Michael A. E. Greene, K.C.

Gavin received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology (Zoology) from the University of Calgary. He then attended the Faculty of Law at the University of Calgary, graduating in 2001. Upon graduation, Gavin clerked at the Court of Appeal and the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta. Following his clerkship, Gavin completed his articles at the Calgary offices of a large national law firm, practicing in securities and regulatory matters. He was called to the Alberta Bar in 2002. Gavin joine...

Justin Ferrara’s main practice is in securities law, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance. Mr. Ferrara has represented a number of both publicly traded and privately held clients in a broad range of matters, including mergers and acquisitions, public and private equity financings, corporate reorganizations and corporate governance issues. Mr. Ferrara has also advised special committees regarding numerous types of strategic and related-party transactions.

Shannon Hayes, KC, practices commercial litigation and arbitration and is the Leader of the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group in the firm’s Calgary office. She has been practicing for more than 20 years in dispute resolution and has a broad range of experience on commercial and business dispute matters, working with companies in a wide range of industries, including energy, power, real estate, and technology. Shannon has appeared as counsel before all levels of court in Alberta ...

Eleanor is a partner at Carbert Waite and chair of the Trusts and Estates group. She is a recognized wills and estates lawyer who takes a forward-thinking approach to the practice of estate law. From personal estate planning to navigating high-conflict estate disputes, Eleanor is committed to empowering her clients during the legal process. Eleanor has obtained the Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation by STEP Canada, which demonstrates her advanced understanding of the trust and es...

Rick Breen is a highly-experienced lawyer assisting his clients with practical advice on structuring their corporate and personal matters. He has worked with owner managers to establish, grow and ultimately transition businesses for over 20 years. Additionally, Rick’s experience with personal planning allows him to ensure the personal affairs of his clients are in order. Rick provides pragmatic advice and counsel in acting for owner managers and their families to address risk and planni...

Darren J. Taylor is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Leasing Law and Real Estate Law. Darren J., who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Darren J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Philip W. Nykyforuk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Health Care Law, Insurance Law, Medical Negligence and Personal Injury Litigation. Philip W., who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philip W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Robyn Gurofsky is the Co-Leader of the Firm’s Insolvency and Restructuring Group. Her practice focuses on insolvency and restructuring, banking and oil and gas related litigation and general commercial litigation. She advises companies, boards of directors, shareholders, creditors and accounting professionals with respect to all aspects of restructuring and insolvency proceedings, whether informal or formal proceedings, both within Canada and on a cross-border basis. Robyn also acts for...

Damon Bailey, K.C. is a respected labour lawyer, known for his good judgment and straightforward, decisive approach. He has the ability to examine details and tie them together into a strategic plan to help employers successfully navigate the complexities of labour law. With a particular talent for arbitrations, Damon gets straight to the point with clear direction and concise advice. Clients want him in their corner because he’s a strong leader in negotiations who doesn’t equivoc...

Doak Horne is a partner in Gowlings’ Calgary office, practising in the area of intellectual property litigation and patent prosecution for over 25 years. Doak is a Registered Patent and Trademark Agent in Canada and the United States, as well as a registered professional engineer. He has been involved in preparation, filing, and prosecution of patents, trade-marks, and industrial designs before the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, and been extensively involved in licensing matters...