Jordan T. Mertz

Jennifer is a fierce advocate who approaches each matter with ingenuity, creativity, and empathy. She enjoys finding cost-effective and productive solutions to address her clients’ legal challenges. Jennifer’s diverse practice includes litigation, insurance and risk management, construction, privacy, and health law. She represents corporations and individuals in a variety of commercial litigation disputes, including small claims matters and those involving property damage, neglige...

Ian brings decades of corporate and commercial experience to his work with businesses ranging from emerging and mid-sized companies to large organizations operating across borders. His practice spans corporate and commercial matters, commercial real estate, banking and finance, and wills, estates and estate planning. His international experience is an important part of that perspective. After relocating from Calgary to Edmonton in 1977, Ian worked in Scotland and London, advising on internati...

Justin is a member of the firm’s Litigation and Insurance Services Practice Group, where he acts as defence counsel for several insurance companies in the litigation of various injury and property loss claims in both the Alberta and Yukon jurisdictions. He has otherwise represented individual clients in a variety of civil litigation matters. Justin also practices in the area of Commercial Litigation, representing businesses and their principals who are faced with a wide array of litigat...

Although Rick is frequently called upon for high stakes complex corporate, commercial and organizational matters he continues to assist businesses and organizations of all sizes and on matters of all complexities. With a wealth of knowledge acquired over more than 40 years, Rick has extensive experience in sophisticated transactions of various kinds including acquisitions, mergers, partnerships and corporate reorganizations. His practice spans the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors. In add...

Tim Mavko is Senior Counsel at Reynolds Mirth, where he focuses on commercial dispute resolution and construction law. A Fellow of both the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers and the Construction Law Society of America, Tim is regularly recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada and Lexpert for his expertise and excellence. Dispute Resolution With decades of experience in commercial litigation, Tim delivers incisive advice on the strategy and tactics needed to successfully resolve commerc...

Adrienne maintains a wide-ranging civil and commercial litigation practice, including contract, corporate, insurance, and construction disputes. She also has experience with administrative and regulatory matters. Adrienne has made appearances before all levels of Alberta Courts and the Supreme Court of Canada, and has experience with private arbitrations. Adrienne was a sessional instructor in Employment Law at the University of Alberta, Faculty of Law from 2020 until 2023. Adrienne has also ...

Before diving into the creation of an estate plan, it’s critical to take the time to understand the client and their wishes, concerns, and special requirements. That’s why clients trust Michael Klaray; whether he is creating a will with provisions for a disabled child, updating a will following a death or separation, or managing intergenerational transfers of wealth, and transfer of the family farm and family business, Michael’s approach lets each client feel they have been ...

Steve is a partner acting on behalf of financial institutions and other creditors in debt recovery and realization, including both secured (foreclosure, mortgage enforcement) and unsecured (judgment enforcement) debts. After earning his B.A. (2000) and his LL.B. (2004) from the University of Alberta, he was admitted to the Alberta bar in 2005 and the Nunavut bar in 2009. Steve was appointed Queen's Counsel in 2022.With over 15 years of experience, Steve has represented clients before the Prov...

Damian Shepherd is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Insurance Law. Damian practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Damian Shepherd since 2025. 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 Damian Shepherd is held by other lawyers.

Getting people out of trouble and on the path to a resolution is Douglas Boyer’s primary goal. In his litigation and risk management practice, from the second he’s involved, Douglas sets his sights on solving any problem his clients are facing with the most efficient and cost-effective solution. As the lead of the Insurance and Risk Management Practice Group, Douglas has a particular focus on the construction industry and insurance defense. He represents clients, including insured...