Amanda represents both public and private sector employers in workplace law matters, with a particular focus on occupational health and safety and workers’ compensation issues. She takes a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to finding effective solutions for her clients.
Amanda has assisted clients in a variety of civil litigation proceedings at all levels of court in British Columbia as well as in reviews and appeals before the WorkSafeBC Review Division and Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal. She regularly advises employers on WorkSafeBC-related matters, including workers’ compensation claims for workplace injuries and occupational diseases, bullying and harassment complaints, and prohibited action complaints.
Prior to joining Harris & Company, Amanda worked at a leading boutique litigation firm in Vancouver.
She is presently on the Board of Directors for the BC Municipal Safety Association.
Recognition
- 5-Star Safety Lawyer, Canadian Occupational Safety, 2022
Recent Speaking Engagements
- “Prohibited Action Complaints Under the Workers Compensation Act: Tips and Strategies for an Effective Employer Response”, CPHR Legal Symposium & Showcase Keynote Session, June 2022
- “Understanding Issues in Workplace Bullying and Harassment for Employers and Supervisors,” BCMSA and PWABC Joint Annual Conference, October 2024
- “New Rules for Return to Work: The duty to cooperate and maintain employment under the Workers Compensation Act,” Lancaster House, Vancouver Labour Arbitration and Policy Conference, Panel Discussion, November 2024
Professional & Community Activities
- Director, BC Municipal Safety Association
- Member, Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch
- Member, Canadian Association of Counsel to Employers
- Member, Vancouver Bar Association
- Member, Employers’ Forum
Practice Areas
Year of Call
- British Columbia, 2017
Education
- JD, University of Victoria, 2016
- BA (with Distinction), Simon Fraser University, 2012