Daniel A. Downie

Ian McKay, K.C. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defence. Ian practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Ian McKay, K.C. 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 Ian McKay, K.C. is held by other lawyers.

Laura Warner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Administrative and Public Law and Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Laura practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Laura Warner since 2023. 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 Laura Warner is held by other lawyers.

Sandra's international experience, multi-lingual fluency, and nuanced understanding of dispute resolution uniquely inform her approach to family law. Trained and experienced in negotiation and mediation, Sandra believes in resolving family law disputes in a solution-focused, efficient, and non-adversarial manner. Where necessary, Sandra engages in targeted litigation and has argued successfully in the Provincial Court of Alberta, the Court of Queen's Bench, and the Court of Appeal. Sandra art...

Mike Grassie is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Mike practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Mike Grassie since 2026. 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 Mike Grassie 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.

Stacey has practiced exclusively in the area of family law since her call to the Bar in 2014, and between 2010 and 2014 she worked and/or volunteered with Family Justice Services (now Resolution Services) at the Calgary Courts Centre as a judicial clerk/intake worker assisting individuals with Family Law matters. Stacey believes that clients are best served through the use of alternative dispute resolution processes such as mediation and arbitration, and as such will encourage people to consi...

Alison Gray, KC is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Administrative and Public Law, Construction Law and Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Alison practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Alison Gray, KC since 2021. 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 Alison Gray, KC is held by other lawyers.

Tara G. Tiefenbach is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Tara G. practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Tara G. Tiefenbach since 2019. 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 Tara G. Tiefenbach is held by other lawyers.

Maxwell J. Brunette is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law. Maxwell J. practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Maxwell J. Brunette 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 Maxwell J. Brunette is held by other lawyers.

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...