Brett Carlson is a trusted family law advisor with nearly a decade of experience guiding clients through complex, high-stakes family law matters. He is known for delivering efficient, pragmatic, and tailored solutions that reflect each client’s unique circumstances and long-term goals.
Brett’s practice spans across all areas of family law, with a particular focus on advising high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, professionals, and business owners. He regularly handles matters involving high-value property division, income determination, business valuations, and intergenerational wealth transfers. He also advises on parenting arrangements, support obligations, and marriage and cohabitation agreements.
Brett takes a holistic and strategic approach to every matter. His practice is centered on out-of-court resolution—through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration—recognizing the value of privacy, control, and cost-efficiency. He is an Accredited Family Law Mediator with the Law Society of British Columbia and provides both mediation and arbitration services in Alberta for family law and estate matters.
When litigation is necessary, Brett brings a steady and experienced hand. He appears as counsel regularly before the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta and the Supreme Court of British Columbia.
Brett is particularly skilled in navigating sophisticated financial and legal matters. He frequently collaborates with valuators, tax advisors, accountants, and other legal professionals to resolve disputes involving family businesses, trusts, multi-jurisdictional assets, and the tax implications of divorce. His work often sits at the intersection of family law and related areas such as business, tax, and estate planning—ensuring clients receive coordinated, comprehensive advice.
Brett is valued for his calm, strategic perspective, discretion, and ability to resolve even the most complex family matters with integrity—whether through settlement or in the courtroom.
Memberships and Affiliations
- Law Society of Alberta
- Law Society of British Columbia
- International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
- Alberta Family Mediation Society
- Family Mediation Canada
- Community Mediation Calgary Society
- Canadian Bar Association