Leah Baxter

Leah practices exclusively in the area of family law and brings a thoughtful, client‑focused approach to helping individuals and families resolve complex and emotionally charged disputes. Prior to joining Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP, Leah practiced family law at a mid‑sized firm in Ontario, where she assisted clients through both alternative dispute resolution and litigation.

Leah is passionate about helping clients resolve their family law matters in a fair, efficient, and cost‑effective manner. She strongly believes in a child‑centred approach and regularly encourages clients to explore alternative dispute resolution options, recognizing that mediation and negotiation can often reduce conflict and lead to better outcomes. When court involvement is necessary, Leah is a capable and principled advocate who ensures her clients’ interests are clearly and effectively presented.

Leah earned both Canadian and American law degrees from the University of Windsor Faculty of Law and the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in 2021. During law school, she gained valuable practical experience working with a child protection lawyer in Michigan and later assisting clients at a Detroit‑based legal aid clinic focused on family law. These experiences reinforced her commitment to family law and access to justice.

Following graduation, Leah articled with a national charitable organization, working on public interest intervention files before entering private practice. Her cross‑border legal education and early exposure to diverse family law matters have shaped her collaborative, compassionate, and detail‑oriented approach to representation.

• Law Society of Alberta
• Canadian Bar Association
  • Family Law Section
  • Wills, Estates & Trusts Section
• Calgary Bar Association
• Christian Legal Fellowship