Emily M. Hole

esia works at the intersection of science, business and intellectual property, helping clients protect the ideas and innovations behind their businesses. Her practice focuses on patents, trademarks and copyright, with a particular appreciation for the technical and commercial considerations that shape an effective IP strategy. Before becoming a lawyer, Tesia studied chemistry at the University of Alberta, complementing her science degree with a minor in business. That combination gives her a ...

Albert has over 30 years of legal experience, complemented by significant experience in industry. Prior to pursuing his law degree, Albert worked in human resources, labour relations and safety in the private sector. He has a background in the farming, commercial fishing, engineering-procurement-construction, mining, and the steel industries. He carries on a general practice of law, with an emphasis on employment and labour, human rights, occupational health and safety, workers’ compens...

Practice areas Administrative Law Counseling on matters of business and governmental concerns Representation of individuals, firms, and governmental organizations in matters of land use planning and development Advising on governmental procedures Counseling individuals and firms in the securities industry Business Law Advising business clients on operational and strategic issues and corporate governance Handling commercial transactions including the acquisition, development, sale and leasing ...

Kamila Surkont is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation. Kamila practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Kamila Surkont 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 Kamila Surkont is held by other lawyers.

Sonny’s clients benefit from the wealth of knowledge he has amassed over many years in practice. Sonny’s practice focuses on property and contract law including property development, financing, sales, purchases, leasing, preparation and analysis of mortgages, debentures and other security documents, condominiums, mortgages and other security remedies and actions, builders’ liens, and landlord and tenant matters. He has appeared in all levels of the courts of Alberta and in t...

Richard J. Mallett graduated from the University of Alberta law school in 1989 and was admitted to the Alberta Bar in 1990. Rick established Hammer Injury Law in 2023. For the first 10 years of his career, Rick practiced as an insurance defense and corporate lawyer. Since 1999, Rick has acted exclusively for injured people and their families. Rick has appeared in all levels of court in Alberta, including the Court of Justice, Court of King’s Bench, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court of the ...

Wendi Crowe’s practice focuses on tax, business succession planning, trusts and estate planning, to address the complexities of today’s families. She uses a practical, holistic and collaborative approach to assist owner-managers in achieving their business succession goals. Wendi advises clients at all stages of the business life cycle, including incorporation and ownership structure, partnership and shareholder agreements, employee profit-sharing plans and stock options, acquisit...

Jerritt Pawlyk is a partner in DLA Piper's Restructuring and Insolvency Group. He advises all stakeholders in complex insolvency, restructuring and enforcement matters. With over two decades of experience, Jerritt acts for clients across a broad range of industries and at every stage of the insolvency process, including proceedings under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act , receiverships, bankruptcies, enforcement proceedings and related commercial disputes. He is known for practical, r...

Gary Yasinski is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Gary practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Gary Yasinski 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 Gary Yasinski is held by other lawyers.

Known for being fair, honest, and a great communicator, Anthony Espejo provides strategic and practical advice for commercial litigation and insurance matters. His expertise leads to targeted advice to find the best resolutions while his experience means he avoids wasting time or energy on strategies that aren’t productive. Clear communication is one of his biggest strengths as an experienced insurance defence litigator. He works through a problem logically to find the most fair and rea...