Did you know that there are currently more than 70,000 farmers in Alberta?
Our province is one of the world’s most productive agricultural economies and Canada’s second largest agricultural producer. We have over three million head of cattle, lead the provinces in spring wheat production, and provide over 15,000 jobs in the forestry industry—contributing billions of dollars annually.
With our agricultural roots firmly planted, it should come as no surprise that family farm owners face a plethora of legal issues. Join program chair Colin Simmons (Counsel West Law) and a distinguished faculty to explore some of the common issues and challenges faced by those with family farms.
About the Faculty
Colin Simmons, practices primarily in the area of agricultural law and matters involving land, livestock, farm corporations, farm estate planning, taxation and matrimonial law. Colin attended Princeton University where he received a BA in Economics (1976) before articling with MacKimmie Matthews law firm in Calgary. He was called to the Alberta Bar in 1981, is a co-author of Alberta Agriculture’s Home Study Course on Farm Estate Planning, and currently co-owns a farm near Rosemary, Alberta.
Learn about the rest of the panel.
- Tom MacLachlan | MacLachlan McNab Hembroff LLP | Lethbridge
- Mike McHenry | Counsel West Law | Calgary
- Tyler Murray | North & Company LLP | Lethbridge
- Les Scholly | Pritchard & Co Law Firm, LLP | Medicine Hat
About the Program
Delve into matrimonial property, estate planning, corporate structuring, tax, and other family farm related matters. Topics will include,
- best practices in agricultural real estate
- water rights and related issues
- matrimonial property considerations
- wind and solar farms
And more!
Discover how to effectively and competently advise clients involved in farming. Learn strategies, tips, and traps from seasoned lawyers who understand the complexities and nuances of working with farm-based clients.
Registration
Join us for Family Farm Issues. Register online to attend in
Register by September 26, 2017, to take advantage of our early bird pricing.
