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Erin Burton
780.441.4327
780.428.9683
eburton@dcllp.com
Erin Burton is a lawyer in our litigation practice group and maintains an insurance defence and general commercial litigation practice.
Erin’s insurance litigation practice includes a wide variety of tort claims including serious bodily injury claims, fatalities, and residential and commercial property losses resulting from fires, flooding, boiler and furnace failures, and manufacturer’s negligence. Throughout the course of a file, Erin focuses on delivering efficient, timely and thoughtful advice and action. She also works closely with claims handlers and adjusters and provides regular reporting on the developments of a file.
Erin’s commercial litigation experience allows her to navigate a wide range of commercial disputes including shareholder’s oppression, contractual disputes, unfair bidding, debt claims and lease disputes. Erin also acts for individuals advancing disability insurance claims.
Erin has appeared before all levels of court in Alberta. She also has extensive experience in attending private mediations and Judicial Dispute Resolution.
In Erin's Own Words:
"My interest in litigation and insurance law comes from finding enjoyment from learning something new every day. Specifically in insurance law, I have the opportunity to learn different aspects of science including engineering, medicine and psychology. I enjoy files that have complex fact scenarios where I can immerse myself into the details, provide my client with a clear and concise assessment of those facts and then work collaboratively to move the claim forwards. I find this rewarding and it keeps me engaged in my job day to day.
My approach to file handling is client focused and considers their interests and the demands that they are facing. I aim to be practical and approachable to my clients and other lawyers by fostering open communication which significantly contributes to finding resolutions at every stage of a file."
Erin is currently a board member with Edmonton and Area Corporate Challenge. In her free time, she enjoys mountain biking, skiing, golf, slo-pitch and spending time with her family.
Erin’s insurance litigation practice includes a wide variety of tort claims including serious bodily injury claims, fatalities, and residential and commercial property losses resulting from fires, flooding, boiler and furnace failures, and manufacturer’s negligence. Throughout the course of a file, Erin focuses on delivering efficient, timely and thoughtful advice and action. She also works closely with claims handlers and adjusters and provides regular reporting on the developments of a file.
Erin’s commercial litigation experience allows her to navigate a wide range of commercial disputes including shareholder’s oppression, contractual disputes, unfair bidding, debt claims and lease disputes. Erin also acts for individuals advancing disability insurance claims.
Erin has appeared before all levels of court in Alberta. She also has extensive experience in attending private mediations and Judicial Dispute Resolution.
In Erin's Own Words:
"My interest in litigation and insurance law comes from finding enjoyment from learning something new every day. Specifically in insurance law, I have the opportunity to learn different aspects of science including engineering, medicine and psychology. I enjoy files that have complex fact scenarios where I can immerse myself into the details, provide my client with a clear and concise assessment of those facts and then work collaboratively to move the claim forwards. I find this rewarding and it keeps me engaged in my job day to day.
My approach to file handling is client focused and considers their interests and the demands that they are facing. I aim to be practical and approachable to my clients and other lawyers by fostering open communication which significantly contributes to finding resolutions at every stage of a file."
Erin is currently a board member with Edmonton and Area Corporate Challenge. In her free time, she enjoys mountain biking, skiing, golf, slo-pitch and spending time with her family.