Charles Hotzel & Associates is a Calgary-based law practice with a focus on real estate, estate planning, corporate matters and civil litigation. The practice is led by Charles Hotzel, a lawyer with long-standing experience in transactional and litigation files, and supports clients across residential and commercial matters with pragmatic legal advice tailored to Alberta law.

The firm has developed a reputation for handling detailed conveyancing, wills and estate administration, corporate documentation and courtroom advocacy with an emphasis on careful file management and measured advocacy. Charles Hotzel & Associates works with individuals, small businesses and executors to resolve legal issues efficiently while paying attention to procedural and evidentiary requirements in dispute matters.

Client service emphasizes clear communication, practical solutions and straightforward fee handling to reduce stress during transactions or disputes. The practice adopts a problem-solving approach that prioritizes timely responses, focused case preparation and practical settlement options where appropriate, while providing firm representation in negotiations and hearings when needed.

About Charles Hotzel & Associates
Practice areas
Real Estate
Private Client
Corporate & Commercial
Lawsuits & Disputes
Immigration

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Real Estate

Handles residential and commercial real estate transactions including purchase and sale closings, title and lien reviews, mortgage and financing documentation, transfer and registration matters, and due diligence to protect client interests in conveyancing and commercial property deals.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Natural Resources
Conveyancing

Private Client

Advises on wills, enduring powers of attorney, estate planning and estate administration, preparing testamentary documents, assisting executors with probate procedures and accounting, and coordinating transfers of assets to minimize administration burden for families and beneficiaries.
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship
Nursing Home Abuse
Probate
Trusts
Will & Testament
Elder Abuse Law

Corporate & Commercial

Provides incorporation and corporate governance services, prepares and reviews shareholder and partnership agreements, negotiates commercial contracts, and assists small and medium enterprises with transactional work, regulatory compliance and pragmatic commercial advice.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Lawsuits & Disputes

Represents clients in civil litigation and dispute resolution, conducting case assessment, pleadings, discovery and courtroom advocacy, while pursuing negotiated settlements or litigation strategies to recover damages or defend client interests in contractual and tort claims.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Immigration

Assists with temporary visas, permanent residency applications and citizenship processes by preparing supporting documentation, advising on procedural requirements and liaising with immigration authorities to help individuals and families navigate application pathways and compliance obligations.
Asylum
Business Visa
Citizenship
Dependent Visa
Permanent Residency
Retirement Visa
Work Permit
Citizenship by Investment
Residence by Investment
Golden Visa

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