Shima Heidari (She/Her)
About Shima Heidari (She/Her)
Shima Heidari serves as Legal Counsel at Intact, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Windsor and a Master of Applied Finance and Banking from the University of Wollongong.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Shima Heidari has been serving as Legal Counsel at Intact Financial Corporation since 2019. In this role, she provides legal advice and support on various matters related to the company's operations. Her expertise contributes to the legal framework that supports Intact's business objectives and compliance requirements.
Education and Expertise
Shima Heidari holds a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Windsor, which she completed from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, she earned a Master of Applied Finance and Banking with Distinction from the University of Wollongong, studying from 2009 to 2011. She also obtained a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Wollongong, graduating from 2007 to 2009. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both law and finance.
Professional Background
Shima Heidari has a diverse professional background. Prior to her current role at Intact, she worked as an Associate Lawyer at GRILLO BARRISTERS Personal Injury Lawyers from 2015 to 2017. She also served as a Legal Consultant for UNICEF in Vietnam from 2018 to 2019. Earlier in her career, she was involved with the Canadian Bar Association as part of the Young Lawyers International Program and participated as a Student Member with Pro Bono Students Canada.
Achievements in Legal Practice
Throughout her career, Shima Heidari has engaged in various legal roles that demonstrate her commitment to the field. Her work with UNICEF as a Legal Consultant involved providing legal expertise in international contexts. Additionally, her involvement in the Young Lawyers International Program at the Canadian Bar Association reflects her dedication to supporting young legal professionals.