Andrew F. Sunter

Chelsea Batten is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Chelsea practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Chelsea Batten since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Chelsea Batten is held by other lawyers.

Stephen M. Torscher is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law. Stephen M. practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen M. Torscher since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Stephen M. Torscher is held by other lawyers.

Shanlee’s practice is focused on securities and capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, start-ups, shareholder activism and corporate governance. Shanlee has a business-friendly, “get the deal done” mentality, enabling her to develop close and trusting business relationships while delivering practical, timely and high-value advice on an array of complex legal issues and transactions. Shanlee has extensive experience advising clients on domestic and cross-b...

Elizabeth Burton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Banking and Finance Law. Elizabeth practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Elizabeth Burton since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Elizabeth Burton is held by other lawyers.

Eleanor is a partner at Carbert Waite and chair of the Trusts and Estates group. She is a recognized wills and estates lawyer who takes a forward-thinking approach to the practice of estate law. From personal estate planning to navigating high-conflict estate disputes, Eleanor is committed to empowering her clients during the legal process. Eleanor has obtained the Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation by STEP Canada, which demonstrates her advanced understanding of the trust and es...

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...

Michael Bolitho practises commercial real estate law, including commercial leasing (both on behalf of landlords and tenants), commercial acquisitions and dispositions, condominium development, real estate development, drafting and negotiating construction contracts, real estate advice on mergers and acquisitions, and real estate-based financing. He has had a leading role representing landlords and tenants on large commercial leasing transactions involving build-to-suit, office, retail and ind...

Doug is a senior family lawyer who has practiced family law for over 36 years. His practice is largely mediation and arbitration of family law disputes. Often Doug is acting as a mediator/arbitrator in a hybrid process that combines the benefit of both mediation and arbitration. In addition, Doug assists a few select clients in reaching resolution through negotiation, collaborative law, mediation, arbitration, and when necessary through litigation. Admitted to the Alberta Bar on January 10, 1...

Jennifer Kennedy's practice focuses on corporate and securities law matters, with a focus on public and private financings, including cross-border financings, mergers & acquisitions, corporate restructurings and related-party transactions. Ms. Kennedy has acted for issuers, selling shareholders, independent committees of boards of directors, investment dealers and private equity investors in a variety of debt and equity capital market transactions, including project financings. Ms. Kenned...

As one of our founders, Joe was appointed King’s Counsel in 1994 and a Fellow of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Alberta in 1995. He offers tax advice on a wide variety of matters, including resource tax, mergers and acquisitions and dispute resolution. An impactful leader, Joe guides our lawyers with active mentorship and mindful team building. Joe gives back to the community in a myriad of ways, both in an academic and volunteer capacity. He has taught at the University of A...