Business Details
37 Years
experience
Trusted Criminal Defense Lawyer in Calgary
Alain Hepner Law has been a cornerstone of criminal defense excellence in Calgary since 1989. With over four decades of experience, our firm specializes in defending complex criminal cases, including offenses against persons, the State, and matters of moral turpitude. Our practice spans all levels of court in western Canada, from Provincial Courts to the Supreme Court of Canada. We are committed to providing unwavering advocacy for every client, regardless of their background or circumstances. Our track record includes high-profile trials and appellate work, reflecting our deep understanding of legal intricacies. Recognized nationally, we have earned accolades such as Criminal Lawyer of the Year and inclusion in Canada's Top 10 Criminal Boutique Law Firms.Our membership in the American College of Trial Lawyers and Martindale Hubbell Peer Review Rating underscores our dedication to professional excellence. We serve clients across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia, addressing cases ranging from impaired driving to murder. Our founder, Alain Hepner, KC, brings a wealth of experience as a former Bencher for the Law Society of Alberta and board member of Legal Aid Alberta. This combination of experience, recognition, and client-focused service defines our approach to criminal defense.
Services
Impaired Driving
Aggravated Assault
Drug Offenses
Murder Defense
Theft & Fraud
Weapons Offenses
Sexual Assault
Youth Offenses
Domestic Violence
Tax Evasion
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in criminal defense law.
- Our firm handles high-profile cases at all court levels.
- We received the 2020 Criminal Lawyer of the Year award.
- We are members of the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers.
- We serve clients across four western Canadian provinces.
Associations and certifications
- American College of Trial Lawyers
- Martindale Hubbell
- Law Society of Alberta
What people say
Criminal Lawyer of the Year
Top 10 Criminal Law Firms
Martindale Hubbell Rating
Proven Results
High-Profile Experience
Services
Impaired Driving
We defend clients facing impaired driving charges, including .08 offenses and cases involving bodily harm or death. Our expertise covers complex DUI cases with extensive court experience. We provide strategic representation to protect your rights and future.
Aggravated Assault
Our firm handles aggravated assault cases involving weapons or bodily harm. We leverage decades of trial experience to challenge evidence and build robust defense strategies. Our goal is to minimize consequences for clients facing violent crime charges.
Drug Offenses
We defend all drug-related charges, from possession to trafficking. Our approach combines legal expertise with nuanced understanding of drug crime complexities. We work to protect clients' futures through case-specific defense strategies.
Murder Defense
Our firm represents clients in murder and manslaughter cases with a focus on thorough investigation and expert testimony. We provide aggressive defense in high-stakes homicide trials, leveraging extensive appellate experience to challenge prosecutions.
Theft & Fraud
We defend theft, fraud, and commercial crime allegations including tax evasion. Our experience covers complex financial cases with technical evidence. We develop tailored strategies to challenge prosecution claims and protect client reputations.
People
Alain Hepner
Lawyer
Alain Hepner, KC, has practiced criminal law for over 40 years. He specializes in high-profile criminal defense cases across western Canada. A member of the American College of Trial Lawyers, he has argued before the Supreme Court of Canada and received multiple industry recognitions.
Questions
What areas of criminal law do you specialize in?
We focus on impaired driving, assault, drug offenses, murder, theft/fraud, weapons offenses, sexual assault, youth offenses, and domestic violence cases.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our lead attorney has over 40 years of experience handling high-profile criminal cases at all court levels in western Canada.
What makes your firm different from other criminal defense practices?
We combine decades of experience with membership in the American College of Trial Lawyers and multiple industry recognitions for excellence.
Do you handle cases outside Calgary?
Yes, we represent clients across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia in various criminal matters.
What notable achievements has the firm received?
We were named 2020 Criminal Lawyer of the Year and included in Canada's Top 10 Criminal Boutique Law Firms in 2018.
