Litigation: General Commercial
Alberta
2 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Michael Bokhaut
Canada 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
Provided by Carbert Waite LLP
Canada
Practice Areas
Commercial Litigation, Condominium Law, Construction Litigation.
Career
Michael is a partner and co-chair of the firm's commercial litigation and condominium practice groups. His litigation practice focuses on construction law, commercial litigation, condominium law, and estate litigation. Michael also has substantial experience in oil and gas litigation, commercial landlord-tenant disputes, and in a wide range of insolvency matters.
Michael has extensive experience representing owners, general contractors, and subcontractors in various construction matters including construction liens, deficiency claims, and contractual interpretation issues. Michael is well versed in relevant legislation surrounding builders’ liens and regularly teaches courses to the construction industry.
Michael also volunteers his time by providing free legal advice to the local community and is passionate about mentoring junior lawyers. He volunteers for Pro Bono Alberta, mentors internationally trained lawyers, and is a board member of Global Lawyers of Canada and the Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council.
Awards
Best Lawyer, Corporate and Commercial Litigation
Best Lawyers in Canada
2025
Key sectors
Property, Construction and Infrastructure
Chambers Review
Provided by Chambers
Chambers Canada Guide
Litigation: General Commercial - Alberta
Band 5
Individual Editorial
Michael Bokhaut is co-chair of Carbert Waite's commercial litigation practice. He is noted for his expertise in handling construction and insurance disputes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Michael is my go-to for commercial litigation. He provides pragmatic legal advice and distills information quickly and clearly.
Litigation: General CommercialChambers Canada GuideI have great confidence in his advice due to his transparent and straightforward approach.
Litigation: General CommercialChambers Canada GuideMichael Bokhaut is a very reliable, sophisticated and excellent lawyer!
Litigation: General CommercialChambers Canada Guide
Ranked Individuals at Carbert Waite LLP (5)
Alberta
Dylan Snowdon
Employment & Labour
View profile 
Stephen Torscher
Head of Employment & Labour
View profile 
Curtis Marble
Head of Litigation: General Commercial
View profile Michael Bokhaut
Head of Litigation: General Commercial
View profile
Nationwide - Canada
Michael Waite
Healthcare: Contentious
View profile
What success is built on
Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.