A. Danielle Bourgeois

First Year of Call
Alberta, 2010

Areas of Practice
Insurance Law

Description
A. Danielle Bourgeois is a partner in Field Law’s Edmonton office with a diverse civil litigation practice that delves into areas including: contract disputes, debt collection, insurance defence, personal injury, fraud, shareholder disputes, residential construction, foreclosure, judgment recovery, and commercial and residential leases.
Danielle’s practice has seen her appear before all levels of court within Alberta, including the civil and criminal divisions of Provincial Court, the Court of King’s Bench, and the Alberta Court of Appeal.

Danielle has provided legal services throughout Alberta to clients that include large financial institutions, private lenders, insurance companies, public institutions – including government entities – small-to-large-sized businesses, and individuals. Her approachable, relatable demeanor and her willingness to think of practical and efficient solutions when providing legal services to a client set her apart from competitors. Danielle’s clients appreciate her candor when discussing sensitive issues, and her proactive approach to identifying and assessing horizon issues specific to their business – helping them stay informed of industry-specific changes to legislation and case law.

Value to Clients
“I take pride in my ability to quickly identify the legal and/or ethical principle behind a client’s problem, and to provide advice that is practical, considers and assesses risk, and always moves towards conclusion. The best value I can provide to a client is a holistic, forward-thinking and efficient solution to their issue.”

Outside the Office
Danielle is an avid marathon runner, having completed all six Abott World Marathon Majors. More recently, Danielle has taken up Ultra-Marathon Running and Cross-Country Skiing, which have allowed her experience several of Alberta’s spectacular mountain vistas. Danielle also coaches female hockey at the University level.