Directing Partners
Conan Taylor
MANAGING PARTNER
Conan Taylor is the founding Managing Partner of Vest Estate Law, a boutique firm specializing in wills and estates across Alberta and BC. Rather than active practice, Conan focuses on team building and strategic growth of the firm’s presence. A former Canadian Armed Forces pilot, he holds degrees from the University of Alberta and Queen’s University. His leadership has established Vest Estate Law as a premier resource for comprehensive estate planning, administration, and litigation services.
Eric Lam
PARTNER
Eric C. Lam is a lawyer in the firm’s Edmonton office. He provides clear legal advice and professional representation to clients involved in wrongful dismissals, review of severance packages, workplace bullying, discrimination, and sexual harassment, as well as other Employment Law matters.
Calgary/Red Deer Estate Law Team
John R. Devlin
ESTATE LITIGATION LAWYER
John’s estate practice has included acting for personal representatives, beneficiaries, and other interested parties in contested applications, mediations, judicial dispute resolution, appeals, and trial. He has appeared before the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta, the Alberta Court of Appeal, the Federal Court, and, on applications for leave, the Supreme Court of Canada.
Wilson McCutchan
WILLS and ESTATES LAWYER
Wilson McCutchan is a lawyer in the firm’s Calgary office. He advises and represents clients on a broad array of estate dispute and litigation matters.
Raveena Gill
WILLS and ESTATE LAWYER
Raveena’s approach focuses on incorporating each particular client’s unique values and goals when determining the best course of action in their matter. Raveena also understands the importance of keeping her clients’ expectations realistic by thoroughly explaining how the law applies to their case and what they can reasonably expect.
Amy Matte
ESTATE SPECIALIST (PARALEGAL)
Amy is an experienced paralegal with over a decade specializing in wills, estates planning, administration, and litigation support. Her background spanning real estate, corporate law, and estate matters provides knowledge to guide clients through complex processes. Known for compassion and clarity, she ensures clients understand each step confidently.
Alethea Keenan
DESIGNATED PARALEGAL
Alethea is a dedicated legal professional who combines strong administrative expertise with a passion for delivering exceptional client service. Throughout her career in legal, financial, and executive support roles, she has built a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and reliability. Whether coordinating complex legal files, managing confidential information, or assisting clients through important life and business matters, Alethea approaches every task with care, accuracy, and a commitment to excellence.
Edmonton Estate Law Team
Lauren Eckstein
ESTATE LITIGATION LAWYER
Lauren has focused her practice on Wills and Estates, including Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship matters. She offers comprehensive legal services in trust and estate planning, estate administration, and estate litigation.
Macy Mirsane
WILLS and ESTATES LAWYER
Macy practises in wills and estates, estate administration, and estate litigation. Her background in corporate and commercial law and real estate informs her estates work. Having advised on commercial transactions, business interests, property, and related legal documents, she brings a broad perspective to estate planning and administration.
Sarah Levine
WILLS and ESTATES LAWYER
Sarah Levine is a lawyer in the firm’s Edmonton office. She carries on a varied practice, focusing on all forms of estate planning and estate administration.
Roni Kohut
SENIOR ESTATE SPECIALIST (PARALEGAL)
Roni is an experienced estate paralegal with more than 35 years in the legal profession and a particular focus on wills and estates since 2010. She has extensive hands-on experience in probate and estate administration and works closely with personal representatives to guide them through the practical steps involved in administering an estate. Known for her approachable and down-to-earth manner, Roni takes pride in making an unfamiliar and often overwhelming process easier for clients to understand and navigate.
Cathy Wiltzen
ESTATE SPECIALIST (PARALEGAL)
Cathy has worked in the legal industry for over five years. She has experience in Estate Planning, Estate Administration, and Litigation, and has assisted lawyers with actions in the Court of King’s Bench and the Court of Appeal. Cathy is also a classically trained clarinetist and performs regularly as a member of the Cosmopolitan Music Society. In her spare time, Cathy enjoys baking, reading, wine tasting, and trying out new restaurants.
Vancouver/Kamloops Estate Law Team
Myron Plett
MANAGING WILLS and ESTATES LAWYER
Myron is a seasoned litigator with nearly twenty years of experience and a broad range of skills that has led to significant successes in the Provincial Court of British Columbia, the Supreme Court of British Columbia. He has also taken his clients to victory before tribunals such as the Residential Tenancy Branch and the BC Human Rights Tribunal.
Jarrett Tilley
WILLS and ESTATES LAWYER
Jarrett’s practice centers on estate litigation and planning for modern families. Jarrett fights for clients facing disinheritance, executor misconduct, and capacity issues, combining technical legal skill with sensitivity to each client’s unique circumstances. Settlement-focused yet litigation-ready, he champions clients’ rights with unwavering commitment.
Alfonso Chen
WILLS and ESTATES LAWYER
Alfonso is a dedicated Mandarin-speaking lawyer specializing in wills, estate planning, and administration since 2018. He supports clients through trauma-informed, culturally sensitive approaches, developing effective strategies to cement their legacy. With empathetic understanding of client wishes, he provides clear advice and turns estate goals into reality.
Kelly Sullivan
DESIGNATED PARALEGAL
Kelly is a highly accomplished Paralegal with an impressive 28-year tenure in the legal industry, specializing in estate administration and estate planning at Vest Estate Law. Her extensive experience and profound knowledge have established her as an invaluable asset to the firm and a trusted advisor to clients.
Jenny Platt
PARALEGAL, LEGAL ASSISTANT
Jenny’s commitment to client care and attention to detail make her an invaluable asset to her legal team. She is eager to assist individuals and families in protecting their assets and ensuring their wishes are carried out effectively. Jenny’s compassionate approach and in-depth knowledge of estate law make her a trusted resource for those seeking guidance in this important area of legal practice.