Our Team

Our team at Schnell Hardy Jones LLP is a diverse group of legal professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to the table. With our long-standing presence in Red Deer and Central Alberta, our seasoned lawyers offer a wealth of knowledge acquired over more than 50 years of practice.

Meet The Team

Rick E. Howarth, Partner

Rick has over 30 years of experience in the field of Family Law and has appeared at every level of Court in Alberta. He was born and raised in Red Deer and has been a Partner at Schnell Hardy Jones since 1994.

Areas of Practice: Real Estate, Family Law

University of Calgary | Bachelor of Arts in Psychology | 1989

University of Calgary | Juris Doctor | 1992

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Trista D. Carey, Partner

Trista is a Partner practicing in the fields of Wills & Estates, Estate Administration, Real Estate, Corporate/ Commercial Law, and Adult Guardianship & Trusteeship.

Areas of Practice: Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Corporate / Commercial, Guardianship & Trusteeship

University of Lethbridge | Bachelor of Management with Great Distinction | 1999

University of Calgary | Juris Doctor | 2005

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Allison P. Brett, Partner

Allison is a partner practicing primarily in the field of Family Law and she has experience representing clients on all types of family law issues, with a focus on the collaborative process. She can also assist clients with their real estate transactions.

Areas of Practice: Family Law, Real Estate Law

University of Calgary| Bachelor of Arts in Psychology | 2007

University of Alberta | Juris Doctor | 2010

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Evan C. Hardy, Partner

Born and raised in Red Deer, Evan joined the partnership in 2014. He serves clients in the areas of Corporate/Commercial, Real Estate, Wills and Estates, and Condominium Law.

Areas of Practice: Corporate/Commercial Law, Real Estate Law, Estate Planning, Condominium Law

University of Alberta | Bachelor of Commerce | 2007

University of Alberta | LLB | 2010

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