About Simon

Simon A. Read has practised law for over 30 years before all levels of court in British Columbia. His main area of practice is insurance defence, including major loss, head injury, liability disputes, business economic loss claims, and jury cases, along with personal injury claims, construction disputes, creditors' remedies, and employment/wrongful dismissal matters. He has experience in Chambers practice, including jury notice issues, expert assessments, and document disclosure, and previously handled debt litigation claims for an international credit agency. During his JD at UBC, Simon attended an exchange program at the University of California, Hastings College of Law, and was qualified to practise law in California. A native of Vancouver, he lives near Grouse Mountain.

Education & credentials

Law school
University of British Columbia

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