Nne Christiana Udo
Calgary
Summary
Accomplished family law lawyer with over 30 years of experience across Nigeria and Canada. Admitted to the Nigerian Bar (1993), the Bar of Upper Canada (2014), and the Alberta Bar (2014). Founder of Thebil-Legal, a family law practice dedicated to advocating for vulnerable populations and mentoring internationally trained lawyers. Recognized for significant contributions to the advancement of justice, child representation, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion within the legal profession.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Principal Lawyer
Thebil-Legal
01.2014 - Current
- Established a thriving family law practice representing clients in high-conflict and routine family matters.
- Member of Legal Aid of Alberta family law Roster since 2014 and represented over 300 clients
- Appointed to as pioneer member of Child Representation Panel (Legal Aid Alberta) with over 100 child clients represented since 2022.
- Serve as Duty Counsel and Emergency Protection Order Counsel, specializing in custody, parenting, divorce, and child welfare.
- Provide pro bono services through Legal Aid Alberta and independently, ensuring access to justice for vulnerable clients.
- Maintain a consistent 4.7-star client rating on Google Reviews.
Education
L.L. B (Hons) -
University of Nigeria
Enugu07-1992
Called To The Nigerian Bar
Lagos, Nigeria08-1993
Masters in Law -
Bayero University
Kano, Nigeria01.2007
Called To The Law Society of Upper Canada
Toronto, ON09-2014
Called To The Alberta Bar
Calgary, AB12-2014
Skills
- Family Law & Child Welfare
- Mentorship & Professional Training
- Diversity & Inclusion Advocacy
- Access to Justice & Pro Bono Service
- Risk Management & Policy Development
Affiliations
- Canadian Bar Association Member
- Calgary Bar Association Member
- Law Society of Alberta Member
- Alberta Internationally Trained Female Lawyers Mentoring Network (Founder)
- Calgary Legal Guidance (Volunteer Roster Lawyer)
Timeline
Founder & Principal Lawyer
Thebil-Legal
01.2014 - Current
L.L. B (Hons) -
University of Nigeria
Called To The Nigerian Bar
Masters in Law -
Bayero University
Called To The Law Society of Upper Canada
Called To The Alberta Bar
CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
- Appointed Member, COVID-19 Action Committee, Provincial Court of Alberta:
- Represented immigrant lawyers and influenced inclusive remote hearing policies.
- Provided policy feedback to ensure equitable access to justice throughout the pandemic.
- Over 10 years as Legal Aid Alberta Roster Lawyer, specializing in family law.
- Collaborated with schools, medical professionals, and community groups to ensure children’s voices are central in court proceedings.
- Educate immigrant communities on child welfare laws and parenting standards in Alberta.
CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE LEGAL PROFESSION
- Internationally Trained Lawyers (ITL) Series: Collaborated with the Law Society of Alberta to document challenges of immigrant lawyers and propose integration solutions.
- Founder, Alberta Internationally Trained Female Lawyers Mentoring Network (Registered Charity):
- Provide structured mentorship, articling opportunities, and hands-on training.
- Organized Continuing Legal Education workshops with Legal Aid Alberta.
- Personally funded breakfast meetings and events to ensure inclusivity.
- Successfully articled several students now admitted to the Alberta Bar.
- Mentor for new lawyers joining the Legal Aid Alberta roster, offering court shadowing and trial training.
COMMUNITY SERVICE & VOLUNTEER WORK
- Women's Centre of Calgary, Volunteer Lawyer & Chair, Risk Committee.
- Calgary Legal Guidance – Volunteer Lawyer and financial contributor.
- Southside Victory Church – Assisted in developing Child Safety Manual and child protection initiatives.
- Provide ongoing pro bono services in family law, particularly spousal and child support matters.