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We are proud to serve clients across the Peace Region and throughout Alberta

You deserve a lawyer who actually listens.

At SOAR Law, we listen first. We are honest with you even when the answer is hard to hear. And for most of our services, we charge a flat fee so you know exactly what it costs before we start.

Who We Are

Welcome to SOAR Law, a boutique firm serving the Peace Region and all of Alberta. Our approach is simple: we listen first, so we understand what's really going on before we talk solutions. And when we do talk solutions, we tell you the truth, even when it's not what you hoped to hear. That's what real legal counsel looks like.

Legal matters can feel overwhelming. We get that. Whether you're dealing with an immigration application, a family transition, an estate plan, or a dispute that won't resolve on its own, we'll walk you through it step by step, in plain language, no legal jargon required.

Flat Fees — Fixed Fee Lawyer in Alberta

One clear price agreed before we start. No surprises at the end.

Retainer Representation

For complex matters that need a lawyer beside you from start to finish.

What We Do

Different areas of practice, each available at a fixed rate on select services.

Immigration Law — Immigration Lawyer in the Peace Region

We help individuals and families navigate the Canadian immigration system from start to finish. Whether you are applying for permanent residency, sponsoring a spouse or family member, renewing a work or study permit, applying for citizenship, or dealing with a refugee claim, we are here to make the process clear, manageable, and as straightforward as possible.

  • Permanent Residency (PR) — Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades
  • Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Applications
  • Spousal and Partner Sponsorship — outland and inland
  • Dependent Child and Family Sponsorship
  • Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship
  • Work Permit and Study Permit Applications and Renewals
  • Open Work Permits, including Post-Graduate Work Permits
  • Visitor Visa and Temporary Resident Visa Applications
  • Restoration of Immigration Status
  • Canadian Citizenship Applications
  • Refugee Protection Division (RPD) Claims
  • Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) Appeals
  • Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) Applications
  • Judicial Review Applications to the Federal Court
  • IRCC Refusal Reviews and Reapplications

Family Law — Family Lawyer in the Peace Region

Family law is personal. Whether you are navigating a separation, finalising a divorce, working out parenting arrangements, or simply wanting to protect yourself with a written agreement before you move in with a partner, we handle these matters with care, sensitivity, and practical advice that helps you move forward.

  • Uncontested Divorce
  • Separation Agreements
  • Prenuptial Agreements
  • Postnuptial Agreements
  • Cohabitation Agreements
  • Parenting Agreements and Consent Parenting Orders
  • Child Support Agreements and Orders
  • Spousal Support Agreements
  • Independent Legal Advice (ILA)
  • Variation of Existing Orders
  • Contested Family Law Litigation

Estate Planning — Estate Planning Lawyer in the Peace Region

Planning your estate is one of the most important things you can do for the people you love. It does not have to be complicated. Think of it as making sure the people you care about are taken care of your wishes are followed, and your assets go where you intend them to go. All estate planning services are offered at fixed rates.

  • Wills
  • Enduring Powers of Attorney
  • Personal Directives
  • Estate Packages — will, enduring power of attorney, and personal directive
  • Grant of Probate Applications
  • Estate Administration
  • Multi-Jurisdictional Estate Planning — for clients with assets in more than one jurisdiction, backed by a Certificate in Trust and Estate Administration

Civil Litigation — Civil Litigation, Fixed Fee Lawyer in Alberta

When a disagreement cannot be resolved through negotiation, we are ready to take it to court. We represent individuals and businesses in civil proceedings before Alberta courts. Fixed fees are available for small claims and lower-complexity matters. Retainer-based representation is available for complex litigation.

Notary Services — Notary Public Services

As a commissioned Notary Public, we provide certified true copies, statutory declarations, affidavits, and notarization of documents for personal, corporate, and international purposes.

  • Certified True Copies
  • Statutory Declarations
  • Affidavits
  • Notarization of Documents — personal, corporate, and international purposes

How We Work

We are available by appointment only. Every matter follows the same three steps.

  1. 1

    Consultation

    A conversation about your situation and whether we're the right fit for what you need.

  2. 2

    Clear Quote

    We give you a clear quote before you decide to proceed. If your matter qualifies for a fixed rate, you'll know the full cost upfront.

  3. 3

    Fixed Fee or Retainer

    If your matter is more complex and needs a retainer, we explain exactly how that works and what it covers.

Meet the Team Baker — Lawyer in the Peace Region, Alberta

Shola Baker is a Barrister, Solicitor and Notary Public with eight years of litigation experience across civil disputes, family law, estate planning, and immigration. He holds an LLB from Lagos State University and a Barrister at Law qualification from the Nigerian Law School, and is called to the bar in Nigeria, Ontario, and Alberta.

Shola came to Canada, rebuilt his legal career from the ground up, and chose Alberta as the place to plant roots and build something meaningful. That experience shapes how he practises. He knows what it feels like to navigate an unfamiliar legal system, and he brings that understanding to every client who walks through his door. Beyond his legal practice, he's passionate about making quality legal services accessible to people who've historically been priced out of good representation.

Whether you need someone to advocate for you in court, guide you through an immigration application, protect your estate for the next generation, or help your family through a difficult transition, Shola is ready to walk that road with you.

  • Licensed in Alberta and Ontario
  • Certificate in Trust and Estate Administration (Common Law), Canadian Securities Institute, 2024
  • Associate Member, Chartered Institute of Arbitration, UK
Portrait of Shola Baker, Barrister, Solicitor and Notary Public at SOAR Law

Shola Baker

Barrister, Solicitor & Notary Public

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