In celebration of Black History Month, FACL Western will be giving away a book by a Black author once a week. Our first book is Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi, a Heather’s Pick at Indigo and also recommended by FACL Western’s President!

FACL WESTERN PRESENTS: 2020 WINTER WINE SURVIVOR

Give back to our community and stock up for the January blues!

Join in on some virtual fun and stock up your wine rack for January. Your participation will help make a difference this winter season for the Calgary Food Bank.

Re: Appointment of BIPOC judges to Canada’s Federal Courts

Congratulations to Judge Lindy Choy of the Provincial Court of Manitoba on being awarded a Golden Dragon Award by the Winnipeg Chinese Cultural and Community Centre.

We were pleased to interview James-Scott Lee, a partner at McCarthy Tétrault LLP’s Calgary office and a member of the firm’s business law practice. Over a candid conversation, James shared his story of growing up in Vancouver, his decision to pursue a law degree and the unique career path he took to Calgary. We are pleased to present his personal story in this Spotlight series interview.

We recently had the privilege of interviewing Jonathan Ng, who practices Wills and Estates at Underwood Gilholme. In our conversation, Jonathan reflects on how he succeeded in securing a fruitful and fulfilling practice. We are delighted in having the opportunity to share the story of a lawyer who is dedicated in advocating for his clients’ wishes in this Spotlight Series interview.

The Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (FACL) Western encourages all its members to vote in the upcoming Law Society of Alberta Bencher elections.

We were honoured to interview George Tai, the financial managing partner at Carscallen LLP and a member of the firm’s business law practice. George is set to embark on a new chapter of his career this fall when he transitions to Dentons LLP. Over a candid conversation, George shared his story of growing up in an immigrant family, his decision to pursue a law degree and his insight into the future of the legal profession. We are pleased to present his personal story in this Spotlight series interview.