Kamloops criminal law firm, Smith Law Group, is pleased to welcome Irene Shih, a recent TRU Law School graduate. Irene began her articles with Brad Smith, QC in May 2022.

Irene first joined the firm as a summer student in 2021 where she gained experience in criminal law while working with criminal lawyers Brad Smith, QC and Danielle Ching McNamee. Irene is pleased to continue working with Smith Law Group, helping people charged with a criminal offence or who are being investigated by the police.

Irene has a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Information Security) from the University of Calgary. She has volunteered as a High Risk Youth Mentor and as a Court House Volunteer for the Elizabeth Fry Society of Calgary. She speaks English, French and Cantonese. Additionally, Irene has a Black Belt in Kendo and competed provincially in Alberta.

Irene Shih, articled student

Irene Shih