About Us

Duncan is the managing partner of Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries and focuses primarily on criminal defence, real estate law, and estate matters. Duncan’s prior work experience includes the roles of Crown prosecutor and then civil litigator for the Government of British Columbia, federal Crown prosecutor for the Government of Canada, and assisting clients with family law, civil litigation, and various other legal matters. In 2010 Duncan opened his firm, now known as Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries, and emphasizes providing professional, courteous and effective service to his clients. When not practicing law, you’ll likely find Duncan downhill skiing, biking, or otherwise outdoors enjoying the beautiful Kootenay area.

Ryan Kary

Ryan has been a lawyer since 2008 and practiced law in Calgary, Alberta until 2018. He joined Smith Alliance after relocating to the Cranbrook area to be closer to his family and enjoy the Rocky Mountains. Ryan has had a varied legal career, including as an associate at the national law firm of Borden Ladner Gervais, two smaller firms, as well as in-house experience at international oil and gas and agricultural firms. Ryan’s experience has been primarily in the areas of Construction Law, Contract Law, Employment Law, Municipal Law, and Civil Litigation, and also provides Family Law services to his clients. Ryan can assist with matters in Cranbrook as well as its surrounding communities.

Amanda Krishan is an associate lawyer and notary at Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries. Her practice is focused on wills & estates, real estate, and immigration law.

Amanda was born and raised in Saskatchewan, where she attended the University of Saskatchewan for her undergraduate and juris doctor degrees. In her spare time, Amanda enjoys exploring the outdoors, travelling, and scuba diving.

Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries is the new owner of the 19 – 10th Ave. S. location, which was formerly owned by Suzanne Ormiston, Notary Public. Suzanne has moved her notary practice to Victoria, BC, but she is also employed remotely by Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries on a casual/on-call basis as and if needed. If Suzanne is working on a Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries matter for you, please contact her using the contact information below.