Celebrating Abby Pang’s Recognition in Best Lawyers 2026

Written By Abby Pang

We are proud to share that Abby Pang, our founder and principal lawyer at Illuma Family Law, has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ for her work in Family Law.

This recognition is a significant professional milestone — and one we’re excited to celebrate as a team and community.

What is Ones to Watch?

Now in its fifth year, Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ recognizes early-career lawyers who are making meaningful contributions to the legal field. What makes this award particularly notable is its selection process — it’s entirely based on peer review. Legal professionals are nominated by their peers and evaluated confidentially by fellow lawyers in the same region and practice area.

That means this isn’t a self-submitted honor — it’s an acknowledgment from the legal community itself, reflecting who they would trust with their own clients.

This year, more than 294,000 evaluations were submitted across Canada, making the recognition both competitive and deeply meaningful.

Abby’s Impact in Family Law

Abby founded Illuma Family Law with a clear mission: to bring clarity, compassion, and a client-centered approach to one of the most emotionally complex areas of law. As a female-led and female-owned firm in downtown Vancouver, Illuma stands apart not only for its values, but for its commitment to supporting families through life’s transitions with empathy and strength.

Abby’s inclusion in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ affirms what our clients and colleagues already know — that she is a thoughtful, strategic, and trusted advocate for families navigating legal challenges.

A Recognition That Reflects Our Values

Family Law is evolving, and the rise in early-career recognition in this area speaks to its increasing importance in Canadian legal practice. As society changes and family structures become more diverse, the need for accessible, informed, and compassionate legal guidance has never been greater.

We’re honoured to be part of that shift — and to see Abby recognized for the role she plays in shaping it.

Looking Ahead

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the legal professionals recognized in this year’s Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™, especially those working in Family Law. Your contributions are helping to build a more responsive, inclusive, and thoughtful legal system for all Canadians.

And to our clients and community — thank you for trusting us. This recognition is a reflection not only of Abby’s leadership, but of the relationships we’ve built and the work we’re privileged to do every day.

Here’s to continued growth, impact, and service.

Best Lawyers 2026

Abby Pang

Abby is a lawyer and loving mother of two children. She is an advocate for healthy families and children. She has turned her energy towards supporting families, by providing guidance and helping families navigate through the legal system, while empowering them to have a voice throughout the process.

Abby Pang’s journey began in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. Subsequently, her family moved to the east side of Vancouver, before moving to Richmond, where she spent most of her childhood. Her father was a refugee who came to Canada in 1970, and from him she learned the meaning of grit.

In her youth, Abby experienced a breakdown in her family unit which resulted in divorce. She understands that marital breakdowns and divorces can be complicated, but also devastating. She also understands there are alternative options and ways to mitigate the damaging effects of the process.

Abby earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of British Columbia, studying psychology and family studies. She earned a law degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, exchange program through the Hong Kong University. In 2008, she returned to British Columbia to work in a large law office while completing her National Certificate of Accreditation. She then completed her articles in a boutique law firm in Vancouver. She was called to the British Columbia bar in 2012.

Abby has appeared in Provincial Court, Supreme Court and Court of Appeal. She deals with personal injury claims, sexual assault (civil) claims, and family law matters: Jansson v. Malone, 2021; Binning v. Kandola, 2021; Bergeron v. Malloy, 2020; Urwin v. Hanson, 2019; Lally v. He, 2016; Kandola v. Mactavish, 2016; Kweon v. Roy, 2016; Chan v. Caer, 2014; Saadati v. Moorhead, 2015; Loft v. Nat, 2015. In addition to her court experience, Abby takes a “family first” approach and is resolution-focused. She is registered through the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals.

As a lawyer, Abby Pang’s community involvement included volunteer work with the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers and the Canadian Bar Association Women Lawyers’ Forum. As well, she had the opportunity to assist at Rise Women’s Legal Center and Battered Women’s Support Services through volunteering with Amici Curiae Friends of Court.

Abby is the recipient of A Woman of Worth Leader of the Year Award 2023 for her outstanding achievements in strengthening her community/organization through innovative approaches to resolving challenges and inspiring meaningful change. She has been recognized nationally as a nominee of the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards 2023, which honours extraordinary women leaders and businesses.

In her personal time, Abby enjoys snowboarding, bike riding, and spending time with her family.

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