Megan Abel is a lawyer at St. Lawrence Barristers PC, having first joined the firm as a student in 2023. Megan is a passionate advocate. She works with clients to provide practical, creative, and strategic legal advice and representation that is tailored to each client’s circumstances and goals.

Megan graduated magna cum laude from the University of Ottawa. Prior to law school, Megan completed a Bachelor of Science (Honours, with Distinction) in Life Sciences at Queen’s University. 

During law school, Megan worked as a Research Assistant in global health law, served as an Associate Editor on the Ottawa Law Review, and completed a student internship at the Canadian Environmental Law Association. Megan served as a 2024/2025 Program Coordinator for the University of Ottawa (Common Law) Chapter of Pro Bono Student Canada, overseeing one of Canada’s largest chapters to ensure mutually beneficial partnerships between student volunteers and community partner organizations. 

Megan recognizes legal advocacy as a compelling vehicle to enhance equity and access to justice. She strives to contribute to a civil justice system that is increasingly alive and responsive to the realities of all people it serves.