Atty. Nigel L. Trevethan

Atty. Nigel L. Trevethan

Nigel is a partner at Harper Grey and chairs the insurance law group. Nigel’s defence practice focuses on large complex litigation matters ranging from class actions, to complex bodily injury claims, often including mass casualty events, to product liability cases.

30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Nigel L. Trevethan at a glance

Nigel L. Trevethan is a insurance attorney, practicing at Harper Grey LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (1996) and Yukon (2006). Educated at University of British Columbia (LL.B., 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Rated "Repeatedly Recommended" in the area of Professional Liability by the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2016 (2026).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nigel is a partner at Harper Grey and chairs the insurance law group
  • Nigel’s defence practice focuses on large complex litigation matters ranging from class actions, to complex bodily injury claims, often including mass casualty events, to product liability cases
  • He has defended many high profile cases including professional athlete concussion cases and class actions for product liability and personal injury
  • He is our in-house expert on subrogated property insurance claims
  • He has set up several professional liability programs for large organizations, and is a sought after speaker about risk management at conferences and meetings
  • Nigel is the editor of the Contemporary Canadian Insurance Law Casebook published in 2015
  • Nigel has appeared before all levels of BC courts and in the Supreme Court of Canada
  • He applies a practical, informed and strategic approach to dispute resolution and to the leadership of our insurance group
  • In his spare time, Nigel road bikes and plays recreational hockey

Practice Areas Explained

Nigel L. Trevethan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nigel L. Trevethan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

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

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What practice areas does Nigel L. Trevethan handle?
Nigel L. Trevethan focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has Nigel L. Trevethan practiced law?
Nigel L. Trevethan has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Nigel L. Trevethan go to law school?
Nigel L. Trevethan earned their education at (LL.B., 1995).
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What awards or recognition has Nigel L. Trevethan received?
Nigel L. Trevethan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Rated "Repeatedly Recommended" in the area of Professional Liability by the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2016.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
University of British Columbia
- 1995

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated "Repeatedly Recommended" in the area of Professional Liability by the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory 2016
- 2026

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 1996
Yukon
Admitted: 2006

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