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Bernie Simpson, C.M.
After graduating from the University of British Columbia Law School, Bernie Simpson founded law firm Simpson & Company in 1970 - one of the first Vancouver law firms to restrict practice to automobile accident claims.
He is a founding member of the Trial Lawyers Association in British Columbia and was honoured by Trial Lawyers for his lifelong contribution to the legal profession.
After years of acting for people who suffered brain injuries in BC, Mr. Simpson, as a member of the BC Legislature, was instrumental in introducing safety legislation, such as mandatory use of bike helmets.
In recognition for his achievements, he was awarded the prestigious Eloisa deLorenzo International Award by the International Brain Injury Association in Washington, DC.
He has actively participated in the betterment of the Vancouver community, having served as Chairman of the Canadian Cancer Society for the Vancouver campaign and having shared the Mayor’s Campaign for Famine Relief led by former Vancouver mayor and premier, Mike Harcourt.
In 1990 Mr. Simpson was awarded the Order of Canada, Canada’s highest award for volunteerism for his work with various charitable causes and for his activities in the multi-cultural community.
Bernie is married and has three children.
Email: info@simpsonthomas.com
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