Atty. David D. Risling, K.C.
David Risling is an experienced litigator with a talent for negotiating and finding creative resolutions for his clients. He is a member of the Executive Committee at McLennan Ross, and focuses his practice on insurance, education, and labour and employment.
Labour and Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Edmonton, AB
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About David D. Risling, K.C. at a Glance
David D. Risling, K.C. is a personal injury and employment attorney based in Edmonton, Alberta, practicing at McLennan Ross LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Edmonton, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David D. Risling, K.C.
- David Risling is an experienced litigator with a talent for negotiating and finding creative resolutions for his clients
- He is a member of the Executive Committee at McLennan Ross, and focuses his practice on insurance, education, and labour and employment
- With deep knowledge of the insurance industry, David represents and advises insurers on a variety of insurance matters, including coverage, liability, and quantum issues
- He handles files involving personal injury, negligence law, professional liability, product liability, breach of contract, and property matters
- He has also defended employers for the intentional torts of employees and in constitutional challenges
- David is clear with his opinions to ensure his clients thoroughly understand his recommendations and know their options
- He takes the time to explain the challenges they face and what is happening at every step
- His clients include large insurers operating inside and outside Alberta, as well as claims personnel of large self-insured corporations
- In addition, David is a strong advocate for corporations and institutions in various commercial disputes including contractual disputes and insurance coverage issues and assists school districts in education law matters
- In the area of employment and labour law, he assists employers in cases of terminations and related arbitrations due to misconduct as well as human rights issues such as sexual and racial discrimination
- With a diverse litigation practice, David finds resolutions for his clients both in and outside of the court system
- He has appeared before the Supreme Court of Canada, the Alberta Court of Appeal, Queen's Bench and Provincial Court and has been involved in several trials, including a lengthy jury trial
- His experience also covers alternative dispute resolution methods, with many successful Judicial Dispute Resolutions, mediations, and arbitrations
- Approachable and down-to-earth, David spends time at the beginning of a file making sure his clients are comfortable and feel confident they can call him anytime with questions or to provide information
- He strives to achieve this comfort level so information is always flowing, and communication is solid
- His focus is on getting the best resolution at the most logical time in the process because David’s ultimate goal is always a happy client
Practice Areas Explained
David D. Risling, K.C.'s Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David D. Risling, K.C. handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Edmonton.
Personal Injury in Edmonton
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.
David D. Risling, K.C. is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alberta →
Employment Law in Edmonton
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David D. Risling, K.C. is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alberta →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Edmonton
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 Edmonton 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 venue, 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.
Edmonton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Edmonton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Edmonton Choose David D. Risling, K.C.
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David D. Risling, K.C.'s practice in the field of personal injury and employment.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and employment, David D. Risling, K.C. can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Edmonton
A Edmonton-based practice means David D. Risling, K.C. attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David D. Risling, K.C. Handles in Edmonton
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