Jamie-Lee Denton
Family Lawyer
Jamie-Lee describes herself as a non-traditional lawyer who firmly believes that our humanness should not cease to exist just because we are working professionals. Her empathetic approach allows her to connect with clients on a deeper level, providing them with the support that they need during challenging legal journeys.
PHONE:
780-809-3545
EMAIL:
jamielee@kurielaw.ca
Biography
Jamie-Lee holds an Honours Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from McMaster University and completed her law degree at the University of Southampton in the U.K. She was admitted to the Alberta Bar in March 2022 and the Saskatchewan Bar in May 2022. Jamie-Lee has a combined 11 years of pre-call and post-call experience in family law, she has a deep understanding of the complexities involved in these cases. Jamie-Lee has worked diligently as a family lawyer in both the public and private sectors, witnessing firsthand the gaps in the administration of justice. This recognition has fueled her desire to bridge the access-to-justice gap through her advocacy.
Outside of work, Jamie-Lee engages a lot of independent learning to advance her aspiration to write and direct films. She wants her work to explore genuine human experiences. When she’s not lawyering, she enjoys spending time with her family, consuming all things film and television, and decompressing in nature.
Education & Work Experience
2007-2012
McMaster University – BA (Honours) English Language and Literature/Letters
2013-2015
University of Southampton – LL.B./JD Pathway
2015-2020
The Family Law Firm – Paralegal
2017 – 2020
Lawyer’d Magazine – Founder & Editor-in-Chief
2021
Sundance College – Legal Assistant Program Instructor
2021 – 2022
Articling Student at Edmonton Area Law Firm
2022
Lawyer at Legal Aid Saskatchewan
2023 – 2026
Founder & Managing Lawyer at The SelfRep Lawyer
2024 – 2026
Lawyer at Calgary Area Law Firm
2026
Lawyer at Kurie Moore Law Group
