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Andrew has been with the firm since 2014 and has practiced law since 2009. As one of our partners in the Abbotsford office, Andrew is a strong litigator with a broad range of experience and successful outcomes both in trial and outside of court. As part of the litigation group at KSW Lawyers, he not only works diligently fighting alongside his clients but also mentors many of the summer and articling students that article at our firm.

Andrew graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Simon Fraser University in 2004 and received his Bachelor of Laws from University of Alberta in 2008. While attending law school, Andrew won the inter-school Client Counselling Competition. He was then part of the University of Alberta team in the American Bar Association Client Counselling Competition. He was also the recipient of the Maritime Law Book Award in recognition of first place standing in Professional Responsibility. After graduation, he gained invaluable trial experience acting as ad hoc counsel for the Federal Crown.

Having grown up in Chilliwack, Andrew enjoys not only practicing law in his community but also being a part of its societies and associations. Andrew is currently a member of the Chilliwack Fraser Rotary Club, is on the Board of Directors of the Chilliwack Hospice Society and a member of the Fraser Valley Estate Planning Council.

As someone who enjoys mentoring students, it is no surprise that Andrew also enjoys coaching the local soccer and hockey teams in his spare time.

University of Alberta, Faculty of Law, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

  • LL.B., Bachelor of Laws, 2008
  • Honours: Winner, Client Counselling Competition
  • Honours: University of Alberta team in the American Bar Association Client Counselling Competition
  • Honours: Maritime Law Book Award

Simon Fraser University

  • B.A., Bachelor of Arts, 2004
  • Major: Philosophy

Professional Associations And Memberships:

  • Fraser Valley Estate Planning Council, Member
  • Chilliwack Bar Association, Past Secretary and President

Pro Bono Activities:

  • Chilliwack Fraser Rotary Club, Past Member
  • Board of Directors of the Chilliwack Hospice Society, Past Member
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Biography

Andrew has been with the firm since 2014 and has practiced law since 2009. As one of our partners in the Abbotsford office, Andrew is a strong litigator with a broad range of experience and successful outcomes both in trial and outside of court. As part of the litigation group at KSW Lawyers, he not only works diligently fighting alongside his clients but also mentors many of the summer and articling students that article at our firm.

Andrew graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Simon Fraser University in 2004 and received his Bachelor of Laws from University of Alberta in 2008. While attending law school, Andrew won the inter-school Client Counselling Competition. He was then part of the University of Alberta team in the American Bar Association Client Counselling Competition. He was also the recipient of the Maritime Law Book Award in recognition of first place standing in Professional Responsibility. After graduation, he gained invaluable trial experience acting as ad hoc counsel for the Federal Crown.

Having grown up in Chilliwack, Andrew enjoys not only practicing law in his community but also being a part of its societies and associations. Andrew is currently a member of the Chilliwack Fraser Rotary Club, is on the Board of Directors of the Chilliwack Hospice Society and a member of the Fraser Valley Estate Planning Council.

As someone who enjoys mentoring students, it is no surprise that Andrew also enjoys coaching the local soccer and hockey teams in his spare time.

Education

University of Alberta, Faculty of Law, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

  • LL.B., Bachelor of Laws, 2008
  • Honours: Winner, Client Counselling Competition
  • Honours: University of Alberta team in the American Bar Association Client Counselling Competition
  • Honours: Maritime Law Book Award

Simon Fraser University

  • B.A., Bachelor of Arts, 2004
  • Major: Philosophy
Community

Professional Associations And Memberships:

  • Fraser Valley Estate Planning Council, Member
  • Chilliwack Bar Association, Past Secretary and President

Pro Bono Activities:

  • Chilliwack Fraser Rotary Club, Past Member
  • Board of Directors of the Chilliwack Hospice Society, Past Member
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Testimonials
A couple of years ago, I had talked to several lawyers about a Will Variation case and I didn't get a great feeling about them. However, when I met with Andrew Zacharias of KSW Lawyers in Abbotsford, it was an entirely different experience. He spent a lot of time talking to me about the details of the case and about my life experience relevant to it. Legal issues are not usually peoples' favorite thing as they often take a long time and there's often stress involved. Andrew's clear communication, empathy, and efficiency made the whole experience much, much more positive. At the end of the process--which, I'll add, was extremely successful--my sister and I really felt that we had a friend in our corner rather than just a lawyer representing our interests. Andrew's professionalism was outstanding and his specialty in Will Variation was evident throughout the process. Five stars are not enough.
Allan L.
4.1.2026
I am writing to express my gratitude to Andrew and his amazing team. I appreciate you professional support and guidance throughout the process with ICBC. Your prompt responses and attention to detail really meant a lot to me. With your help I was able to focus on other parts of my everyday life. I will definitely recommend your professional services to my family and friends.
Jesse D.
9.13.2022
I am very thankful for the service provided by KSW Lawyers. Andrew was very patient and kind. His expertise in his field made it so that we had the most favorable outcome. I would not hesitate in recommending him and his team to any of my family or friends.
Jesse D.
3.7.2023
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