Michael McCaffrey (he/him/his)

Education

Michael earned his J.D. from the University of British Columbia in 2025. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Business Studies from MacEwan University.

Throughout law school, Michael focused on advocacy and human rights through hands-on legal work and community engagement. At the LSLAP legal clinic, he represented low-income clients in a variety of legal matters and took pride in securing positive outcomes in challenging circumstances. He also volunteered with Pro Bono Students Canada, contributing to projects aimed at systemic reform and access to justice.

Michael was selected for the highly competitive UBC Business Law Clinic, where he advised small businesses and entrepreneurs on a range of corporate matters. His work included preparing minute books and drafting incorporation documents, shareholder agreements, and employment contracts. He also participated in a mock shareholder dispute course and has a strong interest in the legal mechanisms available to minority shareholders to enforce their rights.

This blend of hands-on client advocacy and practical business law experience has equipped Michael with both the compassion to support individuals through high-stakes legal disputes and the skill to navigate sophisticated corporate issues.

Personal 

Michael enjoys cycling, boxing, wandering garden centers with little regard for restraint, and spending quality time with his dogs. He enjoys both skiing and snowboarding, and looks forward to spending time in the mountains during the winter months.

Community

Before joining JSS Barristers, Michael worked with health and community-focused non-profit organizations in Vancouver. In that role, he collaborated with service providers, government agencies, and community organizations to help clients navigate complex systems and access critical support. He brings this same passionate, client-focused, and results-driven approach to his practice at JSS Barristers.