Robert R. "Bob" Blakely, K.C.

Jarin Myskiw is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Insurance Law. Jarin practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Jarin Myskiw since 2027. 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 Jarin Myskiw is held by other lawyers.

Gary is a commercial solicitor, whose practice includes commercial lending and commercial real estate. After earning his B.A. in Political Science (1973) and his LL.B. (1976) at the University of Alberta, Gary was admitted to the Alberta bar in 1977. Away from the office, Gary is actively involved in numerous charitable, community and political organizations in capacities as fundraiser, organizer and lecturer.

Jerry has been practicing in the areas of security enforcement and insolvency since his call to the bar in 1984. He has extensive experience representing corporate litigants at all Alberta Court levels. The majority of Jerry’s clients are institutional lenders, receivers, and trustees in bankruptcy, whom he represents in connection with the enforcement of security instruments and recovery of indebtedness. He acts on behalf of debtors, creditors (secured and unsecured), receivers, and mo...

Gillian is a civil litigator focused on personal injury law, professional regulation and discipline matters, insurance law (with a special interest in disability insurance claims), and Workers' Compensation Board claims. After obtaining her B.Comm. (1989) at the University of Calgary and her LL.B. (1992) at the University of Alberta, she was admitted to the Alberta bar in 1993. A past chair of the Canadian Bar Association Alberta Law Conference, Gillian is also a member of the Canadian Bar As...

Delbert Lewis is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Delbert practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Delbert Lewis since 2026. 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 Delbert Lewis is held by other lawyers.

Practice areas Administrative Law Counseling on matters of business and governmental concerns Representation of individuals, firms, and governmental organizations in matters of land use planning and development Advising on governmental procedures Counseling individuals and firms in the securities industry Business Law Advising business clients on operational and strategic issues and corporate governance Handling commercial transactions including the acquisition, development, sale and leasing ...

esia works at the intersection of science, business and intellectual property, helping clients protect the ideas and innovations behind their businesses. Her practice focuses on patents, trademarks and copyright, with a particular appreciation for the technical and commercial considerations that shape an effective IP strategy. Before becoming a lawyer, Tesia studied chemistry at the University of Alberta, complementing her science degree with a minor in business. That combination gives her a ...

Andrew C. Paterson is a top litigator recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Andrew works with individuals, insurers, businesses, municipalities and other organizations to resolve complex and often unconventional disputes. His practice includes bodily injury, property damage, subrogation, employment, contractual disputes and professional misconduct. He particularly enjoys matters that don’t fit neatly into a box. When the usual approac...

Diane C. Ferrante is the Managing Partner of Duncan Craig LLP and a member of the firm’s litigation group, with a focus on family law and insurance and risk management. She began her legal career at Duncan Craig LLP as a summer student, completed her articles with the firm, and was admitted to the Alberta Bar in September 2008. Diane became a partner in January 2015. In her family law practice, Diane has been involved in matters through mediation (as counsel and mediator), collaborative...

A senior partner with McLennan Ross, Graham has assisted clients to resolve all types of civil claims. Graham has focused on commercial litigation, including class action proceedings, professional liability claims against accountants and construction litigation. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Graham conducts cases in Edmonton, Calgary, British Columbia and Ontario. Graham has appeared before all levels of Court in Alberta, the B.C. Supreme Court, the Ontario Court of Justice, the Northwest Terri...