Atty. John M. Frame

Atty. John M. Frame

John leads the Condominium Management Group at Witten LLP. His practice focuses on condominium management law providing guidance and assistance to condominium corporations, directors, property managers and owners.

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Profile Summary

About John M. Frame at a glance

John M. Frame is a business and litigation attorney based in Edmonton, Alberta, practicing at Witten LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026). Serves clients in Edmonton, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John leads the Condominium Management Group at Witten LLP. His practice focuses on condominium management law providing guidance and assistance to condominium corporations, directors, property managers and owners
  • He has represented clients on condominium related matters at all levels of Court in the Province of Alberta and has argued leave applications to the Supreme Court of Canada
  • He also practices in the areas of creditors’ rights, bankruptcy and insolvency, and commercial disputes
  • Admitted to the Alberta bar in 1992, he completed a B.A. (1990) at the University of Alberta, and a LL.B. (1991) at the University of Windsor
  • John has been a panelist speaking at various programs put on by the Legal Education Society of Alberta, the Canadian Bar Association, the Canadian Condominium Institute North Alberta Chapter, and has consulted with the Government of Alberta regarding recent changes to the Condominium Property Act of Alberta
  • He also contributes to the Canadian Centre for Professional Legal Education (CPLED) for the Law Society of Alberta and has been an instructor at the Bar Admission Course for the Legal Education Society of Alberta
  • John is active in the local and national lacrosse communities and was a player on national championship lacrosse teams
  • He is the current Chair of the Discipline and Appeals Committee for the Alberta Lacrosse Association and has represented the Canadian Lacrosse Association at national competitions
  • He also volunteers with the Edmonton Community Legal Centre which provides free legal advice to low to moderate income individuals in the Edmonton area

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Frame's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John M. Frame 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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is John M. Frame's law office located?
John M. Frame's law practice is located in Edmonton, Alberta. The firm is Witten LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Frame handle?
John M. Frame focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alberta.
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What awards or recognition has John M. Frame received?
John M. Frame's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- 2026

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