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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 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 summer!
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 requirements. What is a bare trust? It...
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 clients since 1968 when he was called to...
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 talent and stories that women bring to...
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 Alberta Bar in 2017. Zach has a financial...
Congratulations New Associate Karyna Omelchenko!
The partners at Duncan Craig LLP are happy to announce that Karyna Omelchenko has been called to the Alberta Bar and has now joined the firm as an associate. Karyna’s area of practice is within our Financial Services and Banking practice group. Please join us in...
Welcome Associate Lawyer David Adie
Duncan Craig LLP is pleased to welcome associate lawyer David Adie to the firm. David’s area of practice is within our Construction practice group.