Jennifer J. Biernaskie

Jennifer J. Biernaskie

Partner at McLennan Ross LLP
(403) 303-0157
(403) 543-9150
350 7th Ave SW, First Canadian Ctr, Suite 1000, Calgary, AB
Year called to bar: 2004 (NS); 2010 (AB)
Jennifer Biernaskie is a litigation strategist who finds cost-effective solutions to her clients’ problems. Her strong track record for resolving claims is based on skill, creativity, and common sense in the areas of commercial litigation, insurance defence, and administrative law. With particular proficiency in high-complexity and large-loss commercial litigation matters, Jennifer has unique experience in litigation involving long-tail environmental losses, pipeline failures, professional negligence, construction matters, and class-action litigation. Her experience in insurance defence includes providing coverage opinions and defending claims involving wrongful death, professional liability, sexual abuse, condominium disputes, property loss and personal injury. In addition to a long history of sitting on Boards of Directors of various entities, Jennifer holds the ICD.D designation and uses her knowledge in this area to advise corporations and administrative bodies on various disputes and governance issues. Jennifer is known for her strong advocacy and ability to guide clients through the litigation process. The number of clients who have returned to McLennan Ross for Jennifer’s legal assistance is a testament to her success in helping her clients meet their goals.