Ward Hansen

Ward Hanson

Barrister and Solicitor
Assiff-Law-Ward-488

Our personal injury lawyers help people throughout the province of Alberta and are based in Edmonton.

About Ward

Ward has been a litigation lawyer in Alberta since he was called to the bar in 1998. He has a broad range of experience in a variety of areas of litigation but more recently his practice has been focused on personal injury litigation. 

Ward has conducted trials and appeals at all levels of the Alberta Courts including serious injury claims involving brain injuries, chronic pain, serious orthopedic injuries, and fatalities.  Ward also has extensive experience with alternative dispute resolution and has conducted numerous judicial dispute resolutions and mediations all with a view to achieving an efficient and fair resolution for his clients’ claims.

In his spare time, Ward enjoys cycling and the outdoors.  In the past, he has run numerous marathons and has participated in a number of Ironman triathlons.

Ward's Credentials

Education

  • diploma icon
    University of Alberta
    LLB, 1997
  • diploma icon
    University of Calgary
    B.S.W., 1988
  • diploma icon
    University of Alberta
    BA, 1986
  • Professional Memberships

  • scale icon
    Canadian Bar Association
    Current Member
  • scale icon
    Law Society of Alberta
    Current Member
  • scale icon
    ACTLA Alberta Civil Trial Lawyer’s Association
    Member
  • Achievements & Leadership

  • scale icon
    Best Lawyers 2023
    Named as one of 2023 Best Lawyers for Personal Injury Litigation in Canada in Best Lawyers, based on peer reviews, lawyer feedback, the caliber of each lawyer in their practice area and geographical area and being a member in good standing with the LSA
  • Contact Ward

    Free Consultation

    Let's Get Started

    We’re ready to fight for you. We’re ready to get you the justice you deserver. And we’re ready to start right now.