





Nicole Pelaia
Associate
Nicole is an associate in the Health Law and Specialty Risk and Insurance practice groups at our Toronto office. She represents insurers, healthcare organizations, and professionals in complex insurance defence and health law matters, including cases involving significant exposure and nuanced liability issues.
Areas of Expertise
Health Law
Specialty Risk and Insurance
Education
Admitted as a Solicitor to the Senior Courts of England and Wales (2022)
L.L.M. Queen Mary University of London (2019)
Called to the Ontario Bar (2018)
J.D. University of Windsor (2017)
J.D. Detroit Mercy School of Law (2017)
B.A. York University (2014)
Education
Admitted as a Solicitor to the Senior Courts of England and Wales (2022)
L.L.M. Queen Mary University of London (2019)
Called to the Ontario Bar (2018)
J.D. University of Windsor (2017)
J.D. Detroit Mercy School of Law (2017)
B.A. York University (2014)
Education
Admitted as a Solicitor to the Senior Courts of England and Wales (2022)
L.L.M. Queen Mary University of London (2019)
Called to the Ontario Bar (2018)
J.D. University of Windsor (2017)
J.D. Detroit Mercy School of Law (2017)
B.A. York University (2014)
Selected Presentations and Publications
Co-author, “Criminal act exclusion and intentional act exclusion apply despite NCR finding,” published in Law360 on February 24, 2023
Co-author, “Divisional Court overturns property appraisal,” published in Law360 on May 30, 2023
Selected Presentations and Publications
Co-author, “Criminal act exclusion and intentional act exclusion apply despite NCR finding,” published in Law360 on February 24, 2023
Co-author, “Divisional Court overturns property appraisal,” published in Law360 on May 30, 2023
Selected Presentations and Publications
Co-author, “Criminal act exclusion and intentional act exclusion apply despite NCR finding,” published in Law360 on February 24, 2023
Co-author, “Divisional Court overturns property appraisal,” published in Law360 on May 30, 2023
Memberships
Law Society of Ontario
Toronto Lawyers Association
ProBono Canada
Memberships
Law Society of Ontario
Toronto Lawyers Association
ProBono Canada
Memberships
Law Society of Ontario
Toronto Lawyers Association
ProBono Canada
About Nicole
Nicole is an associate in the Health Law and Specialty Risk and Insurance practice groups at Lerners LLP’s Toronto office. She represents insurers, healthcare organizations, and professionals in complex insurance defence and health law matters, including cases involving significant exposure and nuanced liability issues. Her practice spans litigation and advisory work, helping clients navigate risk and achieve practical, successful outcomes.
With cross-jurisdictional credentials and a strong track record of resolving challenging disputes, Nicole brings a strategic and detail-oriented approach to every matter. She is known for thorough preparation and clear, consistent communication, ensuring clients feel informed and supported throughout the process. Nicole’s ability to anticipate issues and craft tailored solutions sets her apart in high-stakes litigation.
Nicole’s interest in health law stems from a desire to support organizations and professionals who deliver essential care. Her background and experience give her insight into the unique pressures facing clients in the healthcare and insurance sectors. Outside of her practice, Nicole enjoys travelling, cooking, and petting any dog willing to say hello.
Nicole is an associate in the Health Law and Specialty Risk and Insurance practice groups at Lerners LLP’s Toronto office. She represents insurers, healthcare organizations, and professionals in complex insurance defence and health law matters, including cases involving significant exposure and nuanced liability issues. Her practice spans litigation and advisory work, helping clients navigate risk and achieve practical, successful outcomes.
With cross-jurisdictional credentials and a strong track record of resolving challenging disputes, Nicole brings a strategic and detail-oriented approach to every matter. She is known for thorough preparation and clear, consistent communication, ensuring clients feel informed and supported throughout the process. Nicole’s ability to anticipate issues and craft tailored solutions sets her apart in high-stakes litigation.
Nicole’s interest in health law stems from a desire to support organizations and professionals who deliver essential care. Her background and experience give her insight into the unique pressures facing clients in the healthcare and insurance sectors. Outside of her practice, Nicole enjoys travelling, cooking, and petting any dog willing to say hello.
Nicole is an associate in the Health Law and Specialty Risk and Insurance practice groups at Lerners LLP’s Toronto office. She represents insurers, healthcare organizations, and professionals in complex insurance defence and health law matters, including cases involving significant exposure and nuanced liability issues. Her practice spans litigation and advisory work, helping clients navigate risk and achieve practical, successful outcomes.
With cross-jurisdictional credentials and a strong track record of resolving challenging disputes, Nicole brings a strategic and detail-oriented approach to every matter. She is known for thorough preparation and clear, consistent communication, ensuring clients feel informed and supported throughout the process. Nicole’s ability to anticipate issues and craft tailored solutions sets her apart in high-stakes litigation.
Nicole’s interest in health law stems from a desire to support organizations and professionals who deliver essential care. Her background and experience give her insight into the unique pressures facing clients in the healthcare and insurance sectors. Outside of her practice, Nicole enjoys travelling, cooking, and petting any dog willing to say hello.
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Nicole Pelaia
Associate
Nicole is an associate in the Health Law and Specialty Risk and Insurance practice groups at our Toronto office. She represents insurers, healthcare organizations, and professionals in complex insurance defence and health law matters, including cases involving significant exposure and nuanced liability issues.
+1 647 206 3576
npelaia@lerners.ca
Areas of Expertise
Health Law
Specialty Risk and Insurance
Education
Admitted as a Solicitor to the Senior Courts of England and Wales (2022)
L.L.M. Queen Mary University of London (2019)
Called to the Ontario Bar (2018)
J.D. University of Windsor (2017)
J.D. Detroit Mercy School of Law (2017)
B.A. York University (2014)
Selected Presentations and Publications
Co-author, “Criminal act exclusion and intentional act exclusion apply despite NCR finding,” published in Law360 on February 24, 2023
Co-author, “Divisional Court overturns property appraisal,” published in Law360 on May 30, 2023
Memberships
Law Society of Ontario
Toronto Lawyers Association
ProBono Canada
About Nicole
Nicole is an associate in the Health Law and Specialty Risk and Insurance practice groups at Lerners LLP’s Toronto office. She represents insurers, healthcare organizations, and professionals in complex insurance defence and health law matters, including cases involving significant exposure and nuanced liability issues. Her practice spans litigation and advisory work, helping clients navigate risk and achieve practical, successful outcomes.
With cross-jurisdictional credentials and a strong track record of resolving challenging disputes, Nicole brings a strategic and detail-oriented approach to every matter. She is known for thorough preparation and clear, consistent communication, ensuring clients feel informed and supported throughout the process. Nicole’s ability to anticipate issues and craft tailored solutions sets her apart in high-stakes litigation.
Nicole’s interest in health law stems from a desire to support organizations and professionals who deliver essential care. Her background and experience give her insight into the unique pressures facing clients in the healthcare and insurance sectors. Outside of her practice, Nicole enjoys travelling, cooking, and petting any dog willing to say hello.
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