor practicing primarily in economic development for Indigenous governments and Indigenous-owned businesses. 

Jen regularly advises Indigenous governments, economic development corporations and Indigenous-controlled businesses/partnerships on a wide range of commercial, rights and title, and natural resource issues. She supports her clients in all phases of a proposed natural resource project - this includes the assessment of projects through her client’s own laws and processes, as well as, federal and provincial assessment processes; negotiating project agreements with proponents; and economic reconciliation agreements with Crown (including land transfers and forestry transactions). Jen also has significant experience in working with economic development arms to form and structure relationships and partnerships to pursue contracting opportunities.  Supporting clients in implementing project agreements has sharpened her ability to negotiate and draft solid project agreements for various sectors including: resorts, LNG facilities, mining, hydro and pipeline projects. Jen enjoys building strategic relationships to achieve her client’s interests and goals in a sustainable manner that aligns with their values. Jen also advises on land transactions and developments both on and off reserve, including commercial leasing under the First Nations Land Management Act. 

Jen has also developed expertise in governance work. She is passionate about working with Indigenous Nations and organizations, getting to know their communities, interests and goals. Jen is always grateful to support her clients in developing and documenting their governance policies and laws to recognize their authority, jurisdiction and legal orders. Jen has been privileged to assist clients in developing independent environmental assessments and internal governance documents such as election and membership codes. 

Jen’s father is a member of the Delaware Nation at Moraviantown in Ontario. She is kept busy with her young family and enjoys raising little Maple Leafs fans in BC. 

Education

  • University of British Columbia, LL.B (2008) 

Professional Standing and Memberships

  • Law Society of British Columbia (2009)

  • Indigenous Bar Association