Civil Litigation Lawyers in Edmonton

Verdicta LLP's civil litigation lawyers in Edmonton represent individuals and businesses in contract, property, landlord-tenant and personal injury disputes — in negotiation, mediation, the RTDRS, the Alberta Court of Justice and the Court of King's Bench.

Disputes we handle

• Contract & business disputes
• Debt collection & unpaid invoices
• Real estate & property disputes
• Personal injury claims
• Landlord & tenant disputes (RTDRS)
• Civil mediation
• Defending lawsuits
• Enforcing judgments

Choosing the right forum in Alberta

• Alberta Court of Justice (Civil) — for claims up to $100,000. The process is simpler and faster than the superior court.
• Court of King's Bench of Alberta — for claims over $100,000 and for matters such as injunctions and complex commercial litigation.
• Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) — a faster alternative to court for most landlord and tenant disputes under the Residential Tenancies Act.
• Mediation and negotiation — often the quickest and most cost-effective route. Alberta's courts encourage, and in many cases require, parties to attempt dispute resolution before trial.

Limitation periods — don't wait

Under Alberta's Limitations Act, you generally have two years from when you knew (or ought to have known) about your claim to start a lawsuit, and no more than ten years from when the claim arose. Miss the deadline and you may lose your right to sue entirely. If you've been served with a claim, you also have strict deadlines to file a defence.

How we handle a dispute

1. Assessment. We review your documents, identify the legal issues, and give you a candid view of strengths, risks and likely costs.
2. Demand and negotiation. Many disputes resolve with a well-drafted demand letter and early negotiation.
3. Pleadings. If needed, we file or defend a claim in the appropriate court.
4. Document exchange and questioning. Each side discloses relevant records and may question the other under oath.
5. Mediation or settlement conference. A structured opportunity to settle before trial.
6. Trial and enforcement. We present your case in court and, if you succeed, help you enforce the judgment.

Personal injury

If you've been injured in a motor vehicle collision, slip and fall, or through someone else's negligence, we can assess your claim, deal with insurers and pursue compensation for your losses. Insurance-related deadlines and rules can be strict, so seek advice early.