Best Lawyers in Alberta, Canada for Corporate Law
Dale practices in the areas of commercial, general and business aviation, banking and finance, and corporate commercial law. Dale is a leading practitioner in the aviation field, having provided legal counsel to domestic and foreign air carriers, aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul companies, lenders/borrowers, lessors/lessees, buyers/sellers, and institutional clients in all manner of aviation transactions and in respect of the establishment and merger of commercial air services, both ...
Rujuta Patel practises business law and competition law, with a focus on the resources and transportation sectors. She advises on private mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations and restructurings of multinational and Canadian organizations, private placements and a variety of energy-related matters. She works regularly with energy services companies and is experienced in drafting, negotiating and advising on a broad range of services, drilling and engineering contracts. She also ...
Lauren Toreson shines as a corporate and commercial lawyer based in Edmonton and Calgary. With a focus on mergers and acquisitions, construction law, securities law, and secured lending transactions, Lauren is the go-to for buyers and sellers in business acquisition deals. With a knack for simplifying complex issues and providing pragmatic advice, Lauren excels in various legal realms, making her a top choice for clients seeking guidance in the Canadian business landscape. An in-demand speake...
Marcus Archer focuses on public and private debt and equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, reorganizations and purchases and sales of businesses and assets, acting for corporations, private equity, investment banks and creditors. He also assists clients with corporate governance, regulatory compliance, continuous disclosure and general corporate matters. Mr. Archer is a director or corporate secretary of a number of public and private corporations. Mr. Archer joined our...
Jeremy acts for contractors, subcontractors, owners, municipalities and other public bodies, as well as employers and employees. Jeremy’s practice focuses on Construction Law, assisting contractors, subcontractors, owners, municipalities, and other public bodies in a broad range of matters, from dispute resolution to solicitor work. Jeremy teaches construction law at the University of Alberta Faculty of Law (since 2015) and regularly presents at seminars and courses for various educatio...
John is counsel in the area of corporate commercial and financing matters with a special focus on the agriculture and first nations business sectors. His practice also includes handling expropriation and surface rights matters. As a former leader of our agribusiness practice group, John's focus on the agribusiness sector has afforded him extensive experience in a variety of areas in which clients seek legal advice including business structures, financing, regulatory compliance, land rights, f...
Gregory F. Peterson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Private Funds Law. Gregory F., who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gregory F. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Colleen Abel is a corporate and commercial lawyer in our Calgary office, with a practice that primarily focuses on energy and natural resources. In addition to her energy practice, Colleen also has broad experience in providing general advice and assistance to clients across a variety of industries, including financial, consumer goods and technology, and provides support to clients and our team in relation to M&A employment matters. She has extensive experience in interpreting, preparing ...
Allan’s practice includes corporate / commercial law, mergers and acquisitions. He acts as legal counsel for a number of corporations, and businesses. Allan is active in the community and serves as the Director on numerous charitable foundations. He is a past Governor of the Edmonton Petroleum Club and is the former chair of the Senior Advisory Committee for the Annual Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Canada Celebrity Golf Tournament.
Although Rick is frequently called upon for high stakes complex corporate, commercial and organizational matters he continues to assist businesses and organizations of all sizes and on matters of all complexities. With a wealth of knowledge acquired over more than 40 years, Rick has extensive experience in sophisticated transactions of various kinds including acquisitions, mergers, partnerships and corporate reorganizations. His practice spans the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. In add...
Steve R. Will is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Steve R., who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Steve R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Brad Hayden is a senior business lawyer. He has an extensive background in leadership, management, strategic and operational planning, organizational transformation and change management, client relationship management, business operations, governance and communication. Brad practises business law, with a focus on the energy and transportation industries. He works with businesses involved in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and financings, domestic and cross-border reorganizations, corpora...
Clear, pragmatic advice is extraordinarily valuable in business today, especially when navigating regulations, critical start-up options, or important mergers. For clients who are seeking informed guidance on complex legal issues, financing, or transactions, Brittany Earl provides meaningful and reassuring counsel while keeping matters relatable, attainable, and straight-forward. In Britany's Own Words: "I believe I bring a refreshing approach to complex issues by thinking of what I do as &ls...
Kevin J. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Kevin J., who practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kevin J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jeff Fixsen has advised corporations and individuals in all aspects of their business for over two decades. His practice includes the areas of corporate and commercial law, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring and financing, and trademarks. Jeff's ability to foster practical approaches to problem solving helps clients achieve success efficiently and effectively. Jeff’s clientele is diverse and reflective of the greater Edmonton and area and Northern Alberta bus...
Brad Schneider is well-known as a trusted advisor in respect of both mergers and acquisitions, and emerging technology and venture capital law in Alberta. As Co-Leader of Fasken’s Emerging Technology and Venture Capital Group in Alberta, Brad provides strategic legal guidance to technology companies throughout their lifecycle, from startup formation and capital raising to strategic exits. He also advises angel investors, strategic investors, and institutional funds on financing and M&am...
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