Robert "Rob" Bruggeman

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...

Ken is an analytical and experienced litigator who has dedicated his career to defending clients in complex commercial and professional liability matters. He is a creative strategist and an effective communicator—qualities that make him a respected advocate in and out of the courtroom. In his commercial litigation practice, Ken has successfully participated in numerous litigation cases involving shareholder disputes, contract interpretation, medical malpractice, directors' liability, em...

Environmental law is dynamic and as an experienced environmental and regulatory lawyer, Ron Kruhlak, K.C. enjoys the challenges of handling new environmental projects with novel issues. His focus is on resource development applications and commercial disputes. He has a knowledge base that covers a broad range of environmental matters, including energy, regulatory, and construction-related projects and conflicts. On the resource side, Ron assists with current and emerging issues in sectors inc...

Cynthia moved her wrongful death and personal injury practice from the partnership of a large, national law firm in 2021, attracted by the reputation and strength of Weir Bowen’s medical negligence group. Surrounded by a team of bold litigators, and knowledgeable support staff, Cynthia has also extended her practice to historical sexual assault claims, as a member of the national Sexual Abuse Lawyers Alliance. No matter what the cause of harm, Cynthia brings a respectful and trauma-info...

Shauna practices administrative law in the areas of professional and regulatory compliance, municipal taxation and assessment, environment, and municipal law. She also practices in the area of bankruptcy and insolvency law. Shauna regularly acts for regulatory bodies, private entities, non-profit entities and public bodies. Her clients benefit from her 20 years of diverse experience. This depth of experience is complemented by a thorough and practical approach. Shauna works to understand the ...

Melissa Stappler is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Melissa practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Melissa Stappler 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 Melissa Stappler is held by other lawyers.

Kayla Thompson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Kayla practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Kayla Thompson 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 Kayla Thompson is held by other lawyers.

Darren Bieganek is a partner at Duncan Craig LLP in Edmonton, Alberta, practising in the areas of Banking and Finance Law and Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law . He advises debtors, lenders, creditors, insolvency professionals, and other stakeholders involved in complex insolvency and restructuring matters across Alberta and Western Canada. Darren acts as counsel in matters involving corporate restructurings, receiverships, bankruptcies, creditor remedies, priority disputes, sharehol...

Robyn Meara has a personal injury litigation practice. She has extensive experience assisting clients with claims relating to fatalities and serious personal injuries including brain injuries, paraplegia, and permanent disabilities. Robyn is committed to her clients and ensures they receive fair compensation. She strives to achieve top quality results for them in a timely fashion. Robyn has appeared before the Provincial Court and the Court of Queen’s Bench. She also has extensive exper...

Pierre C. Desrochers is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Leasing Law, Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. Pierre C. practices law in Edmonton, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Pierre C. Desrochers since 2023. 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 Pierre C. Desrochers is held by other lawyers.