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Shannon joined Parlee McLaws as an associate in 2003 following the completion of her articles with the firm. She has focused her practice in the area of civil litigation, with a primary emphasis on oil and gas litigation and insurance defence matters. Specifically, in the oil and gas context, Shannon has extensive experience litigating all aspects of the industry including: Lease disputes Drilling contracts Service Agreements Constructive dismissal Breach of fiduciary duties Breach of confide...

Clay Jacobson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Energy Law. Clay practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Clay Jacobson since 2025. 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 Clay Jacobson is held by other lawyers.

Erin J. Runnalls is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Health Care Law and Medical Negligence. Erin J. practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Erin J. Runnalls 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 Erin J. Runnalls is held by other lawyers.

Greg Lindsey is the Managing Partner of Linmac LLP and a trusted advisor with over 25 years of experience at the intersection of tax and estate law. Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada for Trusts and Estates, Greg is known for delivering integrated, tax-optimized strategies to high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and business owners. Greg advises on a broad range of matters, including family and private business tax planning, succession and intergenerational wealth ...

Jennifer McPherson is a corporate and commercial lawyer focusing on corporate finance and securities, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate and commercial matters. Jennifer has acted for private and public companies on a broad range of matters, including public offerings, private placements, plans of arrangement, and asset and share purchase and sale transactions. She has also advised clients on stock exchange listings, continuous disclosure matters, and corporate governance issues.

Stephen M. Torscher is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law. Stephen M. practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Stephen M. Torscher 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 Stephen M. Torscher is held by other lawyers.

Vhari’s practice focuses on commercial litigation and arbitration, with an emphasis on professional and product liability, and wills, trust, and estate litigation. She represents engineers, architects, design professionals, directors and officers in defending errors and omissions claims, often in connection with disputes related to large infrastructure and residential projects. Vhari takes a practical, efficiency-minded approach to litigation and dispute resolution. She has experience b...

Matt is a Partner at Linmac LLP with a practice focused on tax planning, private capital structuring, and succession strategies for high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and privately held businesses. As both a tax and corporate lawyer, he works closely with clients to design integrated legal solutions that support business growth, wealth preservation, and long-term transition planning- helping them navigate every stage from formation and financing to exit and succession. Clients turn t...

Erin J. Baker is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law. Erin J. practices law in Calgary, Alberta Best Lawyers has recognized Erin J. Baker 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 Erin J. Baker is held by other lawyers.

Rekha practices primarily in immigration law. She has extensive experience with temporary resident visas, express entry, federal skilled workers, Canadian experience class, Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program, family class sponsorships, refugee claims, pre-removal risk assessments, and in-Canada humanitarian and compassionate permanent residence applications. Rekha has focused much of her practice on Federal Court Judicial Review applications of various types of negative immigration-related dec...