Atty. Dana C. Neilson
Dana attended the University of Toronto, receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree (Honours) before attending the University of Saskatchewan, receiving her Bachelor of Laws degree in 1992. Dana was called to the British Columbia bar in 1993 and practiced in Vancouver with the well-respected law firm, Hammerberg Lawyers LLP, after spending the early part of her career as in-house counsel.
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Dana C. Neilson is a personal injury attorney based in Calgary, Alberta, practicing at Rodin Law Firm. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in British Columbia, Law Society of British Columbia (1993) and Alberta, Law Society of Alberta (2001). Educated at University of Saskatchewan (—, 1992) and University of Toronto (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Calgary, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Dana attended the University of Toronto, receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree (Honours) before attending the University of Saskatchewan, receiving her Bachelor of Laws degree in 1992
- Dana was called to the British Columbia bar in 1993 and practiced in Vancouver with the well-respected law firm, Hammerberg Lawyers LLP, after spending the early part of her career as in-house counsel
- Dana successfully completed transfer examinations and was called to the Alberta bar in 2001, moving to Calgary in 2005
- Dana continues to be an active member of the Alberta and British Columbia bar, litigating cases in both provinces
- Throughout her career, Dana has practiced primarily personal injury litigation, representing individuals
- She has appeared at all levels of court, including the Alberta Court of King's Bench, Alberta Court of Appeal, British Columbia Supreme Court and British Columbia Court of Appeal
- Dana authored a paper on jurisdictional issues between Alberta and British Columbia, presenting as Co-Chair of the Insurance and Personal Injury Panel for the Alberta Law Conference
- Dana is an active member of the Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association and strives to ensure through her practice and professional networks that the rights of individuals are protected and respected
- Dana enjoyed volunteering with Level's former Indigenous Youth Outreach Program (Leadership)
- Dana is a former competitive golfer and grew up in an athletic family
- She enjoys yoga, golf, fitness and cheering for her favourite hockey team in her spare time
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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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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