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Carey Leishman

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Contact Carey Leishman

Email: leishman@bdlfamilylaw.com

Direct telephone: (403) 767-2003

Legal Assistant: Zuzana Barrett

Email: barrett@bdlfamilylaw.com

Direct telephone: (403) 253-4827

carey IS AN AWARD-WINNING LAWYER

Carey Leishman

Partner, Family Law Lawyer, Mediator

Carey was told by many that ‘she should be a lawyer when she grew up’. So, she did just that. Carey was raised in Calgary, Alberta taking both her Bachelor of Arts Degree, and later her Bachelor of Laws Degree at the University of Calgary. After obtaining her Law Degree in 2010, Carey articled at a mid-size firm. Shortly thereafter Carey worked with Pam Bell as a young associate. It was there she discovered her love of family law. Carey’s love of family law is grounded in her belief that while separation and divorce is hard, it is possible to move through the process in a way that is respectful and positions the family to be successful going forward.

Her common sense, straight forward approach allows her clients to understand their rights, the process, and their options in order to make the best possible decisions for themselves and their family. She is a tough advocate when necessary, but believes clients are best served when they are in control of the outcome. She is an adept advocate in all processes, including mediation, arbitration and Court in instances where a tough advocate is required.

Carey also offers flat rate fees for certain steps in the process. Carey has been actively involved with various organizations, speaking on a variety of legal topics, including:

  • Presenter for Calgary Legal Guidance on Executor’s Duties and Responsibilities;
  • Presenter at SAIT DAY, on Estate Planning and Incapacity;
  • Presenter at various Royal Bank Branches on the new Wills and Succession Act;
  • Presenter to Institute of Advanced Financial Planners on the new Wills and Succession Act;
  • Presenter on Estate Planning at the Alberta Teachers’ Association seminar;
  • Sessional Lecturer on Estate Planning and Administration, Chinook Learning Services, Continuing Education, 2011-2012;
  • LESA Advanced Child Support Panelist – February 2016; and
  • Calgary Immigrant Woman’s Association Volunteer providing pro-bono legal advice.

Carey is the proud Mom of two large fur children, Koda (a 75lbs Husky lab cross) and Stewie (a 95lb German Shepherd Malamute cross) and thus spends an inordinate amount of time vacuuming when she’s home. She is an average hiker, avid wine drinker and loves travelling with her Husband.

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Enrique Dubon-Roberts

Partner, Family Law Lawyer, Mediator

“Enrique had my back when no one else did. He broke the law down for me and explained what was happening. I am now ready to move on and I am so glad I hired him. He’s a nice guy that knows when to push back. Highly recommended.”

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Pam L. Bell

Affiliated Lawyer*, Family Law Lawyer, Mediator, Arbitrator

“Excellent lawyer! She took over this case after a maternity leave of our original lawyer, and got up to speed quickly and delivered better than expected results with the outcome. She is extremely professional, does not mince words and got the job done.”

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Sierra Yanush

Associate, Family Law Lawyer, Mediator, Arbitrator

“I would highly recommend and have recommended Sierra to anyone who needs a family/divorce lawyer. She was great to work with, took time to listen to me and what I wanted, and held the other party accountable for their side of the process.”

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Samantha Allan

Associate, Family Law Lawyer

“Samantha was a fierce advocate when I needed someone in my corner. She would always ensure I understood my options, and the pros and cons of each decision. She provided me with smart common sense advice. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a divorce lawyer.”

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Spencer Mcqueen

Associate, Family Law Lawyer

“Spencer did a great job representing me. He was clear when giving me advice. He calmed me down when opposing counsel would send threatening emails. He responded to my concerns in an extremely fast manner.I feel he went up against a pit bull and he always held his ground. ’m glad I went with your firm.”

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Melissa Abusow

Associate, Family Law Lawyer

“Melissa was absolutely wonderful. She was able to emerge herself into such a complex case with so much information to go through, and very little time to do it. I felt like I not only had a lawyer, but a friend beside me rooting me on all the way. She was fantastic and I highly recommend her.”