Carbert Waite

What Carbert Waite does

Carbert Waite LLP is a Calgary-based litigation boutique operating as an Alberta limited liability partnership since 1999. The firm fields 22 litigators across all experience levels and specializes in complex civil and commercial disputes, with a diversified practice portfolio spanning Alternative Dispute Resolution (mediation and arbitration), Commercial Litigation, Condominium Law, Construction Litigation, Employment and Labour Law, Health Law, Immigration Law, Insurance Law, Personal Injury and Negligence, Wills/Estates/Trusts, and Business Law. Practice sub-specialties include agriculture, oil and gas, retail, shareholder disputes, corporate fraud, debt collection, and international judgment enforcement, targeting both enterprise clients and individuals/families.

The firm's core technology is human legal expertise — no proprietary software, platforms, or AI tools are disclosed. Competitive differentiation rests on talent (multiple KC, QArb, TEP, and FCIArb designations among practitioners) and reputational capital (consecutive 'Highly Regarded' rankings in the Chambers Canada Guide for Litigation: General Commercial in Alberta, plus Lexpert recognition). The go-to-market motion is traditional law firm distribution: direct client engagement, referrals from existing clients and professional networks, industry rankings, and digital presence through the firm website and Mailchimp newsletter.

Revenue is generated through professional legal services billed via hourly rates, fixed fees for specific matters, and contingency arrangements for certain personal injury and insurance claims. The firm operates from a single downtown Calgary office at 2300 Encor Place. International capability is enabled through IR Global network membership, supporting cross-border matters. Leadership comprises Managing Partner Roxanne Davis (KC, QArb), Firm Chairperson Michael A. Waite (KC), and COO Stacy Koehler.

Name

Carbert Waite

Legal name

Carbert Waite LLP

Website

https://carbertwaite.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Carbert Waite LLP is a Calgary-based litigation boutique with 22 lawyers offering complex commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and specialized legal services across construction, employment, estates, and personal injury to Alberta enterprises and individuals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Legal Services Fees: Professional legal services billed to clients for litigation, arbitration, mediation, estate planning, and business law matters. Revenue is generated through hourly billing, fixed fees for specific services, and contingency arrangements for certain personal injury and insurance claims.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Carbert Waite LLP is a Calgary-based litigation boutique providing legal representation and advice in complex civil and commercial disputes, alternative dispute resolution (mediation and arbitration), condominium law, construction litigation, employment and labour law, health law, immigration law, insurance law, personal injury, and wills/estates/trusts. Services are delivered through 22 litigators at all experience levels to enterprise clients and individuals in Alberta and Western Canada.

Product overview

Carbert Waite LLP is a mid-sized litigation law firm offering a unified portfolio of legal services organized around its core specialty in complex civil and commercial disputes. The firm provides Alternative Dispute Resolution (mediation and arbitration) as alternative pathways to litigation, alongside full-service Commercial Litigation covering industry-specific matters such as agriculture, oil & gas, retail, shareholder disputes, corporate fraud, and debt collection including international judgment enforcement. The Condominium Law practice serves corporations, boards, and owners with governance, bylaw drafting, and dispute resolution. Construction Litigation encompasses builders' liens, building envelope claims, and guidance on the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act. Employment & Labour Law addresses the full employment lifecycle for both employers and employees. The firm further offers specialized Health Law, Immigration Law, Insurance Law, Personal Injury & Negligence, and Wills, Estates & Trusts services including estate planning, administration, and litigation. Business Law rounds out the offering with incorporations and transactions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Alternative Dispute Resolution Mediation and arbitration services for resolving disputes outside of court, including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration in various subject matter areas. Provided by Carbert Waite LLP's certified arbitrators and mediators.
• Mediation Structured negotiation facilitated by a neutral third-party mediator to help disputing parties reach mutually agreeable outcomes. Offered by Carbert Waite LLP mediators.
• Arbitration Formal alternative dispute resolution where a neutral third-party arbitrator decides the outcome based on law and facts presented by the parties. Offered by Carbert Waite LLP.
• Commercial Litigation Legal representation and advice for businesses navigating conflict across industry sectors including agriculture, oil and gas, retail, construction, insurance, and more. Provided by Carbert Waite LLP.
• Condominium Law Legal advice and representation for condominium corporations, boards, property managers, unit owners, and residents in disputed matters including governance, bylaw drafting, and enforcement.
• Construction Litigation Legal services for construction industry disputes covering bidding, builders' liens, building envelope claims, contract disputes, and regulatory matters under the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act.
• Employment & Labour Law Legal services for employees and employers covering compliance, dismissals, employment agreements, human rights, workplace policies, investigations, and wrongful dismissal.
• Health Law Legal representation for healthcare institutions, physicians, nurses, private clinics, and healthcare professionals in health law matters.
• Immigration Law Legal services for immigration matters including work permits, study permits, permanent residency, citizenship, and family sponsorships.
• Insurance Law Legal advice and representation on personal and commercial insurance matters for regional, national, and international clients, including insurance defence, subrogation, policy reviews, and disability claims.
• Personal Injury & Negligence Legal representation for individuals who have suffered injuries to obtain favorable settlements and handle serious personal injury claims including car accidents.
• Wills, Estates & Trusts Estate planning services including wills drafting, enduring powers of attorney, personal directives, estate administration, probate, and estate litigation.
• Business Law Corporate-commercial legal services including incorporations, amalgamations, acquisitions, and private company transactions.

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• IR GlobalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational network of professional services firms providing connections for serving international clients and cross-border dispute resolution needs.
• Calgary Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness membership organization providing networking opportunities and local business community connections.
• Chambers and PartnerscoreOthersInternational legal directory providing firm rankings and recognition. The firm is ranked as 'Highly Regarded' in the Chambers Canada Guide for Litigation: General Commercial in Alberta.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• JSS Barristers: Calgary-based litigation boutique focused on commercial litigation, insurance defence, and professional liability. Similar size and model to Carbert Waite with overlapping practice areas and Chambers-recognized litigation expertise.
• Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP (BD&P): Long-established Calgary litigation boutique with strong commercial litigation, energy disputes, and arbitration practices. Directly competes with Carbert Waite for high-value commercial matters in Calgary and is similarly Chambers-ranked for Alberta litigation.
• Bennett Jones LLP: Major Calgary-based law firm with deep commercial litigation practice and recognized expertise in oil and gas, corporate disputes, and arbitration. Direct competitor for the same complex commercial litigation and ADR mandates in the Calgary/Alberta market.

Regional players

• Field Law: Alberta-based regional law firm with offices in Calgary and Edmonton serving commercial litigation, insurance, construction, and employment matters. Comparable regional focus and practice mix but broader geographic footprint within Alberta.

Broad incumbents

• Norton Rose Fulbright Canada: Global law firm with significant Calgary presence serving oil and gas, construction, and commercial litigation matters. Offers broader geographic reach and larger bench but less specialized boutique focus than Carbert Waite.
• DLA Piper (Canada): Global law firm with Canadian offices serving commercial litigation, construction, and energy disputes. Competes for complex multi-jurisdictional matters with a global platform Carbert Waite cannot match.
• Dentons Canada: World's largest global law firm with substantial Calgary office serving commercial litigation, energy, construction, and corporate matters. Competes for the same complex disputes but with vastly larger resources and global platform.
• Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes): Leading Canadian law firm with strong commercial litigation practice and growing Calgary presence. Serves similar corporate and commercial clients on complex disputes but with broader national/international platform.
• Gowling WLG (Canada): International law firm with strong Canadian presence in commercial litigation, construction, and ADR. Offers full-service platform and global network as a competitor for mid-market and larger complex disputes.
• McCarthy Tétrault LLP: Major Canadian national law firm with Calgary office and strong litigation, energy, and construction practices. Competes for mid-to-large commercial disputes while offering full-service national platform.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/calgary_lawyers
• Facebookfacebook.com/CarbertWaiteLLP

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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