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Thought Leadership Legal Articles, Community Initiatives, & Firm Announcements
Stay informed with the latest news from Duncan Craig LLP.
This section features thought leadership articles written by our lawyers on key legal topics, updates on our involvement in community initiatives, sponsorships, and charitable efforts in Edmonton and beyond. We also highlight upcoming events, legal seminars, and speaking engagements where our lawyers share their knowledge.
Additionally, we share firm announcements, including new hires, partner promotions, and professional achievements. Check back regularly for insights and updates from our firm.
Welcome Articling Student Roscoe Gee to DCLLP
Roscoe Gee earned his Bachelor of Commerce and Juris Doctor degrees from the University of Alberta, actively participating in academic and community endeavors. As President of the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers UAlberta,...
Welcome Articling Student Hamza Mandour to DCLLP
Hamza Mandour graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce in Business Economics and Law, with a Minor in Finance (With Distinction), from the University of Alberta. He completed his Juris Doctor at the University of Alberta, where he...
Welcome Summer Student Georgia-Rae Meldrum
We are happy to welcome our summer student, Georgia-Rae Meldrum to Duncan Craig LLP. Her enthusiasm and energy is truly appreciated. Join us in giving a warm welcome and wishing her a successful and enriching rest of the summer!
Welcome Summer Student Alborz Azizpourshoobi
We are happy to welcome our summer student, Alborz Azizpourshoobi to Duncan Craig LLP. His enthusiasm and energy is truly appreciated. Join us in giving a warm welcome and wishing him a successful and enriching rest of the...
Navigating Bare Trust Obligations
In 2023, there are new rules to be aware of regarding mandatory tax filings for most types of trusts. Bare trusts (which, despite the confusing name, are not really trusts at all), are unfortunately captured by these new filing...
John M. Hope, KC (1943-2022)
The lawyers and staff of Duncan Craig LLP lost a loved and revered colleague, mentor and friend, John M. Hope, KC, on December 28, 2022. Mr. Hope was a pillar of Duncan Craig LLP, steadfastly serving the firm and innumerable...
We are excited to announce our sponsorship for SkirtsAfire 2024!
We are excited to announce our sponsorship for SkirtsAfire 2024! At Duncan Craig LLP, we believe in the power of women's voices and the impact they have in the arts and beyond. This festival shines a spotlight on the incredible...
Duncan Craig Announces New Partner
The partners at Duncan Craig LLP are pleased to welcome Zachary Soprovich to the partnership. Zach began his career at the firm as a summer student in 2014 and started articling with the firm in 2016. He was admitted to the...