We’re more than a law firm, we’re like your legal family.
Throughout all that you’re facing, we’re the trusted member of your extended family who’s always there to help.
Our firm is a small group of dedicated professionals committed to criminal defence. We’re more like family than just colleagues. Unlike others practicing criminal law, we’re focused on combining and leveraging our collective experience to look after you and your legal issues.
From our skilled and highly esteemed Partners to the Associates and Support Staff who enhance our collective efforts, at Sitar & Milczarek we’ll look after you like you’re part of our family.
As a well-regarded appellate attorney (one who deals with legal appeals), Kelsey conducts the defence of her clients to preserve all avenues of appeal. She works with her clients to ensure, should it become necessary, that they are in the best possible position to contest their culpability or responsibility for wrongdoing at the Alberta Court of Appeal.
Born and raised in the Calgary area, Kelsey proudly demonstrates her leadership within and beyond the legal community and the clients she serves. She has authored and co-authored numerous articles appearing in the Canadian Criminal Law Review, has mentored students at the University of Calgary’s Faculty of Law and continues to refine her knowledge and practice of criminal defence. In 2018 she completed her Master of Laws advanced degree adding to her already impressive career.
Professional Memberships: Law Society of Alberta; Canadian Bar Association; Criminal Defence Lawyers Association; Criminal Lawyers’ Association; National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Pawel’s criminal practice focuses in the areas of drug offences, criminal driving offences, serious violent crime defence and provincial regulatory infraction defence. When the police or correctional authorities break the law, Pawel continues to represent the firm’s clients in lawsuits to obtain compensation. While wins are common, his extensive experience with written and appellate advocacy gives clients effective legal avenues for appeal.
Born in Poland, Pawel immigrated to Canada at the age of 7. He provides our firm the unique ability to effectively communicate with and represent members of Calgary’s Polish community. As the managing partner of our firm, and the author of our very own Defence Toolkit, Pawel is committed to ensuring the best client experience for all of our clients.
Professional Memberships: Law Society of Alberta; Criminal Defence Lawyers Association; National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; Canadian Bar Association; Canadian Civil Liberties Association; Calgary Bar Association.
Sarah practices at the trial and appellate level, with a particular interest in search and seizure issues and appeals. She’s committed to zealous advocacy, and finding creative and discrete solutions to her client’s problems.
Professional Memberships: Criminal Defence Lawyers Association (having served on the executive); Canadian Bar Association; Criminal Lawyers’ Association; The Advocates’ Society.
During his time at law school, Matthew worked as a teaching assistant for the first year Legal Research and Writing course. He also has experience in agriculture research from his time working for the federal government in the department of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.
Matthew enjoys spending his free time outdoors hiking or inside reading a book. He also has a passion for sports, including hockey, soccer, and football. Matthew occasionally enjoys playing video games and tabletop role-playing games.
In her role as the firm’s receptionist, she often acts as a liaison between the firm and its clients. In addition, she adeptly maintains the firm’s day-to-day communication with the courts, other firms, clients and is often the first impression we make with any caller who phones or visits our office!
Outside of the office, Rebecca enjoys outdoor activities like camping, spending time with her husband, and solving puzzles.
Melanie is currently completing her Bachelor of Arts in Justice Studies through blended residency and online correspondence. She has a particular interest in Restorative Justice and Alternative Measures Programs such as the work that the Calgary Drug Treatment Court offers non-violent offenders suffering from addiction. Upon graduation, Melanie hopes to be able to use her gained knowledge and passion for justice to assist the partners and associates of the firm to find the best possible solutions for each client’s unique circumstances.