John-Paul Okei
Principal Counsel
“Justice should not only be presumed to be done, but should be seen to be done.”
John-Paul Okei
Areas of practice
John-Paul Okei practices in the areas of criminal law, family law, personal injury law, wills and estate law, immigration law, and business law.
Approach to client matters
His approach is to resolve client matters efficiently wherever possible, with litigation treated as a last resort when appropriate. This approach helps clients manage cost while still receiving strong and focused legal representation.
John-Paul advocates for his clients with the belief that justice should not only be presumed to be done, but should be seen to be done.
Experience
He has appeared before several levels of courts and administrative tribunals in the Province of Alberta. John-Paul was called to the Alberta Bar in 2021 and completed his articling at EO Law Firm in Calgary, where he gained experience across diverse areas of law.
Education
- Called to the Nigerian Bar, 2008
- Diploma in International Law, Valencia, Spain
- Baccalaureate Diploma in International Business, Thompson Rivers University, British Columbia
Outside of practice
John-Paul volunteers, provides pro bono support, and enjoys hiking, reading, and soccer.