Heidi graduated from Grant MacEwan (now MacEwan) in 1997 and started her career as a legal assistant in Edmonton.  In 2015 she graduated with a diploma in Paralegal Studies from Capilano University in B.C.  Heidi joined the AAPP in 2013 and became a Director on the Board in early 2017; being elected President in October 2017.  After 7 years as President of the Board she stepped down in October 2024.

 

During her 25+ year career, Heidi has worked in several areas of law, including Oil & Gas, Insurance Defence, Criminal, Regulatory, Civil Litigation,  and Labour & Employment.  The last several years of her career working in law firms focused on WCB and disability claims.

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In 2020, Heidi obtained her Legal Coaching certification and now assists self-represented litigants with document review, preparation, and providing information on our court system.

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After working in law firms from 1997 to 2022, Heidi launched HMS Paralegal Services in 2023.  

 

Heidi is not a lawyer and will not provide you with advice on what you should ask for in court, what she believes to be in your best interests, or the likelihood of success of your matter.  If you require legal advice, Heidi has a network of lawyers that she consults with, and if necessary, will refer you to.

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In her spare time Heidi enjoys spending time with her family and her fur babies, cheering on the Oilers and a whole host of other hobbies.

EDUCATION
Paralegal Studies Diploma, Capilano University, 2015
Legal Assistant Certificate, Grant MacEwan, 1997

CREDENTIALS
Certified Legal Coach, Legal Coaches Association
Alberta Registered Paralegal, AB Assn of Professional Paralegals

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PUBLICATIONS & INTERVIEWS

Regulating Paralegals in Alberta, LawNow.org, July 25, 2022

Regulating Paralegals in Alberta, The News by Alberta Counsel (pg. 5), June 2022

Article on Paralegal Regulation, The Registrar, Winter 2022

Op-Ed: Advocating for Paralegal Regulation in Alberta - The News by Alberta Counsel, March 24, 2023

Paralegals On Fire Podcast - Episode 74 - Paralegal Inspiration Episode - April 2023