April Kosten, Employment Attorney in the United States
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Securities
AssociateatDentons Canada LLP
Practicing employment since 2009.
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April Kosten is an associate based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Employment and Securities. April has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
- Based in
- Calgary, AB
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Employment · Securities
- Handles Employment and Securities matters from Calgary, AB.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About April Kosten: April Kosten is an associate based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Employment and Securities. April has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP.
Areas of practice
April's practice areas in the U.S.
April concentrates on employment and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case April handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases nationwide
April takes employment 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 April agrees to represent you.
Securities cases nationwide
April takes securities 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 April agrees to represent you.
Biography
April Kosten, employment attorney serving the U.S.
April Kosten is an associate based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Employment and Securities. April has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. April works from the U.S. and takes on employment matters across the region.
April Kosten is a lawyer practicing employment and labor, privacy and security. April received a B.A. degree from University of Calgary in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years. April practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Calgary, AB.
Working with April on a employment matter
April Kosten is a lawyer practicing employment and labor, privacy and security. April received a B.A. degree from University of Calgary in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years. April practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Calgary, AB.
Clients April works with
April reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and securities matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where April studied and practices
University of Alberta
LL.B. · 2008
University of Calgary
B.A. Economics · 2005
Jurisdictions
April's state bar admissions
Alberta
2009 · ACTIVE
April studied at LL.B. in University of Alberta and B.A. Economics in University of Calgary.
Law school and academic background
April completed LL.B. in University of Alberta and B.A. Economics in University of Calgary. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice April runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
April's professional memberships and bar associations
Activities and Affiliations •Ms
membership
Kosten is a member of the Law Society of Alberta, the Calgary Bar Association, the Canadian Bar Association and the Canadian Association of Counsel to Employers
membership
Locations
April Kosten's office in Calgary
April's primary office is at 15th Floor Bankers Court, 850 - 2nd Street SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 0R8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dentons Canada LLP
15th Floor Bankers Court, 850 - 2nd Street SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0R8
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How to hire April Kosten — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with April usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
April charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain April'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; April will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 April
April discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. April confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
April's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about April Kosten
How much does it cost to hire April for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. April walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does April offer a free consultation?
April charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain April's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check April's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in this state typically take?
Simple employment 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. April gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can April take my case if I'm outside the area?
April evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside April'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 April?
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. April will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is April accepting new employment clients right now?
April's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.