Headshot of Emily Woods.
Headshot of Emily Woods.
Headshot of Emily Woods.
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Emily Woods

Associate

Emily practises health and personal injury law at our London office. Drawing on her background as a nurse, she brings compassion, clear communication, and a strong sense of advocacy to her work with healthcare professionals and injured clients.

Education

  • Admitted to the Ontario Bar (2023)

  • Bachelor of Law (L.LB)- Queens University of Belfast, Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (2021)

  • Mental Health for Children and Adolescents Certificate, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, Toronto (2020)

  • Public Administration and Leadership Certificate, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto (2018)

  • Nursing Critical Care Course, George Brown College, Toronto (2017)

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing, York University, Toronto (2016)

Education

  • Admitted to the Ontario Bar (2023)

  • Bachelor of Law (L.LB)- Queens University of Belfast, Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (2021)

  • Mental Health for Children and Adolescents Certificate, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, Toronto (2020)

  • Public Administration and Leadership Certificate, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto (2018)

  • Nursing Critical Care Course, George Brown College, Toronto (2017)

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing, York University, Toronto (2016)

Education

  • Admitted to the Ontario Bar (2023)

  • Bachelor of Law (L.LB)- Queens University of Belfast, Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (2021)

  • Mental Health for Children and Adolescents Certificate, Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, Toronto (2020)

  • Public Administration and Leadership Certificate, Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto (2018)

  • Nursing Critical Care Course, George Brown College, Toronto (2017)

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing, York University, Toronto (2016)

Memberships

  • Middlesex Law Association

  • The Advocates’ Society

  • Ontario Bar Association

Memberships

  • Middlesex Law Association

  • The Advocates’ Society

  • Ontario Bar Association

Memberships

  • Middlesex Law Association

  • The Advocates’ Society

  • Ontario Bar Association

Compassionate, Personalized Attention

Emily Woods works out of Lerners London office as a member of the Health Law and Personal Injury groups. Advocating for professionals in the healthcare system was a natural transition from Emily’s nursing career and a reflection of her keen interest in healthcare. Since entering the legal profession, Emily’s practice has largely focused on medical malpractice and personal injury.

Clients benefit from Emily’s compassion, personalized attention, and commitment to transparent communication. Her core values — integrity, diligence, and an unwavering pursuit of access to justice — inform her approach to achieving the best possible outcome for every client. Emily communicates in a precise and timely manner. “I provide reassurance without raising unreasonable expectations. It can be a

scary process for clients, so it’s my job to listen and alleviate concerns,” she emphasizes.

As a participant in the mentorship program at Queens University of Belfast, Emily supports students with insights into articling and admission to the bar. Outside her legal practice, Emily enjoys being active outdoors, teaching yoga, spending time with friends and family, and travelling.

Emily Woods works out of Lerners London office as a member of the Health Law and Personal Injury groups. Advocating for professionals in the healthcare system was a natural transition from Emily’s nursing career and a reflection of her keen interest in healthcare. Since entering the legal profession, Emily’s practice has largely focused on medical malpractice and personal injury.

Clients benefit from Emily’s compassion, personalized attention, and commitment to transparent communication. Her core values — integrity, diligence, and an unwavering pursuit of access to justice — inform her approach to achieving the best possible outcome for every client. Emily communicates in a precise and timely manner. “I provide reassurance without raising unreasonable expectations. It can be a scary process for clients, so it’s my job to listen and alleviate concerns,” she emphasizes.

As a participant in the mentorship program at Queens University of Belfast, Emily supports students with insights into articling and admission to the bar. Outside her legal practice, Emily enjoys being active outdoors, teaching yoga, spending time with friends and family, and travelling.

Emily Woods works out of Lerners London office as a member of the Health Law and Personal Injury groups. Advocating for professionals in the healthcare system was a natural transition from Emily’s nursing career and a reflection of her keen interest in healthcare. Since entering the legal profession, Emily’s practice has largely focused on medical malpractice and personal injury.

Clients benefit from Emily’s compassion, personalized attention, and commitment to transparent communication. Her core values — integrity, diligence, and an unwavering pursuit of access to justice — inform her approach to achieving the best possible outcome for every client. Emily communicates in a precise and timely manner. “I provide reassurance without raising unreasonable expectations. It can be a scary process for clients, so it’s my job to listen and alleviate concerns,” she emphasizes.

As a participant in the mentorship program at Queens University of Belfast, Emily supports students with insights into articling and admission to the bar. Outside her legal practice, Emily enjoys being active outdoors, teaching yoga, spending time with friends and family, and travelling.

Reach Out

Everyone at Lerners is committed to ensuring your matters are addressed with the attention and care you expect.

Reach Out

Everyone at Lerners is committed to ensuring your matters are addressed with the attention and care you expect.

Reach Out

Everyone at Lerners is committed to ensuring your matters are addressed with the attention and care you expect.