Carole Smith Wallace, Family Law Attorney in the United States
Over 56 years of legal practice
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Practicing family law since 1970.
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Carole Smith Wallace is a member based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Family Law. Carole has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carole Smith Wallace.
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- Calgary, AB
- Experience
- over 56 years
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- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Calgary, AB.
- Over 56 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Carole Smith Wallace: Carole Smith Wallace is a member based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Family Law. Carole has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carole Smith Wallace.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Carole takes on
Carole concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carole handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases nationwide
Carole takes family law 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 Carole agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Carole Smith Wallace — family law lawyer in the U.S.
Carole Smith Wallace is a member based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Family Law. Carole has over 56 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carole Smith Wallace.
Carole Smith Wallace is a lawyer practicing family law. Carole received a B.A. degree from University of Calgary in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years. Carole practices at Carole Smith Wallace in Calgary, AB.
How Carole handles family law matters
Carole Smith Wallace is a lawyer practicing family law. Carole received a B.A. degree from University of Calgary in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years. Carole practices at Carole Smith Wallace in Calgary, AB.
The kind of cases Carole takes
Carole reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Alberta
LL.B. · 1969
University of Calgary
B.A. · 1967
Jurisdictions
Carole's state bar admissions
Alberta
1970 · ACTIVE
Carole studied at LL.B. in University of Alberta and B.A. in University of Calgary.
Law school and academic background
Carole completed LL.B. in University of Alberta and B.A. in University of Calgary. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carole runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Carole Smith Wallace's office in Calgary
Carole's primary office is at 4310 17th Ave. S.E., Ste. 202, Calgary, AB, T2A 0T4. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Carole Smith Wallace — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carole usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carole charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carole'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; Carole will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 Carole
Carole discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law 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. Carole confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carole's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Carole Smith Wallace
How much does it cost to hire Carole for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carole walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carole offer a free consultation?
Carole charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carole's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Carole's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in this state typically take?
Simple family law 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. Carole gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carole take my case if I'm outside the area?
Carole evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Carole'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 Carole?
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. Carole will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carole accepting new family law clients right now?
Carole's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.