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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.

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.