Lisa Lynn Abbott

Lisa's educational journey led her to the University of Saskatchewan, where she obtained her LL.B. in 2005. Demonstrating a profound commitment to her field, she was admitted to the Bars of Ontario and Saskatchewan in 2010. Her career trajectory is marked by significant roles at the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC), the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), and the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN). In 2010, Lisa embarked on a new venture, establishing her own law practice. With over ten years of legal experience, Lisa has dedicated her career to championing access to justice and addressing the enduring effects of colonization and assimilation on indigenous communities. Her expertise in culturally relevant, trauma-informed lawyering has been instrumental in aiding hundreds of former students with their Indian Residential and Federal Indian Day School claims. Additionally, she has represented numerous clients in Criminal and Family/Child Protection legal matters, advocating for them across various court levels, including Provincial Court, Queens Bench, and Federal Court.