Business Details
14 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Dawson Creek
Allen & Associates is a law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal solutions tailored to individual and business needs. With expertise in real estate, corporate/commercial law, estate planning, and family law, our team guides clients through complex legal processes with professionalism and care. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in navigating real estate transactions, business formations, wills and estates, and family law matters.We prioritize client communication and understanding, ensuring transparent advice while protecting interests in every case. Our commitment to community involvement and ethical practice underscores our reputation as trusted legal advisors in Dawson Creek and surrounding areas.
Services
Real Estate Law
Corporate Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Estate Administration
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of combined experience in real estate and corporate law
- Our team includes certified specialists in family law and estate administration
- We prioritize alternative dispute resolution methods to minimize client stress
- Our attorneys maintain active roles in local community organizations
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique situation
Services
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice handles residential, commercial, and farm property transactions. We manage contracts, land transfers, mortgages, and subdivisions while protecting client interests throughout the process. Our team provides clear guidance for both buyers and sellers in complex real estate matters.
Corporate Law
We assist businesses with incorporations, mergers, financing, and commercial agreements. Our services cover all stages of business development from formation to dissolution. We provide strategic legal advice tailored to each company's unique operational requirements and growth objectives.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include wills, power of attorney, and advance directives. We help clients organize their financial and personal affairs with customized solutions that ensure legal protection and peace of mind for future contingencies and family needs.
Family Law
We handle family law matters including separations, child support, custody arrangements, and property division. Our approach emphasizes alternative dispute resolution while providing strong representation for clients navigating emotionally challenging legal situations and life transitions.
Estate Administration
Our estate administration practice guides executors through probate processes and estate settlements. We assist with will validation, creditor notifications, asset distribution, and legal accounting requirements while providing compassionate support during difficult family circumstances.
People
Shane Allen
Lawyer
Admitted to the BC bar in 2003 and Alberta bar in 2012, Shane specializes in corporate/commercial, real estate, and estate law. He graduated from University of Saskatchewan Law in 2002 and actively participates in local Rotary and bar associations.
Garth Makepeace
Family Law Specialist
Practicing since 1988, Garth focuses on family law with emphasis on alternative dispute resolution. He holds law degrees from UBC and has served the Peace River region for over 30 years through various legal transitions.
Kelly de Rosenroll
Associate Lawyer
Called to the bar in 2021, Kelly practices estate planning and real estate law. She graduated from University of Manitoba Law School in 2020 and focuses on providing practical legal solutions during challenging life transitions.
Questions
What areas of law does Allen & Associates specialize in?
We specialize in real estate law, corporate/commercial law, estate planning, family law, and estate administration, serving both individual and business clients in northern Alberta.
How does the firm handle real estate transactions?
Our real estate practice covers purchase/sale contracts, property transfers, mortgage arrangements, and subdivision approvals for residential, commercial, and agricultural properties throughout the Peace River region.
What approach does the firm take with family law matters?
We prioritize alternative dispute resolution methods while providing strong advocacy. Our family law practice focuses on minimizing conflict through mediation and negotiation in separation, divorce, and child custody cases.
How can I establish proper estate planning documents?
We help clients create comprehensive estate plans including wills, power of attorney, and advance directives tailored to their specific family and financial circumstances during initial consultations.
What support exists for business owners?
We provide full-service corporate legal support including business formations, contract drafting, commercial financing, and restructuring to help businesses navigate their legal requirements effectively.