Joel Zanatta

Joel is an experienced litigator with a commitment to results. Joel joined Hammerco after spending five years working for a large insurance defence firm.

Joel leverages his experience and knowledge of the insurance defence side to his client’s tactical advantage. He is a highly focused advocate for people who need strategic, yet straightforward advice.

Joel is a passionate advocate for cycling safety. He has represented countless cyclists in injury claims, and is committed to providing legal advice tailored to the cycling community.

Assistant

• Helena Teteris
  Legal Assistant
  Email: hteteris@hammerco.ca
  Phone: 1.604.269.8504

Education

• Admitted to the Bar of British Columbia, 2001
• LLB, University of Victoria, 2000
• BA, The University of British Columbia, 1995

Memberships and Affiliations

• Member, Canadian Bar Association
• Member, Law Society of British Columbia
• Member, Trial Lawyers Association of British Columbia
• Lecturer, Assessment and Management of Sports Injuries in Cycling, UBC Medicine, 2019

Conferences

• Chair, Essential Issues in Personal Injury Conference, 2015

Media Coverage

• Joel is a regular commentator on cycling and the law.
• Cyclists concerned about proposed ICBC changes
  CTV News | February 8, 2020
• Cyclist and lawyer say no fault-style ICBC model could be dangerous
  Global News | February 9, 2020
• ICBC’s move to no fault-style insurance could be especially harmful for cyclists: lawyer
  Omny.fm | February 10, 2020
• Is ICBC’s new policy good news for British Columbians?
  BCIT News | February 13, 2020

Personal Interests

• Joel is an avid cyclist. He is committed to the development of a national cycling infrastructure and improvements in urban active transportation.
• Joel is a director of the B.C. Cycling Coalition and the founder of The Cycling Lawyer.