Marissa Faulkner; Associate Lawyer

What is your role at Pathway Legal?

I am an Associate Lawyer at Pathway Legal and I help clients navigate challenging times with patience and support, aiming for swift, cost-effective solutions.

What should clients look for in a lawyer or law firm?

Sometimes you think you need a shark or an aggressive lawyer, which might be true in some cases, but in most, you don't.

Find a lawyer that aligns with your values, hears your perspective and has your best interests at heart. They need to be client focused and meet you where you are. 

What attracted you to Pathway Legal?

The mentorship, the focus on team and support, and the encouragement of settlement.

Significant accomplishments

Traveling to nearly 30 countries on my own, moving to another country to attend law school, and generally, building connections with people all over the world. 

What differentiates you from other lawyers?

I am a particularly skilled listener who focuses on active listening, patience and understanding.

I practice with a trauma informed approach; I have a deep understanding on mental health issues, and how they can affect a separation. However, the most important skill I have is empathy which strengthens my ability to build a strong rapport with my clients, opposing counsel, and others we may need to work with while we navigate the future. 

What training have you completed?

• 2015: Capilano University, Bachelor of Legal Studies
• 2016: Certificate in Women's Human Rights, London School of Economics and Political Science 
• 2017: LLB, University of London
• Current: Women and Gender Studies Master Degree, Simon Fraser University

What are your interests outside law?

Reading
I am part of Roxane Gay's monthly book club - The Audacious Book Club - I love it.

Exercising, negotiating with, and spoiling my rescue dog, Mustard - he's a bilingual golden doodle (of some mix) and from Iran.

I also love to travel, cycle, and I am currently completing my Masters Degree in Women and Gender Studies (on a VERY part-time basis). 

What is your favourite kind of animal?

Dogs. All dogs. It's unconditional love.

And elephants; I was privileged to see a herd of them in person on a safari in Kenya. It was an incredible and moving experience. 

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