David T. Madsen KC, FCIArb

Andrew Koeman is a family law and divorce lawyer. Andrew graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Laws (Juris Doctor) in 2009. He completed his articles with Alberta Justice and continued to work there for two years as a Crown Prosecutor in the Specialized Prosecutions Branch, focusing on complex economic crimes, before he decided to practice family law exclusively. While Andrew has experience in all areas of family law, he developed a practice with a specific focus on comp...

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 ...

Erin is a reliable and skilled advocate who leverages her considerable experience and substantial legal knowledge to find creative solutions to a range of complex and challenging matters. A trusted advisor to individuals and organizations alike, Erin’s practice encompasses commercial litigation, employment, and insurance & risk management. In her commercial litigation practice, Erin advises and represents parties on a wide range of general litigation matters, including disputes rela...

Nigel established his first law firm in 1997 and has been practicing law for more than 25 years. He has appeared before all levels of Court throughout Alberta, and is familiar with all forums of Alternative Dispute Resolution. He is committed to maximizing client recovery, minimizing client exposure and realizing optimal outcomes. Nigel proudly considers himself first and foremost an advocate, and this has been his passion and a consistent theme throughout his professional career. He is also ...

With decades of experience in labour and employment law, John Batzel is your go-to advisor for all things related to the employment relationship. From contract negotiation to wrongful dismissal claims, his practical approach helps avoid or resolve problems efficiently. He has also advised purchasers and sellers on employment and labour matters of all sizes, including complex mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings. ­­­­John has extensive courtroom experience across multiple ...

Jill Wilkie is a trusted advisor to employers and specializes in advising on all aspects of labour and employment law, and is the Leader of Miller Thomson’s Labour & Employment Group. She has developed significant expertise in assisting clients in the health, manufacturing and education industries, as well as in Alberta’s Indigenous communities. Jill’s experience includes advising on the discipline and dismissal process, the defence of wrongful, constructive and unjust d...

Kristy L. Williams, PhD is a Calgary, Alberta lawyer and litigator with McLeod Law LLP . She works with clients navigating significant life changes, including the aftermath of an injury, separation, and ongoing legal disputes. Kristy’s recognized practice area is Personal Injury Litigation . She represents individuals whose lives have been affected by serious injuries and helps them address the legal, medical, and practical issues that may arise. With a background in neuroscience and he...

Jackie R. Halpern , KC is a Calgary, Alberta lawyer with McLeod Law LLP . She represents individuals who have suffered serious personal injuries and advises clients and families as they navigate the legal and practical issues that can follow an injury. Jackie’s practice areas include Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation . For more than three decades, she has represented injured people and their families in claims involving insurance coverage, liability, damages, and other person...

Shayi Xu is a Calgary family lawyer and the head of the Family Law group at McLeod Law LLP . She has practiced exclusively in Family Law since 2009, assisting clients with family law litigation and a range of dispute resolution processes, including mediation and arbitration. Shayi works with individuals and families facing high-conflict and complex family law matters. She aims to help clients address their concerns in an effective, efficient, and practical manner. Her practice also includes p...

Tom is a leading practitioner in management-side labour and employment law with over 25 years of experience. Applying sound judgment, proactive strategies, and common sense, Tom has successfully represented employers in a wide range of complex and challenging matters. His continued success has earned him recognition from several leading industry guides as well as the respect of both colleagues and clients. With a focus on unionized workplaces, Tom advises and represents employers in labour ar...