Kelly Osaka

Michael provides principled representation with the highest level of professionalism. Clients appreciate his ability to add value and deliver results. Michael has experience in labour and employment law, focusing on advising and representing employers and executives in all aspects of the employee-employer relationship. He is experienced in drafting, implementing, modifying and enforcing contracts and policies, responding to wrongful dismissals, human rights and employment standards complaints...

Marcus Archer focuses on public and private debt and equity financings, mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, reorganizations and purchases and sales of businesses and assets, acting for corporations, private equity, investment banks and creditors. He also assists clients with corporate governance, regulatory compliance, continuous disclosure and general corporate matters. Mr. Archer is a director or corporate secretary of a number of public and private corporations. Mr. Archer joined our...

Gordon “Gord” Van Vliet is a partner in the firm’s Real Estate and Business practice groups with nearly 20 years of experience helping public and private developers build and manage many large properties throughout Alberta and British Columbia. He provides strategic counsel on a broad range of complex commercial real estate transactions and structures, including commercial and residential land development, sales and acquisitions, mergers, leasing and property management, co-...

Kevin Plowman’s practice includes advising his corporate clients and their directors, officers and controlling shareholders with respect to the formation, governance and dealing with the day to day legal issues that arise. Kevin’s practice also covers all aspects of corporate finance, with an emphasis on multi-jurisdictional and cross-border financings as well as corporate finance and mid-market financing transactions. He has extensive experience in domestic and cross-border debt ...

S.B. Gavin Matthews is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Appellate Practice, Class Action Litigation, Construction Law, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Labour and Employment Law and Product Liability Law. S.B. Gavin practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized S.B. Gavin Matthews since 2011. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and l...

Ainsley Vieira is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Ainsley practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Ainsley Vieira since 2024. 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 Ainsley Vieira is held by other lawyers.

Robin Acworth is a commercial lawyer whose practice focusses on the upstream and midstream energy sectors, including LNG and renewables. Robin has extensive experience advising on energy projects and transactions in Canada and in a broad range of other jurisdictions. His experience includes advising on the sale and purchase of LNG and other commodities, transportation, construction and use of terminals, power generation facilities and other infrastructure, both onshore and offshore, including...

Craig’s practice covers a wide spectrum of indirect tax, income tax, resource tax, personal tax planning, and dispute resolution. In 2010, Craig was appointed King’s Counsel. With a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws, he has now practiced with Felesky Flynn for more than 25 years. Craig skillfully guides clients toward practical and impactful solutions. He brings a strong grasp of law, economics and relationships, allowing him to identify the best and most practical tax out...

Geoff Poelman practises in the litigation group with a focus on complex commercial litigation within the energy industry, construction law, and insurance defence. He has been involved in matters at all levels of court in Alberta, having experience with proceedings including contractual disputes, statutory interpretation and negligence. Geoff has successfully managed multi-party actions with complex procedural issues, often participating in a variety of alternative dispute resolution processes...

Sandra's international experience, multi-lingual fluency, and nuanced understanding of dispute resolution uniquely inform her approach to family law. Trained and experienced in negotiation and mediation, Sandra believes in resolving family law disputes in a solution-focused, efficient, and non-adversarial manner. Where necessary, Sandra engages in targeted litigation and has argued successfully in the Provincial Court of Alberta, the Court of Queen's Bench, and the Court of Appeal. Sandra art...