Kismet T. Bhandar is a Partner at Dominion GovLaw LLP. She is a seasoned litigator with 28 years of experience in civil litigation, insurance defence and prosecutions. Known for an approachable and cooperative style, Kismet fosters teamwork with her clients to achieve positive outcomes. She is valued as a mentor and provides valuable insight to clients and colleagues.

Born and raised in Victoria BC, Kismet earned her first degree from Carleton University in Ottawa.  She then worked as an assistant English teacher for the Japanese Ministry of Education for two years in Wajima.  She returned to Canada and worked as an ESL teacher in colleges in Ottawa and Vancouver, prior to earning her law degree from the University of Victoria.

Kismet is a committed volunteer, currently serving on the CHAS Board of Governors for the Canadian College of Performing Arts since 2021.  Previously she served on the YMCA/YWCA board for seven years and Victoria Bar Association for twelve years (President in 2014).  She keeps active by taking long walks with friends and their dogs.