Hannah Gowans

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Languages

English



Education

Thompson Rivers University, Juris Doctor, (2021) 

Simon Fraser University, Bachelor of Arts in Criminology (2017) 

Simon Fraser University, Certificate in Forensic Studies (2017) 


Camosun College, Diploma in Criminal Justice (2015) 


Hannah is a dedicated lawyer with a diverse practice in family law, estate litigation, personal injury, and civil litigation. With extensive experience representing clients at the Worker’s Compensation Tribunal and appearing before all levels of court in British Columbia, she is committed to providing thoughtful and effective legal representation.

Hannah earned her Juris Doctor from the Faculty of Law at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) in 2021, where she was recognized on the Dean’s List. During her studies, she developed her skills as a teaching assistant for first-year law students, a research assistant, and a student clinician at the TRU Legal Clinic. Outside the classroom, Hannah was an active member of the TRU Law Rugby Club, competing in the Western Canadian Law Rugby Championship.

Other Interests

Outside of her professional life, Hannah enjoys hiking with her dogs, skiing, playing disc golf, and cheering on Buffalo. Go Bills! 


Community Involvement

Passionate about giving back, Hannah volunteers with Access Pro Bono’s Court of Appeal Program, providing legal services to individuals who may otherwise lack access to representation. She also served a three-year term on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Mental Health Association, Kamloops branch, where she advanced initiatives promoting mental health awareness and support.

Professional Affiliations

  • Law Society of British Columbia 
  • Canadian Bar Association 

Representative Cases

  • Turabi v Nabi, 2025 BCSC 48 
  • Negarchi v Saadati, 2024 BCSC 2164 
  • McGroarty v. McGroarty, 2024 BCCA 167 
  • B.L.S. v D.J.S, 2022 BCSC 764 
  • Lennox v. Lennox, 2022 BCCA 44 
  • C.P.M. v. J.K., 2021 BCPC 239  

We look forward to discussing how we can help with your legal needs.