FAMILY LAW CALGARY
“Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP is a boutique Family Law firm in Calgary committed to supporting families through life’s most challenging moments. As leaders in the field and highly-regarded members of the Alberta legal community, our team of experienced lawyers are strong advocates, and provide tailored, client-focused solutions.”
Nigel Montoute
Partner at Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP
OUR LEGAL SERVICES
Divorce, Estate, and Family Lawyers in Calgary
Experienced Legal Advisors | Individualized Legal Solutions
Family and estate legal matters can arise during the most challenging times in your life. At Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP, our team of innovative and resourceful Calgary family lawyers is here to provide efficient, effective, and fair solutions for your family law and estate needs when you need them most. We are focused on fair and practical results: often, these can be achieved without the time and expense of litigation in court. Nonetheless, we are committed to exploring the full range of legal processes that may benefit you.
If you would like to learn more about possible solutions to your legal challenges, please contact our law firm in Calgary for more information. You may also call us directly at 403-233-9300.
- AR“After experiencing different lawyers and mediators, I was extremely happy with Gary Kirk as my mediator! He was calm, fair, compassionate and had great mediation skills to maneuver through a difficult divorce. It was a relief to finally have closure to my lengthy divorce! I highly recommend Gary Kirk as a mediator and lawyer! Thanks Gary for your expertise!”
- FH“Wanda Dawson is an absolute credit to her profession. As my lawyer, she was exceptionally competent in helping me efficiently & effectively navigate through the divorce process. She's also quite compassionate & understanding.
Jennifer Clements, Paralegal, is very customer service driven and consistently goes above & beyond to ensure satisfaction.”
- TS“I have dealt with both Nigel and Michael on family and divorce law matters and would recommend this firm. Both lawyers were incredibly responsive with their phone calls and emails returned in a timely matter. Michael was always working to keep my costs as low as possible, and made many reasonable suggestions with this in mind.”
- ML“Amazing experience at this firm, given the worst period of my life in a litigious battle that should have been resolved months prior to the dedicated counsel of both Aicha Kouyaté and her mentor/partner, Nigel Montoute and their guidance to ensure a reasonable resolution.”
Family Law
Protecting Alberta Families
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Finding Consensus and a Path to Settlement
Wills & Estates
Effective Estate Planning and Administration
OUR TEAM
Meet Our Calgary Lawyers
Gary has been practicing as a lawyer for more than 25 years and is the managing partner of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP. Gary also has extensive training as a Mediator and has participated in numerous Mediation, Arbitration and Judicial Dispute Resolution hearings.
Nigel established his first law firm in 1997 and has been practicing law for 25 years. He has appeared before all levels of Court throughout Alberta, and is familiar with all forums of Alternative Dispute Resolution. He is committed to maximizing client recovery, minimizing client exposure and realizing optimal outcomes.
Wanda has been practicing as a lawyer for more than 20 years and is a partner of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP. Wanda also has extensive training as a Mediator, Arbitrator, and Parenting Coordinator. Wanda has participated in numerous Mediation, Arbitration and Judicial Dispute Resolution hearings.
Stacey has practiced exclusively in the area of family law since her call to the Bar in 2014, and between 2010 and 2014 she worked and/or volunteered with Family Justice Services (now Resolution Services) at the Calgary Courts Centre as a judicial clerk/intake worker assisting individuals with Family Law matters.
Sarah believes that her role is to empower her clients with the information, guidance and advice they need to help them settle their family law issues. Sarah encourages clients to consider and use alternative dispute options such as mediation or arbitration, whenever possible. However, Sarah will represent clients in Court when appropriate and necessary.
Michael joined Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP as an associate in August 2019. Michael graduated from the Faculty of Law at the University of Calgary in 2016. During his time at the University of Calgary, he volunteered for the Innocence Project.
WHY WORK WITH US
Why Trust Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP With Your Family Law Matters
Extensive Experience Serving Calgary Families
Knowledgeable Family Lawyers
Responsive and Sensitive to Your Needs
We aim to proactively address your concerns and ensure that you feel supported throughout the legal process. We maintain open and transparent communication and provide timely updates to keep you informed at every stage.
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Call us toll-free at 877-563-5295. If you’re in Calgary, call 403-233-9300 or contact us online to book an appointment with one of our Calgary lawyers.