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Roy Klassen is a partner at McLeod Law LLP in Calgary, Alberta, and leads the firm’s Wills, Trusts & Estates group. His practice areas include Trusts and Estates, with a focus on wealth management and protection, international and U.S./cross-border planning, trust creation, and compliance. For more than 33 years, Roy has advised individuals, families, family offices, and related businesses on a range of trust and estate planning matters, including plans involving international and c...

Jennifer Biernaskie is a litigation strategist who finds solutions. She skillfully analyzes a claim from all sides, considering both the present details and what will happen down the road. The end result is a forward-thinking strategy that shapes a successful future for her clients. Her strong track record for resolving claims is based on skill, creative agreements and common sense in commercial litigation, insurance defence, and administrative law. With particular proficiency in high-complex...

Clay Jacobson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Energy Law. Clay practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Clay Jacobson since 2025. 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 Clay Jacobson is held by other lawyers.

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Matthew B. White has practised with McLeod Law LLP since articling with the firm in 1999. Based in Calgary, Alberta, he is a member of the firm’s Personal Injury group and represents individuals involved in personal injury claims. Matthew primarily acts for plaintiffs, while also representing the Alberta Government in claims involving unknown or uninsured persons. This work gives him experience with both plaintiff and defence perspectives. Matthew has appeared before the Provincial Cour...

Fulvio Durante joined Dunphy Best Blocksom LLP in 1994 and conducts a business and estate-oriented practice. He brings extensive experience in the areas of business law, corporate restructuring, mergers & acquisitions, commercial transactions, trusts, banking, mental incapacity and estate planning & administration. Fulvio is committed to teaching and mentoring the newest members of the profession. He was an instructor for the bar admission courses required for the admission of new law...

Paul was a key contributor in opening the firm’s Kelowna office and his practice focuses on helping clients develop and commercialize their technologies. An engineering and technology lawyer, he has over 25 years’ experience overseeing capital and technology investment in the energy industry and digital and big data technology sector, practicing in the fields of intellectual property; engineering, procurement and construction; strategic sourcing and privacy and data security. He i...

Lara Mason’s practice encompasses a wide range of commercial litigation matters, including commercial disputes, transnational and cross-border disputes, professional liability matters, insurance coverage disputes and class actions. Ms. Mason has appeared at all levels of court in Alberta, before the Supreme Court of Canada, and before the Alberta Utilities Commission. She has also participated in a variety of alternative dispute resolution processes.Ms. Mason joined our Calgary office a...

Enrique has over 18 years of experience helping clients navigate family law disputes with clarity and confidence. Before becoming a lawyer, he was a high school teacher—an experience that still shapes his approach to his legal practice today. Whether guiding clients through the legal process or advocating in court, Enrique brings the heart of a teacher to everything he does. Clients meeting with Enrique can always expect a bit of “homework.” He believes strongly that clients...

Practising extensively in the area of complex commercial transactions, Rick Borden focuses on large-scale projects and financings in the energy sector, including oil sands projects, pipeline projects and LNG projects. His clients include major Canadian banks and project sponsors and he has strong relationships with the key project lending specialists at the major Canadian banks. He also has significant experience in joint venture arrangements in the energy sector and often advises on matters ...