Atty. David E. Thera KC

Atty. David E. Thera KC

David is a senior partner with McKercher LLP operating out of Regina and Saskatoon. His practice focuses on insurance law, defence of liability matters, and defence of health care professionals; he also has considerable experience in employment law and construction law.

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Profile Summary

About David E. Thera KC at a glance

David E. Thera KC is a class action, health care, and insurance attorney based in Regina, Saskatchewan, practicing at McKercher LLP. Educated at University of Saskatchewan (—, 1986) and University of Saskatchewan (—, 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Class Action Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Serands clients in Regina, SK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David is a senior partner with McKercher LLP operating out of Regina and Saskatoon
  • His practice focuses on insurance law, defence of liability matters, and defence of health care professionals
  • he also has considerable experience in employment law and construction law
  • David E. Thera, KC is a proud native of Battleford, Saskatchewan
  • He joined McKercher LLP in 1988, became a partner in 1997, and is a senior litigator in the firm’s Regina office
  • His practice focuses on health law, defence of general and professional liability matters and professional discipline
  • David is currently head of McKercher LLP’s Health Law Practice group
  • He is former chair of the firm’s Executive Committee and IT Committee
  • He is a computer enthusiast and has been an avid user of litigation support programs since their DOS based inception
  • In his spare time David enjoys outdoor adventures, including snowshoeing, hiking, bicycling and kayaking, amateur astronomy and toys of all sorts
  • He spent his youth working at the family’s fishing camp at Canoe Lake, Saskatchewan where he was instilled with the values of hard work, customer service and resourcefulness
  • David has been “Repeatedly Recommended” in the area of Commercial Insurance Litigation and “Consistently Recommended” in the areas of Professional Liability and Medical Negligence and is listed in the 2025 Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory

Practice Areas Explained

David E. Thera KC's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Thera KC handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Class Action

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Saskatchewan

Practicing law in Saskatchewan. Legal matters in Saskatchewan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Regina are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Saskatchewan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Saskatchewan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Saskatchewan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David E. Thera KC

Where is David E. Thera KC's law office located?
David E. Thera KC's law practice is located in Regina, Saskatchewan. The firm is McKercher LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David E. Thera KC handle?
David E. Thera KC focuses on class action, health care, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Saskatchewan.
Where did David E. Thera KC go to law school?
David E. Thera KC earned their education at (—, 1986); (—, 1983).
How can I contact David E. Thera KC for a consultation?
You can contact David E. Thera KC directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David E. Thera KC received?
David E. Thera KC's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Class Action Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law; Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Regina (Canada); Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Regina (Canada).

Education

University of Saskatchewan
- 1986
University of Saskatchewan
- 1983

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Class Action Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Regina (Canada)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Regina (Canada)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law, Regina (Canada)
- 2015

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