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Mat Wirove is an accredited mediator and reputable family lawyer, recognized for his proficiency in court. With a prior background in civil litigation, Mat's versatile legal experience equips him to tackle a broad spectrum of family law matters with skill and efficiency. A Transparent, Client-Centred Approach Mat adopts a policy of openness and honesty with his clients, keeping them thoroughly informed about their case as it progresses. He understands the unique complexities of every situatio...

Ken’s practice focuses on tax litigation and tax dispute resolution. With over 30 years as a tax lawyer, he also has extensive experience in corporate tax planning, reorganizations and personal tax planning. Becoming partner at Felesky Flynn in 1996, Ken was co-managing partner from 2008 to 2015 and was appointed King’s Counsel in 2008. He has represented taxpayers before the Supreme Court of Canada, Tax Court of Canada, Federal Court of Appeal, Alberta Court of Queen’s Benc...

Caireen Hanert is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law and Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Caireen, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Caireen is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael began his legal career with Bennett Jones LLP. Michael joined Carbert Waite LLP in 2003. In 2020, Michael was appointed King’s Counsel by Alberta’s Minister of Justice and Solicitor General, Doug Schweitzer. Appointments of King’s Counsel are awarded to lawyers who have made significant contributions to the legal profession and have demonstrated exceptional leadership. LITIGATION PRACTICE Michael is an accomplished advocate and maintains an active civil and commercia...

Rahim Vasanji is a member of Verjee Law’s Personal Injury and Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group , where he focuses on advocating for individuals who have suffered serious injuries. His practice is centered on personal injury and insurance disputes with additional experience in commercial litigation and corporate transactional matters. In his personal injury work, Rahim represents clients in motor vehicle accidents, catastrophic injury claims and fatality matters. He is committed...

Gulu Punia is a leading commercial and employment litigator in Alberta, representing clients at all levels of Court in Alberta, including as lead counsel at trial before the Court of Queen's Bench. From shareholder disputes and oppression remedies, to fraud claims and claims for breach of contract, Gulu acts for clients in obtaining extraordinary remedies such as attachment orders and Anton Piller orders in cases involving fraud.

Ray Chartier practises commercial litigation, arbitration and dispute resolution, focusing on matters involving the energy industry, major infrastructure projects and the transportation sector. He also advises a broad range of clients on indigenous law issues, and on environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks, regulation and compliance issues. Ray's clients include project proponents, financial institutions and other stakeholders. Over the years, Ray has been involved in pipeline applic...

Micah graduated with Distinction from the University of Saskatchewan College of Law in 2011. He has been practicing exclusively in the area of family law for over a decade. Earlier in Micah’s legal career, his family law practice focused on high-conflict cases involving child custody, family violence, and urgent financial matters. He joined the partnership at Soby Boyden Lenz LLP in 2021 and has had an active mediation practice since 2022. Micah’s experience with high conflict fam...

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

Sarah practices in all areas of tax law. She holds both her Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering degrees from the University of Calgary. Today, she maintains her ties with the school as a sessional instructor. Prior to entering the legal profession, Sarah worked at a major oil and gas company in Calgary. She served as a law clerk to the Honourable Justices of the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench and articled with a national firm prior to joining Felesky Flynn in 2...