Francis K. Akinnuoye, B.A., LL.B., LL.M.
Managing Lawyer
Francis K. Akinnuoye is the Managing Lawyer at FRANCIS LAW, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to his role. With a diverse background in law and a commitment to serving his clients and community, Francis is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and guidance.
Areas of Practice:
- Personal Injury Law
- Family Law
- Real Estate Law
Biography:
Francis was raised in Calgary and has pursued an extensive education and career in law. He holds the following degrees:
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (Honours GPA) from the University of Calgary’s Faculty of Social Sciences.
- Bachelor of Laws Honours’ degree from Cardiff University’s Faculty of Law.
- Master of Laws (Common Law) degree from the University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Law’s Graduate Law Program.
Francis is a Member of the Bar of both the Law Society of British Columbia and the Law Society of Alberta. He articled in Vancouver, B.C., and was called to the B.C. Bar as a Barrister, Solicitor, and Notary Public in 2013. He was subsequently called to the Alberta Bar in 2014.
Legal Approach:
Francis brings a unique approach to litigation matters, encouraging parties to settle rather than engage in protracted disputes. He believes that settling disputes saves parties costly legal fees and emotional harm.
Legal Experience:
Francis has appeared at all levels of Court in Alberta, including the Provincial Court, the Court of Queen’s Bench, and the Court of Appeal. He has also appeared before the Supreme Court of British Columbia and the Provincial Court of British Columbia (Criminal and Family Division), as well as before Government Administrative Tribunals.
Academic Achievements:
During his academic career, Francis accomplished the following:
- Law School Dissertation: ‘The Decline of Traditional Marriage’
- Semi-finalist, Moot Team, Cardiff Law School
- Undergraduate Honours’ Thesis: ‘The Genocide in Rwanda’
Community Involvement:
Francis is actively involved in the community and is a member of various professional and civic organizations, including:
- Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association
- The Law Society of Alberta
- The Law Society of British Columbia (Non-Practicing)
- The Canadian Bar Association (National Member)
- The Canadian Bar Association – Alberta Branch (Real Estate Section Member)
- Calgary Chamber of Commerce
- Rotary Club of Calgary Chinook
- Professional Athlete Advisor and Player Representative
He has also volunteered in various capacities, including as a guest speaker, youth mentor, and member of the board of directors of the Evangelical Housing Society of British Columbia.
Personal Interests:
In his spare time, Francis enjoys outdoor activities and has a passion for the game of ice hockey.
Contact Information
Francis can be reached at:
Phone: (587) 353-5535
