Kelsey Sherriff

Miller Thomson

Partner

700 West Georgia Street, Suite 2200
Vancouver, BC, V7Y 1K8

+1 604 643 1259

Future Star


Jurisdiction:

British Columbia


Kelsey Sherriff runs a robust commercial litigation practice with a focus on class actions and estates and trust litigation. She skillfully handles a range of cases, including environmental, privacy and products liability class action defence; wills variation and other estate challenges; health law matters; and contractual disputes. Kelsey’s proactive engagement during law school and her stint as a clerk at the British Columbia Supreme Court showcase her dedication to the legal field. Notably, she actively leads initiatives at Miller Thomson Vancouver, underscoring her commitment to women’s leadership and pro bono work. 

Kelsey has presented notable works at various legal conferences and publications, emphasizing her knowledge and experience in areas like class actions, organ donation consent, tax law, climate change legislation, and more. Her diverse and insightful contributions underscore her deep knowledge and commitment to the legal profession. 

Kelsey has garnered recognition for her exceptional legal acumen being, with rankings in several prestigious directories, including The Best Lawyers in Canada and The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. Her well‑deserved commendations, such as being titled a Future Star in Benchmark Canada, highlight her prowess in corporate and commercial litigation.

Updated Dec 2025

  • Successfully appealed a certification order in an environmental class action in Kirk v. Executive Flying Centre.

  • Obtained an order for a medical examination under the parens patriae jurisdiction of the court, a first of its kind in BC.

  • Was involved in a pro bono class action defending the rights of Canadian Veterans to fair benefits for injuries suffered in their service in Scott v Canada.

  • Class action
  • Commercial
  • Commercial and transactions
  • Commercial disputes
  • Dispute resolution

  • J.D., University of British Columbia, 2009
  • B.H.K., University of British Columbia, 2005

  • Canadian Bar Association

  • British Columbia, 2011
  • Ontario, 2024