OUR TEAM

rcedwards@ebjlaw.ca

Bob is one of the leading Employment and Labour law lawyers in northern Ontario, with extensive experience serving individuals, organizations and First Nations.

BOB EDWARDS

shawn@ebjlaw.ca

Shawn has spent his working life in support of Indigenous self-determination, governance and regaining Indigenous control over the lands and resources of the north. His legal practice is an extension of that work.

SHAWN BELL

lucas@ebjlaw.ca

Lucas has had the privilege of spending much of the past decade working with First Nations, community development corporations, and tribal councils as an ally of Indigenous peoples in Northwestern Ontario.

LUCAS JEWITT

suraj@ebjlaw.ca

Suraj is proud to apply his passion for community building, employment issues, and litigation while working with First Nation governments and organizations across the Treaty 9, Treaty 3, and Robinson Superior Treaty territories.

SURAJ DAVE

zachary@ebjlaw.ca

Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Zachary Ross majored in History at Lakehead University and graduated in 2022. He is returning to Lakehead at the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law in Fall 2024. Zach has worked in legal administrative positions since graduating.

ZACHARY ROSS

anais@ebjlaw.ca

Anais practices in the areas of governance, rights, employment, and policy, in support of self-determination for First Nations and Indigenous organizations. She is called to the Bar of Ontario and the Bar of the Northwest Territories.

ANAIS GIASSON

abi@ebjlaw.ca

Abi is a student at Lakehead University currently studying Political Science and Women’s Studies. She joined EBJ Law in September of 2023.

ABI STEVENS-DECORTE

liliana@ebjlaw.ca

Liliana Maltais is a Legal Assistant and Office Manager at Edwards Bell Jewitt LLP. With several years experience, Liliana brings comprehensive knowledge and ability to provide exceptional service to both the Firm and clients; making her a valued part of the team.

LILIANA MALTAIS

austin@ebjlaw.ca

Austin is eager to start his career at Edwards Bell Jewitt LLP upon receiving his call to the Bar. While awaiting his call to the Bar, Austin will be supporting the team as a student. Originally from southern Ontario, he has embraced the northwestern Ontario lifestyle and is excited to stay in Thunder Bay and serve surrounding communities.

AUSTIN LOVE