Laura MacFarlane, Employment Attorney in the United States
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Insurance
PartneratField Law
Practicing employment since 2010.
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Laura MacFarlane is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Laura has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Field Law.
- Based in
- Calgary, AB
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Insurance
- Handles Employment, General, and Insurance matters from Calgary, AB.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Laura MacFarlane: Laura MacFarlane is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Laura has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Field Law.
Areas of practice
Laura's practice areas in the U.S.
Laura concentrates on employment, general, insurance, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Laura handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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General
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Insurance
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IP
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Litigation
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Employment cases nationwide
Laura 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Laura 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases nationwide
Laura takes insurance 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
IP cases nationwide
Laura takes ip 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Laura 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Biography
Laura MacFarlane, employment attorney serving the U.S.
Laura MacFarlane is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Insurance. Laura has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Field Law. Laura works from the U.S. and takes on employment matters across the region.
Laura MacFarlane is a lawyer practicing insurance, emerging technology, intellectual property + technology and 3 other areas of law. Laura received a degree from Saint Mary's University in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years. Laura practices at Field Law in Calgary, AB.
Working with Laura on a employment matter
Laura MacFarlane is a lawyer practicing insurance, emerging technology, intellectual property + technology and 3 other areas of law. Laura received a degree from Saint Mary's University in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years. Laura practices at Field Law in Calgary, AB.
Clients Laura works with
Laura reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and insurance matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Laura studied and practices
Saint Mary's University
Bachelor · 2004
Jurisdictions
Laura's state bar admissions
Alberta
2010 · ACTIVE
Laura studied at Bachelor in Saint Mary's University.
Law school and academic background
Laura completed Bachelor in Saint Mary's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Laura runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Laura's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations Calgary Bar Association Member 2009-Present Law Society of Alberta Member 2009-Present
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Locations
Laura MacFarlane's office in Calgary
Laura's primary office is at 400 - 444 7 AVE SW, Calgary, AB, AB T2P 0X8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Laura MacFarlane — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Laura usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Laura charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura'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; Laura 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 Laura
Laura 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. Laura confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Laura'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 Laura MacFarlane
How much does it cost to hire Laura for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Laura walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Laura offer a free consultation?
Laura charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Laura'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. Laura gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Laura take my case if I'm outside the area?
Laura evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Laura'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 Laura?
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. Laura will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Laura accepting new employment clients right now?
Laura's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.