Sierra Yanush, ADR Attorney in the United States
focused on ADR and Family Law
Dedicated adr attorney.
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Sierra Yanush is an attorney based in Calgary, ALBERTA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law.
- Based in
- Calgary, ALBERTA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law
- Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Calgary, ALBERTA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Sierra Yanush: Sierra Yanush is an attorney based in Calgary, ALBERTA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sierra Yanush
Sierra concentrates on adr and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sierra handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases nationwide
Sierra takes adr 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 Sierra agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases nationwide
Sierra 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 Sierra agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sierra Yanush — Attorney of the U.S. adr experience
Sierra Yanush is an attorney based in Calgary, ALBERTA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law.
Sierra has practiced exclusively in family law since being called to the Alberta Bar in 2016. She is dedicated to working with individuals to find practical solutions to their legal challenges. Sierra emphasizes building strong relationships with her clients through clear communication and setting realistic expectations. She thrives on the complexities of family law and is committed to delivering strategic and effective legal solutions tailored to her clients’ needs.
Sierra is a trained mediator through the Alberta Family Mediation Society and an arbitrator through the National Family Law Arbitration Course. She offers mediation and arbitration services to clients seeking to resolve disputes outside of court through alternative dispute resolution. To support accessibility, she provides these services at reduced hourly rates.
In recognition of her professional excellence, Sierra was named by Best Lawyers: Canada as “One to Watch” in family law in 2024 and in family law and family law arbitration in 2025. This award recognizes lawyers, who are earlier in their careers, for outstanding professional excellence in private practice.
Sierra has been actively involved with the Canadian Bar Association, serving on the Family Law Alberta South Executive since 2020, with her term continuing until 2027. She was also elected to the Canadian Bar Association – Alberta Board of Directors for a two-year term beginning in 2024. Sierra has published and lectured for the Legal Education Society of Alberta on topics such as child support considerations for children with disabilities, determining income when the payor is self-employed, and the impact of the status quo in interim parenting applications.
Sierra holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Philosophy from Queen’s University (2010), a Master of Arts in Philosophy from Wilfrid Laurier University (2011), and a Juris Doctor from the University of Calgary (2015).
Outside of her legal practice, Sierra is passionate about exploring the mountains on foot or skis, reading, and spending time with her three sisters. She actively volunteers with the Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association and has previously contributed to the Wildwood Community Association Board of Directors, Kids Up Front, and the Association of Women Lawyers.
How Sierra handles adr matters
Sierra has practiced exclusively in family law since being called to the Alberta Bar in 2016. She is dedicated to working with individuals to find practical solutions to their legal challenges. Sierra emphasizes building strong relationships with her clients through clear communication and setting realistic expectations. She thrives on the complexities of family law and is committed to delivering…
The kind of cases Sierra takes
Sierra reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and family law matters in the United States.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Sierra Yanush
Sierra has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Arbitration (2026).
Locations
Sierra Yanush's office in Calgary
Sierra's primary office is at 635 8 Ave SW #2030, Calgary, Alberta. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Sierra Yanush — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sierra usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sierra charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sierra'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; Sierra will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Sierra
Sierra discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Sierra confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sierra's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sierra Yanush
How much does it cost to hire Sierra for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sierra walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sierra offer a free consultation?
Sierra charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sierra's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Sierra's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in this state typically take?
Simple adr 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. Sierra gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sierra take my case if I'm outside the area?
Sierra evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Sierra'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 Sierra?
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. Sierra will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sierra accepting new adr clients right now?
Sierra's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.