Our team

Anu Klar is a senior lawyer whose practice is focused on family law. Called to the British Columbia Bar in 2011, she brings 15 years of experience across family law, litigation, and dispute resolution, and a practical, compassionate approach to clients navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

Anu began her legal career in family law, appearing at Judicial Case Conferences, chambers applications, and trials in both Provincial Court and the Supreme Court of British Columbia, and developing a strong foundation in the financial and corporate issues that family matters so often involve. She went on to spend close to a decade in insurance litigation and personal injury, including as counsel at the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia, experience that sharpened her skills in complex case strategy, legal research, and clear, effective advocacy. She now brings that litigation depth back to family law.

Born and raised in the Okanagan Valley, Anu earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Victoria before completing her law degree at the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom and returning home to British Columbia to practise. She is a member in good standing of the Law Society of British Columbia and is fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi.

Known for her thoughtful and client-focused approach, Anu is committed to understanding the people behind each legal matter and helping them move forward with clarity and confidence. Outside the office, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and exploring new places together. 

Danielle L.R. Nelson is the co-founder of Swiftsure Law. With a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Victoria and a Bachelor of Education from Vancouver Island University, she brings a broad range of experience and expertise to the firm. A dedicated entrepreneur with a strong background in business, accounting, planning, and human resources, Danielle is keenly focused on client care and the management of the practice. A skilled communicator and editor, she brings a sharp eye for detail to her work, ensuring that Swiftsure’s documents meet exacting standards.

Married to the firm’s senior lawyer and a proud mother of four, Danielle brings a unique perspective to the team. She is passionate about local BC families and works tirelessly to ensure that Swiftsure Law meets its goal of helping clients navigate the legal system and achieve resolution.

When she isn’t in the office, you’ll find Danielle reading a good novel or spending time with her children.

Sahjun Sehmi is the Director of Legal Operations at Swiftsure Law, where he leads the firm’s legal operations, overseeing file management, litigation workflows, court filings, and document production, and ensuring client matters move forward efficiently and in compliance with the Supreme Court Family Rules. He works closely with the firm’s lawyers and to manage deadlines and court obligations, maintain the quality of court-ready materials, and supervise and mentor the firm’s legal support staff.

Sahjun brings a distinctive background from within the justice system itself. As a Deputy District Registrar with the BC Ministry of Attorney General, he exercised delegated statutory authority on behalf of the Registrar, reviewing and approving complex court applications and applying the Supreme Court Civil Rules, the Family Law Act, the Divorce Act, and related legislation across Supreme Civil, Family, and Probate matters. That experience gives him an uncommon, inside understanding of how court registries assess filings, which he now uses to keep the firm’s filings clean, compliant, and on time. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Victoria, along with Registrar’s certification from the Justice Institute of British Columbia.

Known for his analytical thinking, attention to detail, and calm under pressure, Sahjun is focused on building systems that reduce risk and let the firm’s lawyers concentrate on what matters most, their clients. Outside the office, he enjoys spending time with friends and playing various sports such as golf, soccer, volleyball, and slo-pitch as well as having captained the University of Victoria’s varsity field hockey team and represented Team BC and the Canadian Junior National Team.

Scarlet is the Director of Finance and Administration at Swiftsure Law, where she leads the financial and administrative side of the firm and ensures the practice runs smoothly from the inside out. She oversees the firm’s bookkeeping, trust accounting, billing, payroll, and financial reporting, alongside human resources, compliance, and day-to-day office operations, developing the standard operating procedures and performance measures that keep Swiftsure organized, efficient, and growing.

Scarlet brings over eight years of experience managing law firm operations, finance, and administration across boutique practices and the energy sector, with a background spanning family law, civil litigation, and complex case management. Her work touches every part of the firm’s operations, from trust accounting and regulatory compliance, including completing the firm’s Law Society Trust Audit, to file administration, discovery coordination, and the management of trial calendars and limitation dates. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Social Justice from the University of Victoria, and a Professional Management and Contract Certificate specializing in contract negotiation and interpretation.

Recognized for her meticulous attention to detail, operational discipline, and commitment to building streamlined, high-performing teams, Scarlet takes pride in creating a well-run, supportive environment where both the team and the firm’s clients are well looked after. A dedicated mother, she serves outside the office as Secretary on the Board of Executives of the St. Michael’s University School Society in Victoria.

Nick Ferster is a Legal Assistant at Swiftsure Law, where he supports the firm’s lawyers and operations team with file management, document preparation, court filings, and the day-to-day coordination that keeps client matters moving smoothly.

Nick joins the firm from within the court system itself. As a Court Clerk and Registry Clerk with the BC Ministry of Attorney General, he worked directly inside Supreme Court proceedings, maintaining the court record, swearing in witnesses, taking and filing exhibits, managing court lists, and initiating probate, divorce, and civil files in the registry. That firsthand experience with court procedure and the administration of justice gives him a practical, well-grounded understanding of the filing and procedural side of litigation support. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Victoria.

Outside of work, Nick is an avid endurance runner who enjoys long-distance running, trail racing, and exploring Vancouver Island’s outdoors. He recently completed a 100-kilometre ultramarathon in Whistler and takes part in the Royal Victoria Marathon each year.