About Us

Nora has assisted individuals and families to resolve issues arising from family breakdowns for over 30 years. She has been a member of the Law Society of Alberta since 1994 and a member of the New York
State Bar (currently non-practicing) since 2001. Nora is a Registered Collaborative Family Lawyer and a member of the Alberta Family Lawyers Association.
 

Nora is a Board Member of the Association of Collaborative Family Professionals and serves as Chair of the Membership Committee.

Nora’s approach to family law is to explore all options for conflict resolution and assist her clients to identify the most efficient and cost-effective means of settlement while minimizing conflict and preserving relationships to the extent possible. Nora’s mediation and collaborative divorce training
allows her to expand the range of options for resolving disputes. Nora has a strong preference for out of court settlements and will only accept litigation files in limited circumstances.

Derya is a warm, approachable team member who thrives on connecting with others and finding meaningful ways to support them. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Alberta in 2020 and completed her law degree at the University of Leicester in 2022. Derya has completed her articles and is awaiting her bar call.

Throughout her legal training, Derya has supported clients in a range of settings,
including settlement meetings, Early Intervention Case Conferences, Family (Special) Chambers, and trials.

 

Outside of work, Derya enjoys reading, traveling, and spending quality time with friends.

 

Fun fact: She once visited eight countries in just one month!

Languages: English, Turkish/Türkçe