Jerritt R. Pawlyk

Vicki is highly sought-after for her extensive experience and ability to resolve matters quickly and efficiently. Practical and knowledgeable, she provides guidance that puts client needs at the forefront. Vicki’s practice focuses on the areas of employment, human rights, privacy, labour and administrative law. She advises employers on a wide range of employment, personnel and labour issues (including collective bargaining). She is valued by employers for her accessibility and capacity ...

Justin E. Kingston is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Justin E., who practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Justin E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mark’s litigation practice focuses on construction disputes, insurance, and commercial litigation. His insurance practice covers a broad range of areas, with a focus on professional negligence, acting on behalf of architects and engineers in various types of construction claims. He also acts for manufacturers and suppliers in product liability claims, dealing with breach of warranty and negligence claims relating to allegedly defective equipment, materials, and consumer goods. Mark has ...

Crista provides sophisticated and practical legal guidance for clients and their families as they navigate life’s transitions. Her creative solutions address both legal and personal matters, leaving her clients feeling confident, informed, and in control of their futures. The leader of the firm’s estate, trust and taxation practice groups, Crista is a trusted advisor in matters of estate planning, administration, trusts and estate litigation. She was recognized in 2020 as one of C...

Eric Vaillant is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law and Real Estate Law. Eric, who practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eric is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Chuck Russell, K.C. has provided practical and timely advice to debtors, lenders, and receivers for more than 40 years. He is a partner and Queen’s Counsel with extensive knowledge in restructuring, reorganizations, and insolvency. Known for his negotiation skill and personable manner, Chuck handles corporate restructuring and reorganizations, receiverships, and bankruptcies for corporations and individuals in a broad range of industries. He advises lenders on methods of securitizing lo...

Pierre C. Desrochers is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Leasing Law, Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Pierre C., who practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Pierre C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Cathy is a commercial solicitor whose practice emphasizes commercial real estate, business law, and financing. After earning her B.A. with Distinction (1993) and her LL.B. with Distinction (1996 - bronze medalist) at the University of Alberta, she was admitted to the Alberta bar in 1997. Away from the office, Cathy is a director of the Edmonton Chapter of NAIOP, a member of the Edmonton chapter of the Commercial Real Estate Women Network, a director of the Elzinga Family Foundation and a memb...

Deb Lister enjoys a litigation practice, representing clients in a wide range of industry sectors. Her breadth of expertise has earned her recognition as a Best Lawyer in Canada for the past 7 years in a number of areas, including corporate and commercial litigation, insurance law, and trusts and estates. Deb has a particular interest in shareholder disputes, director’s liability and corporate governance matters, contract law, professional liability claims and insurance law, both covera...

Alison Archer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law and Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Alison, who practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alison is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.