Devan Wisson

Bio

Devan is an Associate Lawyer within the civil litigation team. She is known for her approachable style and practical approach, ensuring clients feel supported throughout the litigation process.

Devan’s legal training is both international and diverse. She earned a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) from Western University before relocating to England, where she completed her Bachelor of Laws at the University of Exeter and a Master of Laws in Professional Legal Practice (Distinction) from The University of Law. While abroad, Devan worked with a national firm, gaining experience in wills, probate, and estate administration.

After seven years abroad, Devan returned to Brantford, completed her bar examinations, and qualified to practise law in Ontario. She articled in both civil and criminal law and has appeared before the Provincial Offences Court, the Ontario Court of Justice, and the Superior Court of Justice.

Education

• Called to the Bar in Ontario, 2025
• National Committee on Accreditation
• Master of Laws in Professional Legal Practice (Distinction), The University of Law
• Bachelor of Laws, University of Exeter
• Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours), Western University

Associations

• Law Society of Ontario
• Brant Law Association
• Waterloo Region Law Association

Contact

p: 519.759.6220 ext. 344 e: dwisson@waterousholden.com