Michael Robinson

Associate

He/Him

With over a decade of experience, Michael brings an informed perspective to his practice.

Biography

Michael maintains a complex practice focused on insurance and health law. During his tenure, clients have come to rely on him for his forthright and practical approach.

Michael has a broad insurance practice representing clients in matters involving property disputes, bodily injury claims, professional negligence and coverage. He also acts for insurers pursuing subrogated actions in property damage claims. Michael’s clients include home owners, small, medium and large businesses, professionals, contractors, and tradespeople. A sought after speaker and writer, Michael is a regular presenter at educational seminars and contributes to the firm’s Insurance Law Quicklaw Netletters.

In his health law practice, Michael represents physicians in civil actions. He also assists physicians with a variety of medical-legal matters, including regulatory matters before the College of Physicians and Surgeons.

Michael has appeared before all levels of court in BC.

Michael is actively involved in the community and for many years volunteered at a summer camp for kids. He is an avid football fan and his idea of a relaxing weekend morning is to watch the English Premier League with a local supporters club at the crack of dawn.

Assistance Team
Legal Administrative Assistant

Sam Kim

Legal Administrative Assistant

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Expertise
Education
  • University of Calgary, J.D., 2013

  • University of British Columbia, B.A. History (Classical Studies Minor), 2009

Bar Admission
  • British Columbia, 2014
Languages spoken
  • English
Professional Credentials
Leadership
  • Contemporary Canadian Insurance Law Casebook, Published by LexisNexis® Canada, Contributing Author (2015)
  • Harper Grey Canadian Insurance Law Blog, Contributing Author
  • Harper Grey Insurance Law Update Newsletter, Contributing Author
  • LexisNexis® Harper Grey Insurance Law Netletter™, Contributing Author
Memberships
  • Canadian Bar Association, BC Branch, Member
  • The Law Society of British Columbia, Member

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No duty to defend the insured for claims arising out of prior litigation
No duty to defend the insured for claims arising out of prior litigation No duty to defend the insured for claims arising out of prior litigation
No by-law coverage for undamaged portions of an elevator shaft
No by-law coverage for undamaged portions of an elevator shaft No by-law coverage for undamaged portions of an elevator shaft
Human rights allegation allowed in civil action for breach of contract
Human rights allegation allowed in civil action for breach of contract Human rights allegation allowed in civil action for breach of contract
BC Court has jurisdiction for coverage dispute between American company and American insurer
BC Court has jurisdiction for coverage dispute between American company and American insurer BC Court has jurisdiction for coverage dispute between American company and American insurer
Michael Robinson to participate in panel discussion at CDL Best Defence Conference
Michael Robinson to participate in panel discussion at CDL Best Defence Conference Michael Robinson to participate in panel discussion at CDL Best Defence Conference
No coverage for assault with a knife during psychotic break
No coverage for assault with a knife during psychotic break No coverage for assault with a knife during psychotic break
Aaron Atkinson, Michael Robinson and Nigel Trevethan Present at HIABC AGM
Aaron Atkinson, Michael Robinson and Nigel Trevethan Present at HIABC AGM
Harper Grey Hosts 2023 Spring Insurance Law Seminar
Harper Grey Hosts 2023 Spring Insurance Law Seminar
No uninsured motorist coverage for passenger in stolen vehicle
No uninsured motorist coverage for passenger in stolen vehicle No uninsured motorist coverage for passenger in stolen vehicle
Insured not entitled to punitive damages or actual legal fees following an initial travel medical policy denial
Insured not entitled to punitive damages or actual legal fees following an initial travel medical policy denial Insured not entitled to punitive damages or actual legal fees following an initial travel medical policy denial
Insurer not out of time to third party broker following 2013 life insurance denial
Insurer not out of time to third party broker following 2013 life insurance denial Insurer not out of time to third party broker following 2013 life insurance denial
Nigel Trevethan, Aaron Atkinson, and Michael Robinson to present to the Home Inspectors Association of BC
Nigel Trevethan, Aaron Atkinson, and Michael Robinson to present to the Home Inspectors Association of BC
Application for Property Inspection Granted to Insurer
Application for Property Inspection Granted to Insurer Application for Property Inspection Granted to Insurer
Flawed Duty to Defend Application Dismissed
Flawed Duty to Defend Application Dismissed Flawed Duty to Defend Application Dismissed
Duty to defend for property damage claim less than deductible
Duty to defend for property damage claim less than deductible Duty to defend for property damage claim less than deductible
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