Atty. Carolyn Simpson

Atty. Carolyn Simpson

Carolyn maintains a corporate commercial practice with a focus on business transactions, including private and public mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, corporate reorganizations, and debt and equity financings. She also advises clients on corporate governance and general corporate and securities law matters.

Calgary Calgary 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Carolyn Simpson at a glance

Carolyn Simpson is a business attorney based in Calgary, Alberta, practicing at Lawson Lundell LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Alberta, Law Society of Alberta (2006) and British Columbia, Law Society of British Columbia (2022). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Practice (2026). Serands clients in Calgary, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Carolyn maintains a corporate commercial practice with a focus on business transactions, including private and public mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, corporate reorganizations, and debt and equity financings
  • She also advises clients on corporate governance and general corporate and securities law matters
  • Carolyn regularly acts for Canadian and U.S. private equity firms and their portfolio companies, as well as clients in the energy sector, including midstream companies and upstream producers and oilfield services businesses
  • She has significant experience navigating complex, cross-border transactions and multi-jurisdictional deal structures
  • Carolyn also advises start-up and early stage businesses in the energy technology sector
  • From 2021 to 2023, Carolyn served as provisional General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Pinnacle Energy Resources Inc., supporting the company through its transition following its take-private transaction with Drax plc

Practice Areas Explained

Carolyn Simpson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carolyn Simpson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alberta

Practicing law in Alberta. Legal matters in Alberta are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Calgary are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alberta state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alberta brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alberta courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carolyn Simpson

Where is Carolyn Simpson's law office located?
Carolyn Simpson's law practice is located in Calgary, Alberta. The firm is Lawson Lundell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carolyn Simpson handle?
Carolyn Simpson focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alberta.
How long has Carolyn Simpson practiced law?
Carolyn Simpson has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
How can I contact Carolyn Simpson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Carolyn Simpson received?
Carolyn Simpson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Practice.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Practice
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alberta, Law Society of Alberta
Admitted: 2006
British Columbia, Law Society of British Columbia
Admitted: 2022

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