Biography
I have proudly served communities and my country for almost 30 years. I am incredibly grateful to continue in the service of others as a civil litigation lawyer with Murphy Battista LLP’s Kelowna office. I have a mixed practice with a developing focus on injury, insurance, and medical malpractice claims.
Before launching my career as a lawyer, I worked as a paramedic with BC Ambulance Service for nearly 10 years, followed by an 18-year career as a regular member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. I bring a unique perspective and skillset to the practice of law with my background in traumatic pre-hospital medical care and as an experienced investigator.
As a member of the RCMP, I either lead or participated in investigations and prepared prosecutorial packages for a variety of cases including, but not limited to fraud, complex drug offences, serious assaults, homicide, and serious or fatal motor vehicle collisions.
I was fortunate to have had the opportunity to serve overseas on two UN Peacekeeping Missions in South Sudan, focusing on human rights and building police capacity in a fledgling country. As a long serving member of the RCMP Emergency Response Team, I honed my ability to work under pressure and remain flexible in dynamic unfolding events.
My background and experience make me an exemplary legal advocate for my clients. I look forward to being in your corner.
Education
- Thompson Rivers University (TRU) Law School, Juris Doctor of Law, 2021
Year of Call & Jurisdiction
- British Columbia, 2022
Professional Associations
- Member, Law Society of British Columbia
- Member, Canadian Bar Association
In the News
Tess Guay advocates for free parking for veterans in Kelowna
November 1, 2023
The Kelowna Capital News recently covered the efforts of our colleague Tess Guay, who is urging the City of Kelowna to permit free on-street parking for Canadian veterans. As Tess notes, veterans injured or disabled as a result of their service to Canada need to use vehicles to get to medical…
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Community Involvement
- Past Executive Member – Okanagan Motorcycle Ride for Dad (raising awareness and funds for men’s health and cancer).