Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C., Business Attorney in the United States
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment Contracts, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDentons Canada LLP
Practicing business since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C. is a partner based in Edmonton, AB. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and General. Cheryl has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Edmonton, AB
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment Contracts · General
- Handles Business, Employment Contracts, and General matters from Edmonton, AB.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C.: Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C. is a partner based in Edmonton, AB. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and General. Cheryl has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C.
Cheryl concentrates on business, employment contracts, general, irs, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cheryl handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment Contracts
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Tax
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Tax Litigation
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Trusts
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Estate Planning
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Business cases nationwide
Cheryl takes business matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases nationwide
Cheryl takes employment contracts matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Cheryl takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
IRS cases nationwide
Cheryl takes irs matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Cheryl takes litigation matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C. — Over 35 years of the U.S. business experience
Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C. is a partner based in Edmonton, AB. The practice focuses on Business, Employment Contracts, and General. Cheryl has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Cheryl A. Gibson, Q.C. is a lawyer practicing business structures and tax planning, corporate taxation, estate and trust planning and 14 other areas of law. Cheryl A. received a degree from Arizona State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. Cheryl A. practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Edmonton, AB.
How Cheryl handles business matters
Cheryl A. Gibson, Q.C. is a lawyer practicing business structures and tax planning, corporate taxation, estate and trust planning and 14 other areas of law. Cheryl A. received a degree from Arizona State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years. Cheryl A. practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Edmonton, AB.
Who Cheryl represents
Cheryl reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment contracts, and general matters in the United States.
Credentials
Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C.'s legal education and bar admissions
Arizona State University
B.Sc. Arizona · 1986
Jurisdictions
Cheryl's state bar admissions
Ontario
1991 · ACTIVE
Alberta
1991 · ACTIVE
Cheryl studied at B.Sc. Arizona in Arizona State University.
Law school and academic background
Cheryl completed B.Sc. Arizona in Arizona State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cheryl runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C.
Cheryl has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Cheryl's professional memberships and bar associations
of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Alberta, 2002 In the Media • Quoted in Company's 'about face' on appeals fails with Tax Court, Article by Jennifer Brown, Canadian Lawyer Magazine , April 15, 2013 • Quoted in Court rejects challenge to transfe
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Locations
Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C.'s office in Edmonton
Cheryl's primary office is at 2900 Manulife Place, 10180 - 101 Street, Edmonton, AB, T5J 3V5. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dentons Canada LLP
2900 Manulife Place, 10180 - 101 Street
Edmonton, AB T5J 3V5
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Client reviews of Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C. — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Cheryl. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in your area.
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How to hire Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cheryl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cheryl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Cheryl will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Cheryl
Cheryl discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Cheryl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cheryl's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cheryl A. Gibson Q.C.
How much does it cost to hire Cheryl for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cheryl walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cheryl offer a free consultation?
Cheryl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Cheryl's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Cheryl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cheryl take my case if I'm outside the area?
Cheryl evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Cheryl's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Cheryl?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Cheryl will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cheryl accepting new business clients right now?
Cheryl's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.