Maureen Elizabeth McCartney-Cameron

Originally from Northwestern Ontario, Maureen holds degrees from the University of Western Ontario (1994, BA, Hons. (Gold Medalist); St. Andrews University, Scotland (1996, M.Litt, with distinction), and the University of Ottawa (2000, LL.B., Magna Cum Laude). While studying to become a lawyer, Maureen gained legal work experience in Ontario, the United States and the United Kingdom.

Maureen was recognized by Best Lawyers for her work in Personal Injury Litigation from 2022-2026.

Outside of work, Maureen may be found riding the rails with her train-loving son; cheering on her daughter at dance performances; or walking with her husband near water, preferably the north shore of Lake Superior in Northwestern Ontario; the Fife Coast of the North Sea in Scotland; or the Central Pacific Coast of California.

Maureen is a Past President of the Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association (ACTLA), which advocates for a strong civil justice system that protects the rights of all Albertans. She is also a Past Chair of the Personal Injury Subsection of the Canadian Bar Association – Alberta and previously served as a member of the Credentials and Education Committee of the Law Society of Alberta. In addition, Maureen has been a volunteer facilitator with the Legal Education Society of Alberta’s "CPLED" Bar Admission Course and is a presently a volunteer lawyer with Pro Bono Law Alberta. She is currently a member of the Board of the Progressive Alternatives Society of Calgary (PASC), a non-profit organization that supports people with developmental disabilities to become a valuable part of the work force, engage in the community and have fulfilling careers.

Maureen is a frequent contributor to continuing legal education seminars, and has presented at, and provided academic papers for, programs facilitated by ACTLA and the Legal Education Society of Alberta, among other forums.