Nicola is a seasoned legal executive with over three decades of experience advising leading automotive manufacturers, distributors, and finance companies across Canada. She has held senior in-house counsel and General Counsel roles at some of the world’s most recognized automotive brands, including Toyota Canada, Volkswagen Group Canada, Audi Canada, Honda Canada, and Hyundai Capital Canada. She maintains a positive and collaborative attitude in the work environment and has demonstrated quality and leadership skills. Her experience includes advising on product liability matters and complex litigation; guiding organizations through regulatory compliance, privacy law, and the negotiation of commercial arrangements with external service providers; and serving in senior executive roles, including General Counsel, where she has shaped company policy, strategic direction, and business development alongside day-to-day legal leadership.

Known for her strategic thinking, practical problem-solving, and collaborative leadership style, Nicola combines deep legal expertise with real business judgment, giving clients a trusted advisor who sees the full picture and guides your operations accordingly, helping organizations move through complex legal environments while staying focused on their broader corporate objectives.