Cuming & Gillespie | Calgary, Alberta, Canada
A lawyer since 2013
Based on 1 Reviews
In 2008, Maia embarked on her professional journey at the Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary, earning a Bachelor of Commerce. She furthered her education at the University of Saskatchewan, where she was awarded a Juris Doctor degree in 2012. That same year marked the beginning of her legal career at Cuming & Gillespie LLP, where she started as an articling student, eventually becoming a Partner in 2020.
Her legal career is distinguished by her dedication to representing individuals and families who have suffered due to medical malpractice, personal injury, and professional negligence, always standing against insurers. Maia has a broad courtroom experience across Alberta and Saskatchewan, and her prior role as a Judicial Clerk in Alberta's Court of Queen’s Bench has deeply informed her understanding of the judiciary system. This background, combined with her extensive involvement in alternate dispute resolution, including private mediations and Judicial Dispute Resolution conferences, underscores her comprehensive legal expertise.
Maia's commitment to her clients is profound, driven by a genuine passion for safeguarding the rights of Albertans. Her approachability and dedication are evident in every case she handles, ensuring those affected by negligence receive the advocacy they need.
Beyond the courtroom, Maia is deeply engaged in pro bono and volunteer work. She has contributed significantly to the legal community through her involvement with the Legal Education Society of Alberta, coaching new articling students, and participating in the executive teams of both the CBA Health Law South Section and the Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association. Her efforts in education and community service extend to presenting at legal seminars, lecturing at the University of Calgary, and leading fundraising initiatives that have collectively raised significant amounts for local causes.
Maia's life outside the office is filled with travel, fitness, and family time, striving to balance her professional commitments with personal fulfillment.
Testimonials from clients like S.V.P, D.Z, and S.S. praise her for her compassionate, professional, and effective representation, highlighting her significant impact on their lives and legal outcomes.
Maia's expertise has also been recognized in media outlets, where she has offered insights on medical malpractice issues and the challenges facing Alberta's court system during the pandemic. Her appearances on platforms such as CTV News and the Inside Medical Malpractice podcast reflect her standing as a thought leader in her field.
Her bar admission in Alberta in 2013 and numerous affiliations with legal organizations underscore her respected position in the legal community. Maia's leadership roles, particularly with the Alberta Civil Trial Lawyers Association and her participation in various legal boards, demonstrate her commitment to the advancement of legal practice and community service in Alberta.