Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Bonnyville, Alberta
Kress Law has been meeting the legal needs of clients in Alberta since 1972. Our team prioritizes excellent client service, delivering work of the same quality as large firms while maintaining timely execution. With deep roots in the Bonnyville and Cold Lake communities, we serve fourth- and fifth-generation families, offering personalized service without interruption. Our practice spans real estate, estate planning, corporate law, and dispute resolution, supported by a team of experienced lawyers and paralegals. Kristen Kress, principal of the firm, brings expertise in business law and estate planning, informed by a background in tax and accounting.We focus on practical, cost-effective solutions tailored to individual client needs. Our continuity of service ensures clients benefit from a small, nimble firm with decades of local knowledge. We store estate planning documents from decades past and maintain a commitment to resolving legal matters efficiently. Our team includes specialists in real estate conveyancing, estate administration, and family law, all dedicated to advancing client interests. With offices in Bonnyville, we combine generational experience with a forward-looking approach to legal service.
Services
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Estate Administration
Mediation Services
Debt Recovery
Corporate Law
Legal Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience serving Alberta communities.
- Our team delivers large-firm quality with personalized service.
- We specialize in practical solutions for local families and businesses.
- Our lawyers maintain deep roots in Bonnyville and the Lakeland region.
- We combine generational experience with modern legal expertise.
What people say
Personalized service
Generational expertise
Efficient case handling
Clear communication
Local knowledge
Services
Real Estate Law
Our team handles all aspects of real estate transactions in Alberta, from first-time home purchases to complex commercial deals. We ensure legally sound processes for residential, agricultural, and commercial properties. Our experience spans title searches, mortgage registrations, and contract negotiations.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans that reflect client wishes while addressing tax implications and family dynamics. Services include wills, powers of attorney, and trust structures. Our lawyers help clients avoid probate complications and ensure smooth asset transfers.
Estate Administration
We guide personal representatives through estate settlement processes, including asset inventory, debt resolution, and distribution. Our support covers simple estates to complex multi-generational matters. We assist with court filings and tax compliance requirements.
Debt Recovery
We help businesses recover outstanding debts through lien enforcement, security realization, and litigation. Our approach balances assertive collection actions with commercial relationship preservation. Services include drafting demand letters and court proceedings.
Mediation Services
We facilitate alternative dispute resolution for legal conflicts, helping parties reach mutually acceptable solutions. Our mediators maintain neutrality while addressing contractual disputes, property matters, and business conflicts. This process often reduces litigation costs and timelines.
People
Kristen Kress
Principal Lawyer
Principal of Kress Law with expertise in business law and estate planning. Graduated from University of Alberta with law and commerce degrees. Specializes in tax-related legal matters and small business representation. Maintains STEP Canada membership for advanced estate planning knowledge.
Jennifer Costigan
Associate Lawyer
Strategic advisor focusing on practical legal solutions for individual clients. Handles diverse matters including contract disputes and civil litigation. Brings analytical approach to resolving complex legal issues while prioritizing client communication and understanding.
Krista Balsom
Student-at-Law
New family law specialist assisting with divorce proceedings, child support, and adoption cases. Combines legal training with community engagement experience. Focuses on compassionate representation during sensitive family transitions.
Karley Clarke
Paralegal
Estate administration specialist with expertise in foreclosure processes. Ensures meticulous document preparation and procedural compliance. Provides critical support for complex estate settlements and property transactions.
Hiroshi Amupitiya
Real Estate Conveyancer
Experienced real estate conveyancer managing property transactions since 2010. Handles title transfers, mortgage registrations, and closing documentation. Cross-trained in office operations to provide flexible support across practice areas.
Questions
What areas of law does Kress Law specialize in?
We focus on real estate transactions, estate planning and administration, business law, debt recovery, and mediation services. Our practice also includes notarial services and general litigation matters.
Do you serve clients outside Bonnyville?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Alberta's Lakeland region including Cold Lake, St. Paul, and surrounding communities. Our team has experience handling matters across the province.
What experience does the firm have with estate matters?
We've handled estate planning and administration since 1972, including multi-generational family estates. Our services cover will preparation, probate processes, and complex estate settlements.
Are there payment plans available for legal services?
We discuss billing arrangements during initial consultations. While we don't offer formal payment plans, we provide transparent cost estimates and work with clients to manage legal expenses effectively.
Reviews (2)
Joel Dechaine
Feb 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Kristen and her team have been a great partner and a pleasure to work with.
Kristen and her team have been a great partner and a pleasure to work with.
Kelso Brennan
Sep 19, 2017
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I've closed many deals at Kress Law, from business M&A to residential and commercial real estate purchases and sales. I'm always impressed at their ability to put deals together quickly, and also the attention to detail in each transaction.
