Dave R. Shynkar, Q.C.

Dave was born in Toronto, but has lived in Alberta since 1964. He was married to Michelle in 1979 and has two children. He obtained an honours degree in English Literature in 1983 and a Bachelor of Laws degree in 1986.

Dave has been with the firm since 1986, and his practice has become primarily civil litigation and estates.

Dave and his family have been active in a variety of community recreational activities including soccer, gymnastics, playgroup, skiing, swimming and Tae Kwon Do. Dave has been involved in a number of local organizations over the years. Currently, he is president of Peace Regional Victim Services and a board member of the Legal Aid Appeals Committee.

In 2000, Dave was named a Queen's Counsel by the Government of the Province of Alberta.