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Business Lawyers in Alberta

LawDB lists 24 business law firms in Alberta, with an average Google rating of 4.0 across 694 reviews. 6 of them have a rating of 4.5 or higher. The highest-rated is McCarthy Tétrault LLP (4.6 stars from 12 reviews).

24firms listed

4.0average rating

694Google reviews

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Business law firms in Alberta

Firm	Rating	Reviews	Address	Phone
Torys LLP	5.0	2	525 8 Ave SW, 46th Floor, Eighth Avenue Place East, Calgary, AB T2P 1G1	(403) 776-3700
McCarthy Tétrault LLP	4.6	12	421 7 Ave SW Suite 4000, Calgary, AB T2P 4K9	(403) 260-3500
Parlee McLaws LLP	4.5	22	1700 Enbridge Centre, 10175 101 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0H3	(780) 423-8500
Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP	4.5	13	400 3 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4H2	(403) 267-8222
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP	4.5	8	Suite 2700, Brookfield Place, 225 6 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1N2	(403) 260-7000
Stikeman Elliott LLP	4.5	4	4200 Bankers Hall West, 888 3 St SW, Calgary, AB T2P 5C5	(403) 266-9000
Walsh LLP	4.2	129	2800, 801 6 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4A3	(403) 267-8400
Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP	4.2	33	2400, 525 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1G1	(403) 260-0100
Bennett Jones LLP	4.2	26	4500 Bankers Hall East, 855 2 Street SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4J8	(403) 298-3100
Bryan & Company LLP	4.1	25	2900 Manulife Place, 10180 101 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 3V5	(780) 423-5730
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP	4.1	21	Centennial Place, East Tower, 520 3 Ave SW Suite 1900, Calgary, AB T2P 0R3	(403) 232-9500
Dentons Canada LLP	4.0	22	850 2 St SW, 15th Floor, Bankers Court, Calgary, AB T2P 0R8	(403) 268-7000
MLT Aikins LLP	4.0	15	2100 Livingston Place, 222 3 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0B4	(403) 693-4300
Field Law	3.9	60	2500, 10175 101 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0H3	(780) 423-3003
Witten LLP	3.9	54	2500 Canadian Western Bank Place, 10303 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 3N6	(780) 428-0501
Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP	3.9	8	855 2 St SW Suite 3500, Calgary, AB T2P 4J8	(403) 260-9600
McLennan Ross LLP	3.8	51	600 McLennan Ross Building, 12220 Stony Plain Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5N 3Y4	(780) 482-9200
Duncan Craig LLP	3.8	47	2800 Scotia Place, 10060 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 3V9	(780) 428-6036
Reynolds Mirth Richards & Farmer LLP	3.7	34	1800 Stantec Tower, 10220 103 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0K4	(780) 425-9510
Brownlee LLP	3.7	33	2200 Commerce Place, 10155 102 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 4G8	(780) 497-4800
Miller Thomson LLP	3.6	18	525 8 Ave SW, 43rd Floor, Eighth Avenue Place East, Calgary, AB T2P 1G1	(403) 298-2400
Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP	3.5	28	1600, 421 7 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4K9	(403) 298-1000
Bishop & McKenzie LLP	3.3	14	605 5 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3H5	(403) 237-5550
Fasken	2.9	15	First Canadian Centre, 350 7 Ave SW Suite 3400, Calgary, AB T2P 3N9	(403) 261-5350

What business lawyers in Alberta help with

Business lawyers help with incorporation, shareholder and partnership agreements, commercial contracts, financing, and buying or selling a business. Larger firms also act on mergers and acquisitions.

Incorporating a company and setting up share structure
Drafting shareholder or partnership agreements
Reviewing commercial contracts and leases
Buying or selling a business or its assets
Raising money from investors or lenders
Resolving a dispute with a partner, supplier or customer

Business law in Alberta: what to know

A company can be incorporated provincially or federally, and which route is better depends on where you operate and your plans.

How to choose a business lawyer in Alberta

Confirm the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta.
Ask how much of their practice is business, and how recent their experience is with cases like yours.
Compare the Google rating together with the number of reviews, not the rating alone.
Read recent reviews for comments on communication and responsiveness.
Ask for the fee structure in writing before you sign, including what is billed separately.
Meet with more than one firm if the matter is large, and trust the one that explains your options clearly.

Questions to ask at your first consultation

Do you regularly work with businesses of my size and industry?
Is the work quoted as a flat fee or hourly?
Should I incorporate provincially or federally?
How do you protect my interests in a shareholder agreement?
Can you coordinate with my accountant?
What would you flag as the biggest risk in this deal?

What to bring

A short description of the business or deal
Existing contracts, leases or corporate records
Names and ownership split of the owners
Your accountant's contact details
Any draft agreement the other side has sent

How the process usually works

You explain the goal and the key people involved.
The lawyer proposes a structure and gives you a fee estimate.
Documents are drafted, negotiated and revised.
You sign and the lawyer files any required registrations.
The firm stores the corporate records or hands them to you.

Costs and fees

Incorporation is commonly a flat fee. Deals and negotiations are usually hourly or capped, so ask for an estimate with the main assumptions. Ask about disbursements (third-party costs), taxes, and what happens if your matter changes in scope. Many firms offer a first consultation, but confirm whether it is free.

Firm snapshots

Torys LLP is rated at 5.0 stars, based on 2 Google reviews. The office is at 525 8 Ave SW, 46th Floor, Eighth Avenue Place East, Calgary, AB T2P 1G1. Listed focus areas: Energy, Corporate/M&A.

McCarthy Tétrault LLP has a strong rating at 4.6 stars, based on 12 Google reviews. The office is at 421 7 Ave SW Suite 4000, Calgary, AB T2P 4K9. Listed focus areas: Energy, Regulatory.

Parlee McLaws LLP has a strong rating at 4.5 stars, based on 22 Google reviews. The office is at 1700 Enbridge Centre, 10175 101 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0H3. Listed focus areas: Corporate, Litigation.

Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP has a strong rating at 4.5 stars, based on 13 Google reviews. The office is at 400 3 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4H2. Listed focus areas: Energy, Mining.

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is rated at 4.5 stars, based on 8 Google reviews. The office is at Suite 2700, Brookfield Place, 225 6 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1N2. Listed focus areas: Energy, Corporate/M&A.

Stikeman Elliott LLP is rated at 4.5 stars, based on 4 Google reviews. The office is at 4200 Bankers Hall West, 888 3 St SW, Calgary, AB T2P 5C5. Listed focus areas: Energy, Corporate/M&A.

Walsh LLP is rated at 4.2 stars, based on 129 Google reviews. The office is at 2800, 801 6 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4A3. Listed focus areas: Family, Real Estate.

Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP is rated at 4.2 stars, based on 33 Google reviews. The office is at 2400, 525 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1G1. Listed focus areas: Energy, Litigation.

Frequently asked questions

How do I choose a business lawyer in Alberta?

Check that the lawyer is licensed with the Law Society of Alberta, ask how much of their practice is business, compare Google ratings and review counts, and get the fee structure in writing. Incorporation is commonly a flat fee. Deals and negotiations are usually hourly or capped, so ask for an estimate with the main assumptions.

How many business firms does LawDB list in Alberta?

LawDB currently lists 24 business firms in Alberta, out of 26 law firms in the province across all practice areas. The average Google rating of these firms is 4.0.

Does being a Featured firm mean a higher rating?

No. Ratings are taken from each firm's public Google listing and cannot be bought. Featured firms are partner placements shown at the top of the list, so look at the rating and reviews alongside the badge.

How can I check that a lawyer in Alberta is licensed?

Lawyers in Alberta are regulated by the Law Society of Alberta, which keeps a public directory you can search by name.

How much does a business lawyer cost in Alberta?

Incorporation is commonly a flat fee. Deals and negotiations are usually hourly or capped, so ask for an estimate with the main assumptions. Fees vary by firm and by the complexity of your matter, so ask for an estimate in writing.

What should I bring to a first meeting with a business lawyer?

Bring: A short description of the business or deal; Existing contracts, leases or corporate records; Names and ownership split of the owners; Your accountant's contact details; Any draft agreement the other side has sent.

How long do I have to act on a business matter in Alberta?

Alberta's Limitations Act sets a basic two-year limitation period for most claims, with exceptions. Because these deadlines can be short, it is safest to speak to a lawyer as soon as possible.

Can I find a business lawyer near me in Alberta?

Yes. Each firm above shows its address and phone number, and the map on the Alberta page shows where firms are located. You can also use the search box on LawDB to filter by case type and location.

Other practice areas in Alberta

Real Estate 9 Wills & Estates 7 Litigation 25 Family 3 Employment 14

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Last reviewed 2026-10. Ratings and review counts come from each firm's public Google business listing and are shown unedited, as a snapshot at the time the page was generated. Featured firms are LawDB partner placements shown above the other listings in their area; Featured status does not change a firm's rating. LawDB is a directory, not a law firm. The general information on this page is not legal advice, and laws and deadlines change, so speak to a licensed lawyer about your situation.