Carey Leishman

Carey was told by many that ‘she should be a lawyer when she grew up’. So, she did just that. Carey was raised in Calgary, Alberta taking both her Bachelor of Arts Degree, and later her Bachelor of Laws Degree at the University of Calgary. After obtaining her Law Degree in 2010, Carey articled at a mid-size firm. Shortly thereafter Carey worked with Pam Bell as a young associate. It was there she discovered her love of family law. Carey’s love of family law is grounded in her belief that while separation and divorce is hard, it is possible to move through the process in a way that is respectful and positions the family to be successful going forward.

Her common sense, straight forward approach allows her clients to understand their rights, the process, and their options in order to make the best possible decisions for themselves and their family. She is a tough advocate when necessary, but believes clients are best served when they are in control of the outcome. She is an adept advocate in all processes, including mediation, arbitration and Court in instances where a tough advocate is required.

Carey also offers flat rate fees for certain steps in the process. Carey has been actively involved with various organizations, speaking on a variety of legal topics, including:

• Presenter for Calgary Legal Guidance on Executor’s Duties and Responsibilities;
• Presenter at SAIT DAY, on Estate Planning and Incapacity;
• Presenter at various Royal Bank Branches on the new Wills and Succession Act;
• Presenter to Institute of Advanced Financial Planners on the new Wills and Succession Act;
• Presenter on Estate Planning at the Alberta Teachers’ Association seminar;
• Sessional Lecturer on Estate Planning and Administration, Chinook Learning Services, Continuing Education, 2011-2012;
• LESA Advanced Child Support Panelist – February 2016; and
• Calgary Immigrant Woman’s Association Volunteer providing pro-bono legal advice.

Carey is the proud Mom of two large fur children, Koda (a 75lbs Husky lab cross) and Stewie (a 95lb German Shepherd Malamute cross) and thus spends an inordinate amount of time vacuuming when she’s home. She is an average hiker, avid wine drinker and loves travelling with her Husband.