Connor Dixon called to the Bar
Dixon Legal would like to congratulate, Connor Dixon on being called to the Bar on June 9th, 2020, and proud to welcome him to the firm in the capacity of a lawyer. Connor began working with our [...]
Dixon Legal
Delivering excellence in legal services to Southern Alberta since 1983.
Key Areas of Practice
Dixon Legal focuses in on Estate Planning Law, Corporate Law, Litigation Law, Real Estate Law as well as Probate and Estate Administration. Built on a history of success, we pride ourselves on top tier service in these legal areas.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning refers to the process where an individual makes arrangements that outline how their Estate is to be managed and distributed upon their death. Our Estate Planning team at Dixon Legal has a multitude of experience in this field and can provide you with comprehensive legal services that protect your interests. Explore each service below.
Wills
Personal Directive
Enduring Power of Attorney
Probate
Estate Litigation
Corporate Law
At Dixon Legal, we pride ourselves on offering first-rate legal services to our corporate clients at reasonable rates. We offer a variety of services and our experienced corporate legal team will work with you to address all your corporate legal needs. Explore each service below.
Incorporation
Registered Office
Corporate Transactions & Minute Books
Annual Returns
Real Estate Law
Since Dixon Legal was founded in Okotoks in 1983, Real Estate Law has been a cornerstone of our practice. Whether you are purchasing your first home, or a seasoned developer building an elaborate condo project, trust Dixon Legal to successfully handle all your real estate legal needs. Explore each service below.
Residential Sales & Purchases
Mortgage Refinancing
Commercial Real Estate Law
Land Development and Subdivision
New Home Construction & Builders
Foreclosures
Litigation Law
While our team strives to achieve swift, amicable and cost-effective legal solutions for all our clients, sometimes, recourse to the courts is inevitable. We have a strong history of delivering vigorous and effective representation in pursuit of our client’s best interests in a multitude of judicial proceedings.
Real Estate Litigation
Corporate Litigation
Collections
Additional Areas of Practice
Aside from our primary practice areas, Dixon Legal also offers a wide variety of additional legal services designed to assist our clients with their day to day needs. We are honest, clear, and upfront about what we do and do not offer, and will always be direct with our recommended best course of action.
Certified True Copies
We can provide Certified True Copies of documents required for various purposes including Visa applications, employment applications and security clearances
Independent Legal Advice
If in your interactions with another lawyer you are required to obtain Independent Legal Advice, we would be delighted to provide.
Signing Authority
We can act as a signing authority in the following capacities:
- Commissioner For Oaths
- Notary Public
- Witness
- Personal Guarantees
Child Travel Authorization
Are you planning on traveling internationally with one or more of your minor children without the accompaniment of your spouse? Unless arrangements have been made in advance you may need a Child Travel Authorization.
Family Law
While this is not a focus area of our practice, we do provide a few services in the realm of family law including non-contested divorces and matrimonial settlement agreements. We do not offer legal representation on contested divorces or child custody arrangements. However, we do work closely with other skilled lawyers who practice in this area and would be happy to provide a referral.
Criminal & Traffic
We do not deal with any matters contained in the Criminal Code but once would be happy to refer you to one of our skilled and esteemed colleagues. We do offer some of our clients representation for some traffic offences and in quasi-criminal proceedings. Call us today to inquire.
Employment
While not a core focus area of our practice we have assisted clients, both employees and employers, in various areas of employment law including:
- Drafting Employment Contracts
- Non-Compete Agreements
- Terminations – Drafting Termination Letters
- Terminations – Wrongful Dismissal
- Terminations – Severance Agreements
- Human Rights Legislation – Discrimination
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Representation in Courts, Tribunals and Hearings
More Services
Looking for more legal services? Contact us to learn if we can assist with your needs.
Testimonials
We are proud to share some of our client’s stories.
Our Team
A law firm is only as good as its team. We are proud to be a family business with some amazing staff that helps us make positive change each and every day.
Charles Dixon, B.A., LL.B – Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public
Charles was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta. Prior to Law School, Charles earned his B.A. at the University of Alberta. He then studied law at Cardiff University in Wales. He was admitted to the Alberta Bar in 1982 and moved to Okotoks in 1987 where he opened up the town’s first general law practice. Charles is an avid reader and dedicated outdoorsman with a passion for the land, outdoor pursuits, and wildlife conservation.
Connor Dixon, LL.B Barrister, Solicitor & Notary Public
Prior to law school, Connor worked in management and ownership roles in the non-ferrous metal reclamation industry. In 2014, he headed across the pond and obtained an LL.B from the University of Sussex in Brighton, UK. Currently, Connor is working towards fulfilling transfer requirements to become an accredited lawyer here in Alberta.
Outside the office, Connor’s hobbies include a variety of outdoor pursuits, cooking, travel, reading, chess, and horses.
Thelma Harding, Corporate Paralegal
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Thelma has been with Charles Dixon for 33 years as a Corporate Paralegal and manages the accounting for the office. Thelma enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and is an avid fly-fisher. During the summer months Thelma can be found at the side of a cool stream somewhere in Alberta, BC or Montana with her husband Rick. Where exactly depends on where the fish are biting!
Sandra Card, Real Estate Paralegal
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Sandra relocated to Okotoks, Alberta from Thunder Bay, Ontario in August 1997 and met Charles Dixon as he acted for them in their home purchase. She connected well with the staff who completed her real estate transaction and in November 1997 she became the firm’s receptionist.
Garnering experience through years and furthering her education Sandra became the firm’s first Real Estate Paralegal in May of 2008. Sandra’s focus is everything real estate – residential purchases & sales, refinances and corporate/commercial financing, sales and purchases.
When not juggling a wide variety of files at any given time, Sandra can be found enjoying time with her family (and in particular her grandchildren. She loves being active and travelling. During the summer season she can be found relaxing on the dock at Legett Lake, Ontario at her family cottage.
Tammy Aymont, Wills & Estates Paralegal
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Tammy is a relatively new addition to Dixon Legal and just completed her first year at our firm. Originally from Saskatchewan, Tammy moved to Alberta twelve years ago and remains a Saskatchewan RoughRiders fan to this day.
With her she brought ample paralegal experience and her focus area is Wills and Estates and Litigation matters.
She has two kids which keep her busy outside the office. Tammy’s hobbies include boating, camping, card and board games and reading. In her short time with us, Tammy has established herself as an important part of our team at Dixon Legal and we feel lucky to have her.
Community Involvement
At Dixon Legal, we are proud to play a strong role in supporting local communities and have been involved in various community development programs over the years. The firm is an active supporter of Ducks Unlimited Canada and Pheasants Forever.
Charles himself is a founding member of the Okotoks Rotary Club and a former Board Member of The Nature Conservancy of Canada. Additionally, Dixon Legal has always been a supporter of the local arts scene and a proud annual supporter of the Okotoks Christmas Concert.
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Okotoks Office
Phone: (403) 938-8131
Fax: (403) 938-6365
Address: 51 Riverside Gate, Okotoks, AB T1S 1B2
Email: info@dixonlegal.ca