Atty. Gary Kirk
Gary has been practicing as a lawyer for more than 20 years and is the managing partner of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP. Gary also has extensive training as a Mediator and has participated in numerous Mediation, Arbitration and Judicial Dispute Resolution hearings.
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Gary Kirk is a trusts, family law, and adr attorney based in Calgary, Alberta, practicing at Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Alberta, Law Society of Alberta (1998). Educated at University of Alberta (LL.B., 1997) and University of Alberta (B.A. English, 1986). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serves clients in Calgary, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Gary has been practicing as a lawyer for more than 20 years and is the managing partner of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP. Gary also has extensive training as a Mediator and has participated in numerous Mediation, Arbitration and Judicial Dispute Resolution hearings
- In addition to the practice areas of Wills and Estates, Mediation and Family Law, Gary is also an experienced litigator
- He has appeared before all levels of Court in Alberta
- Currently, Gary’s practice is focused primarily on Estate Planning & Administration, and mediation or arbitration of Estate and Family Law disputes
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Gary Kirk is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Alberta →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Gary Kirk is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Alberta →
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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 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.
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