Emma Smith

Emma is an associate in the Disputes Group. She maintains a general civil and commercial litigation practice, with a focus on corporate litigation, construction disputes arising out of construction and infrastructure projects, class action defence and health advocacy.

Emma obtained her J.D. from Queen’s University. Before joining Osler as a summer student, Emma summered with a litigation boutique specializing in medical malpractice, professional liability and personal injury cases.

Prior to law school, Emma obtained her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) with Distinction at Queen’s University, majoring in Political Studies and minoring in Global Development. Alongside her studies at Queen’s Law, Emma served as a Case Worker for Queen’s Legal Aid and a Project Lead with Pro Bono Students Canada. Emma has continued to be a passionate supporter of pro bono initiatives in Ontario and frequently volunteers with Pro Bono Ontario. In addition to the above, Emma is a classically trained ballet dancer, having previously spent time at the National Ballet School of Canada.


Community Involvement

  • Pro Bono Law Ontario, Volunteer
  • Queen’s Legal Aid, Case Worker
  • Pro Bono Students Canada, Project Lead for Tipi Moza National Housing Strategy
  • Shelter Movers, Move Coordinator

Credentials

Education

  • Queen’s University, J.D.
  • Queen’s University, B.A. 
  • The Certificate in Construction Law – Osgoode Professional Development

Languages

  • English