Headquarters:

Edmonton, AB

Year founded:

2000

Number of employees:

14 partners, 22 lawyers, 100+ employees

Phone:

780 424 2030

Email:

info@hshlawyers.com

Website:

www.weirbowen.com

LinkedIn:

linkedin.com/company/weir-bowen-llp

“We take time to understand each client’s story and develop legal strategies tailored to their needs and goals. Our reputation is built on exceptional advocacy, trust within the legal community, and a commitment to meaningful outcomes”

Renée Vinett, Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP

WEIR BOWEN LLP

Elizabeth M. MacInnis, KC

Partner

Joseph V. Miller, KC

Partner

David N. de Vere

Partner

Leadership

Elizabeth MacInnis focuses her practice on litigation, including personal injury, wrongful death, insurance defence, and estate matters. She takes the time to understand her clients’ needs and ensures they are informed and supported throughout the legal process. With extensive experience before Alberta courts, MacInnis is skilled in negotiation, mediation, and dispute resolution, and is often referred complex cases by other lawyers. As a trauma-informed lawyer, she approaches sensitive matters with care and thoughtful advocacy.

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Elizabeth M. MacInnis, KC

Joseph Miller focuses his practice on medical malpractice, with a particular emphasis on birth injury cases. He advocates for children affected by medical negligence and has extensive experience handling complex claims involving brain injuries linked to oxygen deprivation, hypoglycemia, infection, and premature birth. In 2016, Miller co-founded the Birth Injury Lawyers Alliance, a national network dedicated to representing children injured at birth. His practice is centred on securing outcomes that provide long-term support and promote greater independence for his clients.

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Joseph V. Miller, KC

David de Vere focuses his practice on medical malpractice, representing injured patients and their families in complex claims involving a wide range of medical professionals. He brings a balanced perspective to his work, recognizing the strengths of the medical system while advocating for those affected when care falls short. He takes a client-centred approach, focusing on understanding each client’s circumstances and working toward outcomes that support their needs and long-term well-being.

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David N. de Vere

Shelagh McGregor

Partner

Shelagh McGregor focuses her practice on litigation, advocating for her clients with both skill and compassion. She is dedicated to guiding clients through the legal process with clarity and confidence, particularly in complex and sensitive matters.

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Shelagh McGregor

Michael W. McVey

Partner

Michael McVey focuses his practice on medical malpractice and personal injury, representing clients in complex claims involving medical negligence. He is dedicated to helping clients navigate the legal process and achieve practical, meaningful outcomes. As a member of the Birth Injury Lawyers Alliance, McVey values a collaborative, team-based approach to litigation to ensure comprehensive representation. He has appeared before both the Alberta Court of King’s Bench and the Alberta Court of Appeal, advocating for fair and effective results. As a member of the Birth Injury Lawyers Alliance, McVey values a collaborative, team-based approach to litigation to ensure comprehensive representation. He has appeared before both the Alberta Court of King’s Bench and the Alberta Court of Appeal, advocating for fair and effective results.

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Michael W. McVey

Weir Bowen LLP is a civil litigation law firm known for its experience, skill, and commitment to providing reliable advice and effective representation. The firm understands that many of its clients are facing unexpected and difficult circumstances, often involving serious injury, loss, or complex legal issues, and is dedicated to helping them navigate what comes next. Since the 1980s, Weir Bowen’s practice has focused on a wide range of civil litigation matters, including medical malpractice, personal injury, insurance, disability claims, estate litigation, and commercial disputes. Its lawyers are experienced in negotiation, mediation, and judicial dispute resolution, and have represented clients across Alberta, the Northwest Territories, and British Columbia, including in precedent-setting cases at all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada. Weir Bowen’s medical malpractice team is one of the largest in Canada and has recovered significant results for clients in complex claims. It is also committed to contributing to the broader legal community through teaching, speaking, and leadership initiatives, including involvement with the University of Alberta Faculty of Law and a national organization focused on advancing medical malpractice law.

“From the initial conversation to resolution or trial, clients receive strategic legal advice and a team fully committed to achieving the best possible outcome”

Renée Vinett, Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP

Cynthia P. Carels

Partner

Iman Jomha

Partner

Samantha Shatz

Partner

Ben Irantalab

Partner

Cynthia Carels focuses her practice on wrongful death and personal injury, representing clients in complex claims involving medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, and other serious injuries. She is committed to guiding clients through challenging circumstances with clarity and care. As a trauma-informed lawyer, she takes a client-centred approach, ensuring clients feel supported and informed at every stage. Drawing on her background in broadcast journalism, she brings strong investigative and communication skills to her practice.

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Cynthia P. Carels

Iman Jomha focuses her practice on medical malpractice, with an emphasis on legal research and written advocacy at both the trial and appellate levels. She is committed to delivering strong, effective representation in complex cases. Jomha values a collaborative, team-based approach and also serves as a sessional instructor at the University of Alberta Faculty of Law, teaching Medical Malpractice Law. Her work is grounded in a commitment to accountability and achieving fair outcomes for injured patients and their families.

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Iman Jomha

Samantha Shatz is a partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, specializing in medical malpractice and personal injury litigation, with a focus on obstetrical negligence and birth injuries. She represents children and families affected by severe medical and hospital errors, advocating on their behalf before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and administrative tribunals. Shatz is a past vice chair of the Medical Malpractice Section of the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association and serves on the Board of the American Association for Justice. She is also active with the Brain Injury Society of Toronto, contributing to policy, advocacy, and professional development initiatives. 

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Samantha Shatz

Ben Irantalab enjoys the complexities of personal injury litigation. His practice is exclusively devoted to representing clients with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and severe orthopedic injuries. For him, the cases that require special creativity and thinking outside the box are most gratifying.

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Ben Irantalab

In recent years, targeted investment in legal technology has supported this work. It has adopted advanced tools, including legal AI, to assist with medical record review, case management, and damages assessment. These systems strengthen analysis and improve efficiency, while leaving judgment, advocacy, and client interaction with experienced lawyers. For a practice area where repeat work is uncommon, growth is driven largely by referrals from former clients and professional networks. That referral base reflects a reputation built on results and how clients are treated throughout the process. The team also adds value by identifying financial supports early and guiding clients through each stage of the claims process. That interdisciplinary approach, backed by lasting relationships with referral partners, medical professionals, and courts, has helped build the trust that continues to bring complex injury matters to the firm. o the firm. “From the initial conversation to resolution or trial, clients receive strategic legal advice and a team fully committed to achieving the best possible outcome,” says Vinett. Howie, Sacks & Henry invests in mentorship and the development of future lawyers, while contributing to the profession through speaking engagements, published work, and involvement in legal education. It has also expanded into areas, such as nursing home negligence and institutional abuse claims, extending its advocacy to vulnerable groups who require experienced representation. 

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Charles Jung, a partner at Oatley Vigmond since 2025, is passionate about empowering clients through personal injury law. Joining the firm as an articling student in 2015, he progressed to associate after being called to the bar. His practice spans car accidents, accident benefits, medical malpractice, and occupiers’ liability. Recognized by Best Lawyers on the “Ones to Watch” list since 2023, he also serves on the board of COPE Service Dogs, aiding individuals with disabilities. Outside of work, he enjoys staying active, watching sports, and playing golf. Bilingual in Korean and English, he is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for his clients.

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