Sheryl Manychief

Sheryl brings a rich heritage, hailing from the Blood Tribe in southern Alberta and the Pueblo Indian Nation of Taos Pueblo, New Mexico. This unique background equips her with invaluable insights into the challenges faced by First Nation clients.

Having been called to the Bar of the Law Society of Alberta in 2004, Sheryl joined Maurice Law in 2006. Prior to that, she gained diverse experience, working at a consulting firm and serving as general counsel for a large First Nation. Her responsibilities included advising on corporate and commercial matters, health and child welfare, and Tribal governance.

At Maurice Law, Sheryl specializes in representing First Nation clients across Canada, particularly in resolving specific claims related to Treaty and Aboriginal rights. Her practice involves negotiating and litigating issues such as unlawful surrenders and expropriations of reserve land.

Committed to her professional development, Sheryl is an active member of the Indigenous Bar Association and the Canadian Bar Association. She holds a J.D. from the University of Calgary, where she graduated in 2003, and a B.A. in Canadian Studies from the same institution.

With expertise spanning specific claims, corporate & economic development, tax, and Indigenous governance, Sheryl is dedicated to advocating for the rights and interests of Indigenous communities across Canada.