M. Joseph Redman

Partner

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Practice Description

For Joey, the interaction between citizens and the state is the heart of public law. Joey’s practice includes administrative law, municipal and planning law, professional regulation and civil litigation. His practice involves advising and representing administrative decision makers and regulators, and he regularly appears on behalf of clients in appellate matters and judicial review. He has appeared before all levels of Court in Alberta, the Federal Court and Federal Court of Appeal, and as lead Appellant counsel before the Supreme Court of Canada.

Background

Joey’s interest in public law sprang from an early interest in politics and government. He has a deep understanding of the policy environment built on his undergraduate studies in political science followed by practical experience working in the Alberta legislature, serving first as a legislative assistant and later as an assistant to a Minister of the Crown.

Joey is a committed leader and participant in his community. He currently serves as Chair of the Canadian Bar Association (CBA) National Administrative Law branch, as part of a five-year term on the executive. He served for several years on the executive of the CBA Alberta North Administrative Law branch including two years as co-Chair. During law school he was an elected representative on the Law Students’ Association, served as Student Representative on the Law Faculty Council and Faculty Hiring Committee, and Captained the Law School Rugby Team.

Joey maintains a close connection with the University of Alberta Faculty of Law, where he teaches Advanced Administrative Law as a sessional instructor. He has guest lectured on administrative law and aboriginal law topics and frequently acts as a moot court judge. He has also volunteered his time as coach of the U of A Panda Bearristers Rugby team since 2017.

Recognition

2017 – Shoctor Award in Law, for academic standing and significant contribution to student life at the University
2017 – Laskin Moot Court Competition, 5th place factum
2016 – William Gordon Egbert Prize in Administrative Law, for outstanding merit in Administrative Law
2016 – Alberta Court of Appeal Moot Court Competition, winner of the 2016 Alberta Challenge Cup
2015 – Roger S. Smith Undergraduate Student Research Award, Faculty of Law Research Assistant

Education & Call To The Bar

2018 – Admitted to the Law Society of Alberta
2017 – J.D. – University of Alberta
2010 – B.A. – University of Calgary

In His Own Words

My practice involves some of the broadest principles of law: democracy, fairness, and the Rule of Law — and sees life breathed into these principles every day. I help my clients grapple with the practical impact of decisions of government on individuals, other state actors, professionals, municipalities and corporations. I enjoy working with people that are “on the ground”, each working to build our country, our province, and our local communities.

Away From The Office

Joey and his wife are intrepid travellers, including trips to Mongolia, Malta and Gozo, and the Faroe Islands. He loves experiencing other cultures, foods, and ways of life. When he travels, he will always take the time to pose for a cheesy photo in front of a state capital.

Joey is an avid cyclist and currently counts three bikes (road, mountain, hybrid) in his personal inventory. He is known among his friends to be a board game and Dungeons & Dragons night instigator, which is often only a thinly veiled excuse to test out new recipes on captive subjects.