Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP (FMC), one of Canada’s leading business and litigation law firms, is pleased to announce that Tamela (Tammy) Coates has been appointed the Managing Partner of the FMC Calgary office.
Tammy has been with FMC for 23 years, working as a top litigator in FMC’s Energy, Communications, Environmental, Commercial and Intellectual Property groups. She was identified as the successful Managing Partner candidate through the firm’s selection process. Tammy has also held the role of Manager of the Commercial Litigation Group in Calgary and Co-chair of the firm’s National ADR Group.
“I am pleased to have the support of my partners to lead FMC’s Calgary office,” said Tammy. “My top priority is to ensure our team continues to deliver outstanding client service in one of the most dynamic legal markets in Canada.”
As a Partner, Tammy appeared before all levels of the Alberta Courts, as well as the British Columbia Supreme Court and the Federal Court of Canada. She is frequently called upon by the firm and other members of the Bar to present on topics related to advocacy, principled negotiation and mediation, and litigation practice. Tammy has also provided pro bono counsel to several charities and non-profit organizations. She is recognized by Chambers Global as a leading dispute resolution lawyer.
“Tammy is one of FMC’s top litigators and will bring outstanding skill to this role,” said Matthew Lindsay, FMC Calgary’s former Managing Partner. “This office has a strong team in place and, having known Tammy for more than 25 years, I am confident she will provide strong leadership to our team in Calgary, making it an even greater asset to our clients.”
“At FMC, we recognize that a rich diversity of background and experience in our leadership team broadens and enhances our ability to provide our clients with the best possible advice and service,” said Chris Pinnington, Chief Executive Officer, FMC. “Tammy is committed to the legal profession and to our firm, and brings extensive knowledge of the Calgary legal environment to her new leadership role. We congratulate Tammy on this achievement and wish her continued success throughout her term.”
For further information, please contact:
Kendra Keaney Finnessy
Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP (FMC)
+1 416 361 2342
kendra.keaneyfinnessy@fmc-law.com
Kelly Olive
MAVERICK Public Relations Inc.
+1 416 640 5525, ext. 230
kellyo@maverickpr.com