Roderick C. Payne

In 1991, Joseph transitioned from a major Edmonton law firm to Weir Bowen, drawn by the opportunity to work with John Weir KC, a leading medical malpractice lawyer in Alberta. At Weir Bowen, Joe has developed a strong focus on Medical Malpractice with a particular emphasis on birth injury cases. Joe has committed his practice to advocating for children injured due to medical malpractice. With a wealth of experience, he has managed numerous complex cases involving brain injuries in children ca...

Trevor’s practice includes corporate, commercial and real estate law, with specialized expertise working with airports and airport authorities in the Province of Alberta in relation to leasing, licensing, tendering, governance and regulatory matters within a federally regulated industry, including the Official Languages Act, Aeronautics Act and other federal legislation.

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...

Jeremy’s practice covers a broad spectrum of tax law, including personal tax planning, corporate reorganizations, and mergers and acquisitions. Jeremy has a particular interest in designing and implementing tax effective employee stock option plans for private corporations. Jeremy graduated from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a combined LL.B/MBA degree, where he received a variety of academic awards. Prior to joining Felesky Flynn in 2007, he clerked at the Federal Court of Appe...

Practice areas Litigation Advising clients including Receivers, Trustees, creditors, debtors, banks and other financial institutions on matters of bankruptcy and insolvency law Advising clients including landlords and tenants with respect to landlord and tenant issues Enforcement of security through all methods including, but not limited to, Receiverships and Bankruptcy Advising clients with respect to corporate re-organizations through the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and Companies’ C...

Haley maintains a general civil and commercial litigation practice, focusing on construction disputes. She represents owners, contractors, and sub-contractors in cases involving contract breaches, delays and liquidated damages, and deficiency claims. She has appeared before multiple levels of Court in Alberta and is experienced in private arbitrations. Haley brings a unique perspective to her legal practice, holding her Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Finance and having worked as a Comme...

Robert J. Bothwell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Robert J., who practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

F. Albert X. Lavergne is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate and Commercial Litigation. F. Albert X., who practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which F. Albert X. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michelle practices in all areas of trust and estate law. With over 25 years of corporate and commercial experience, she provides comprehensive solutions for clients from both estate planning and succession planning perspectives. Michelle has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in Canada™ as a leading lawyer in Trusts and Estates for 2024, 2022, 2021 and 2020, and was named the 2023 Trusts and Estates ‘Lawyer of the Year’ in Edmonton. Michelle is also ranked as a featured Lea...

Getting people out of trouble and on the path to a resolution is Douglas Boyer’s primary goal. In his litigation and risk management practice, from the second he’s involved, Douglas sets his sights on solving any problem his clients are facing with the most efficient and cost-effective solution. As the lead of the Insurance and Risk Management Practice Group, Douglas has a particular focus on the construction industry and insurance defense. He represents clients, including insured...