Xilonen (see-low-nen) (she/her) was called to the Law Society of BC in September 2024. She practices exclusively in immigration and refugee law. She has worked with IRLC as a summer student, volunteer, articling student, and now as a Staff Lawyer. She is passionate about access to justice, trauma-informed practice, cultural safety, accessibility, and humility. She obtained her Juris Doctor degree from University of Victoria. In 2020, Xilonen received the Lieutenant Governor Silver Medal in Democracy, Inclusion, and Reconciliation. She holds a bachelor’s degree in criminology and Indigenous studies. Before her practice in law, she worked for several research projects on topics such as restorative justice and Indigenous justice, anti-violence worker wellness, and the Independent Assessment Process of the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement.  In her down time, Xilonen enjoys the energizing company of her goldendoodle, Mijo.