Lily believes in practical resolution. She expertly guides and supports clients through divorce, focusing on purpose and resilience.

Her childhood in South Africa spurred Lily’s passion for advocacy and justice. Now a long-time Calgarian, she applies that passion to help families protect what they care about most.

Lily represents clients on a broad range of family law issues in and out of the courtroom. She helps clients resolve their matters through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. She also appears in all levels of Court in Alberta, including the Court of Appeal.

Clients appreciate Lily’s direct and personable approach. Her commitment to client interests and experience is evidenced throughout her representation, with clients describing her as caring, detailed, and passionate.

Lily’s business background offers additional perspective and understanding of the complexities faced by business owners, executives, and their spouses during family law proceedings, especially complex property division and spousal support. Her comprehensive approach ensures that her clients’ specific needs are addressed with precision and consideration.

Beyond her role as counsel, Lily is also a mediator. She facilitates client discussions and helps clients structure settlements that work best for their families. Her mediation process, respectful demeanor, and creative problem-solving help create a safe and productive environment. Lily uses her advanced dispute resolution training to provide additional structure and support to families with complex legal issues or challenging conflict dynamics.

A graduate of the University of Calgary Faculty of Law, Lily was called to the Alberta Bar in 2015. Before joining Oakley Family Law, she worked for a long-established family law firm in Calgary.

When away from the office, Lily enjoys time with family, outdoors and our local arts and culture.