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  • Brett M. Carlson Joins Davidson Fraese Calgary

    Brett M. Carlson Joins Davidson Fraese Calgary

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    updated: Oct 7, 2017


    CALGARY, Alberta, October 7, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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     Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers is pleased to announce that Brett M. Carlson has joined the firm’s Calgary, AB office. Brett had previously practiced family law with the largest law firm in Lethbridge, Alberta. His experience in the courtroom and his strong advocacy background in the international human rights area add to the firm’s top Calgary family law practice.

    A Lethbridge native, Brett graduated from the University of Lethbridge in 2013 with a Bachelor of Arts and Science in History and Psychology. He then relocated to Atlantic Canada and completed his Juris Doctor (J.D.) at the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University in Halifax, N.S. Brett completed his articles with a full-service regional firm in Lethbridge and was called to the bar as a member of the Law Society of Alberta in 2017 before joining Davidson Fraese.

    Brett has an extensive work and research background. He has been published in the areas of International and Domestic Human Rights Law, has presented in the areas of espionage and war, and has worked internationally with the Government of Mongolia developing domestic laws related to trade arbitration, family property succession, and hate crimes. While in law school, he competed in the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot where he placed second nationally in written advocacy.

    In his spare time, you will find Brett exploring the mountains, travelling, on the golf course, or reading in his favourite cafes downtown. Brett is also an avid hockey fan and curler, so you may find him on the ice during the winter.

    About Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers 

    Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers is boutique family law firm with both family and divorce lawyers with focused experience in divorce, property, parenting and support claims. For more information, visit www.DavidsonFraese.ca.

    Inquiries may be addressed as follows:

    Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers
    Suite 1450, 421 7 Ave SW
    Calgary, AB T2P 4K9
    Phone: (403) 460-1230
    Email: info@davidsonfraese.ca

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  • Western Canada’s Leading Family Law Firm Has a New Name

    Western Canada’s Leading Family Law Firm Has a New Name

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    updated: Oct 6, 2017


    Vancouver, BC, July 23, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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    Western Canada’s leading family law firm, with offices in Calgary and Vancouver, has a new name. McGurk Fraese Family Lawyers is now Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers, and partner Heather McGurk is now Heather Davidson.

    Davidson, co-founder of the firm, has practiced family law exclusively for more than 17 years. She has represented hundreds of clients in their divorce and family law disputes, including numerous high net-worth divorces. She also advises clients on pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, particularly where large estates or high incomes involved. Davidson’s knowledge combined with her exclusive family law experience enables her to approach family law matters, especially complex matrimonial property issues, with skill and practical insight.

    We’re the same firm, with a new name, and a fresh approach to the client-focused practice of family law. This rebrand is an opportunity to refocus on our core mission: helping families avoid conflict and resolve disputes.

    Heather Davidson, Partner

    Co-founder and partner Fraese has represented clients at all levels of court including the Court of Appeal. She has a focus on cases involving complex matrimonial property issues and support claims as well as on resolving disputes on the practical basis that has helped Davidson Fraese become Western Canada’s fastest growing family and divorce law firm. Fraese is committed to helping clients navigate divorce and separation to make a new beginning, and has also helped many families grow through adoption, including both step-parent and third party adoptions.

    In addition to their legal work, Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers has developed popular free online tools including a child support calculator and spousal support calculator used by more than 100,000 Canadians every year. The partners intend to continue to invest in online solutions to assist clients in resolving their disputes as efficiently and amicably as possible.

    Both the Calgary and Vancouver offices are located downtown. The Davidson Fraese Vancouver office is situated in the Guinness Tower, of the Oxford Place office complex in the heart of downtown Vancouver. The Calgary office is located in TD Canada Trust Tower, part of The Core complex in the centre of downtown Calgary. 

    About Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers

    Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers is boutique family law firm with both family and divorce lawyers with focused experience in divorce, property, parenting and support claims. For more information, visit DavidsonFraese.ca/Vancouver-Divorce-Lawyers.

    Inquiries may be addressed as follows:

    Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers
    Suite 1825, 1055 West Hastings Street
    Vancouver, BC V6C 0B2
    Phone: (604) 670-5626
    Email: info@davidsonfraese.ca

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  • Nathan L. Mills Joins Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers Vancouver

    Nathan L. Mills Joins Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers Vancouver

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    updated: Aug 21, 2017


    Vancouver, BC, June 25, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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    ​Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers is pleased to announce that Nathanael (Nathan) L. Mills has joined the firm’s Vancouver, BC office. Nathan had previously practiced family law with another boutique family law firm. His experience and passion for family law will strengthen the firm’s growing presence in British Columbia.

    Nathan completed his undergraduate degree in political science (with distinction) at the University of Victoria. His legal studies were completed at BPP University Law School in London, England and at the University of Edinburgh, where he received a masters in law. Nathan was called to the British Columbia Bar in 2016.

    Nathan is passionate about understanding and telling your story. Where there are children of the marriage he is always mindful that the heart of every solution in family law puts the interests of those children first. He encourages and facilitates negotiation to settle issues but will effectively litigate for you when necessary.

    When not in the office, Nathan and his fiancé enjoy travelling and exploring the mountains around Vancouver with their dogs.

    Nathan joins Heather Fraese and Heather Davidson in the Vancouver office. The firm intends to continue to expand its Vancouver presence to serve a growing clientele in the lower mainland.

    About Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers 

    Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers is boutique family law firm with both family and divorce lawyers with focused experience in divorce, property, parenting and support claims. For more information, visit DavidsonFraese.ca/Vancouver-Divorce-Lawyers.

    Inquiries may be addressed as follows:

    Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers
    Suite 1825, 1055 West Hastings Street
    Vancouver, BC V6C 0B2
    Phone: (604) 670-5626
    Email: info@davidsonfraese.ca

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  • Calgary Family Lawyers Call for More Judges

    Calgary Family Lawyers Call for More Judges

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    Alberta’s Judge Shortage Continues as Family Lawyers Wait for Federal Government to Act

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    updated: Oct 6, 2017


    Calgary, Alberta, November 14, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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    Alberta’s family lawyers continue to wait for the Federal government to appoint new judges, while crisis-level delays erode access to justice.

    Heather Fraese, a family lawyer practicing in Calgary, summarized the crisis as follows: “if you had separated a year ago and were ready to go to trial today, you should expect to wait 6 months for a simple divorce trial, and up to 26 months if the issues are complex. If you cannot wait, a private mediation or arbitration is your only option.”

    If you had separated a year ago and were ready to go to trial today, you should expect to wait 6 months for a simple divorce trial, and up to 26 months if the issues are complex. If you cannot wait, a private mediation or arbitration is your only option.

    Heather D. Fraese, Family Lawyer

    Alberta has the fewest judges per capita in Canada. While the province’s population has grown dramatically, the number of judges has not. In addition, judges have not been replaced as they have retired, resulting in a number of vacant positions. The problem is particularly acute in the major cities of Calgary and Edmonton, where court resources have fallen far behind rapid population growth.

    The Province of Alberta has recognized the issue and on October 20, 2016, announced the creation of 10 new positions for the Court of Queen’s Bench. However, the Federal Government has not yet acted to fill these positions or a number of existing vacancies at the Court. Taking the new positions into account, there are now 15 vacant positions, nearly a quarter of the total number of positions.

    The judge shortage has caused systemic delays at every stage of the divorce process, leaving individuals and families with no recourse in the public court system. At the same time, there has been a boom in private mediations and arbitrations. For those who can afford (and agree on) these solutions, justice is available, but at a price.

    Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers joins the Canadian Bar Association and the judges of the Court of Queen’s Bench in calling on the federal government to appoint a further 15 judges to the Court of Queen’s Bench to file existing vacancies and new positions.

    About Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers 

    Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers is boutique family law firm. The firm’s family and divorce lawyers have focused experience in divorce, property, parenting and support claims. For more information, visit DavidsonFraese.ca.

    Inquiries may be addressed as follows:

    Davidson Fraese Family Lawyers
    Suite 1450, 421 7 Ave SW
    Calgary, AB T2P 4K9
    Phone: (403) 460-1230
    Email: info@davidsonfraese.ca

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