Sylvie J.M. Welsh

Jack maintains a broad commercial litigation practice with a focus on insolvency and restructuring, debtor-creditor remedies, real estate, banking, fraud, and energy-related matters. He advises companies, directors, shareholders, lenders, and accounting professionals on all aspects of insolvency and restructuring proceedings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act , both in Canada and in cross-border contexts. Jack also has significant experi...

Brian Kearl is a Partner in Linmac’s Tax Group in Calgary. Prior to joining Linmac, he was a partner at an International law firm. Brian advises on complex tax matters with a particular focus on high net worth individuals, private companies, mergers and acquisitions, private equity fund formations and transactions, corporate reorganizations, cross-border investments and financings, and Indigenous business development. Brian works with business owners, private equity sponsors, financial ...

Megan L. McMahon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Health Care Law, Insurance Law and Medical Negligence. Megan L., 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 Megan L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Aaron has a diverse practice with a focus on Wills, Trusts, and Estates. He has extensive experience in estate planning, administration, and dispute resolution. His practice also includes business law and real estate law. Aaron is a recognized thought leader in the application of The Surrogate Rules and complicated court applications, which helps him generate positive, timely results for his clients. He shares his knowledge with colleagues and the public through teaching and speaking roles. C...

Katharine Zhang is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Katharine, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Katharine is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

John Cassell is the Canadian co-head of our cybersecurity and data privacy practice. John assists clients with all manner of privacy and cybersecurity law issues including: responding to complex local and international cybersecurity incidents, advising on risk management strategies, assisting clients with access to information requests, complying with Canada's anti-spam legislation and proceedings before the offices of the Alberta and federal privacy commissioners.

Colleen Abel is a corporate and commercial lawyer in our Calgary office, with a practice that primarily focuses on energy and natural resources. In addition to her energy practice, Colleen also has broad experience in providing general advice and assistance to clients across a variety of industries, including financial, consumer goods and technology, and provides support to clients and our team in relation to M&A employment matters. She has extensive experience in interpreting, preparing ...

Arif is a commercial litigator based in Calgary. He has appeared at all levels of court in both Alberta and Saskatchewan, as well as at the Supreme Court of Canada. Arif has experience in international arbitration and before administrative boards, including the Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada. Arif has represented large multinational corporations, product manufacturers, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, national sports organizations, franchisees and franchisors, general contract...

Craig’s practice covers a wide spectrum of indirect tax, income tax, resource tax, personal tax planning, and dispute resolution. In 2010, Craig was appointed King’s Counsel. With a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws, he has now practiced with Felesky Flynn for more than 25 years. Craig skillfully guides clients toward practical and impactful solutions. He brings a strong grasp of law, economics and relationships, allowing him to identify the best and most practical tax out...

Justin Burt is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Justin, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Justin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.