The Brand is Female: Championing inclusivity in law, with Robyn Wishart
Robyn Wishart, a Vancouver-based personal injury lawyer, has been a force for change in the legal industry since 2001. At Wishart Brain and Spine Law LLP, she tackles complex injury and insurance cases AND challenges the industry’s status quo. Robyn has leveraged her early experiences, including representing insurers like Lloyds of London, to advocate for her clients with a blend of tenacity and innovative legal strategies. Wishart brings a unique perspective to the practice of law. Her work, particularly in applying neuroscience to legal strategy, sets her apart and has made her a sought-after speaker and educator, even leading workshops at Harvard University’s Ultimate Trial College—a first for a Canadian.
More than her legal achievements, Robyn is committed to creating a more inclusive and supportive workplace for women lawyers. Her firm is recognized for offering opportunities and fostering a more favourable culture for women than traditional law firms. This approach both enriches the firm and sets a new standard for the legal profession, emphasizing the importance of diversity and inclusivity in creating a successful and compassionate legal practice. Robyn’s holistic approach to law underscores the importance of addressing clients’ legal and well-being needs, ensuring they focus on living full lives beyond their claims. Her leadership in promoting inclusivity and opportunities for women in law marks her as not just a legal advocate but a pioneering figure in shaping a more equitable legal landscape.
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Join hosts Brooke and Elena as they speak to SCI lawyer Robyn Wishart about how to get the most out of your insurance or government benefits. Learn things you may not know including how to layer benefits plans, primary and secondary insurance, the importance of third party insurance in homeowner plans, getting life insurance with spinal cord injury, insuring equipment, travel insurance riders, and more IMPORTANT info! Robyn also answers some of our members questions and explains how to advocate for yourself or your partner.
This episode is sponsored by Robyn Wishart of Wishart Brain and Spine Law, the official legal advocate of WAGS of SCI. To learn more about what Robyn does for our community and how she can help you, visit our website here or visit brainandspinelaw.com to talk to Robyn now!
Robyn, Brooke, and Elana discuss Holistic Law, advocacy, recovery, and strategies for addressing your needs as you transition from hospital to home life, including mental health and other aspects.
Remember, you are not a nurse and may not be trained to handle complex caregiving needs.
It’s important to know how to protect yourself from undue blame as a caregiver. Learn when to say, “No, this is a safety issue.
EXCITING legal win! Wishart Brain & Spine Law successfully helped WAGS of SCI Brooke Pagè, advocate for paid spousal care. Finally, caregivers may be financially compensated for being the primary caregiver to a loved one recovering from a catastrophic injury. The Washington Post Story, Unpaid caregivers: How America treats women caring for paralyzed partners covers the problems associated with spousal caregivers and financial compensation. We are proud to help pave the way for caregivers, equality, and the incredible work these people do for their partners. We want to open the door for everyone to have a better life and a the best future possible!
Our friends at WAGS of SCI have a weekly podcast that talks about many things important to the SCI community This week we are proud sponsors of this episode. This weeks episode applies to us all in this time of uncertainty.
WAGS of SCI and Wishart Brain & Spine Law have partnered to help victims of SCI get the best recovery possible. Brooks and Elena, founders of WAGS of SCI, share their experiences and what you need to know as you navigate the insurance world. This podcast tells you how to best prepare for the hurdles you will face and why legal assistance is so important.
