57/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 205 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Business Lawyers in Cochrane, AB: 2026 rankings
27 business lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Cochrane: Cougle + Co. │ Real Estate + Business Law, LFR Score 57/100; 4.9★ from 205 Google reviews.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Ivy Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 27.
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Most-reviewed: Shim Law - Divorce, Litigation, Criminal, Real Estate, Employment, Business and Immigration, 474 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 27 ranked; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
27 Cochrane business lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 3 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 27 rated law firms.
Most of this list also appears on the Business lawyers in Calgary ranking. See Business lawyers in Calgary
Top 10 business lawyers in Cochrane at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cougle + Co. │ Real Estate + Business Law | 57 | 4.9★ (205) | Calgary, 29 km away | — | Top score |
| 2 | Virtual Law Group Canada - Real Estate Lawyers, Personal Injury, Immigration, Family Law, Business Law | 57 | 5.0★ (180) | Calgary, 35 km away | — | — |
| 3 | Ivy Law | 55 | 4.8★ (53) | Calgary, 33 km away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 4 | Keystone Legal | 54 | 5.0★ (34) | Cochrane | — | — |
| 5 | Shim Law - Divorce, Litigation, Criminal, Real Estate, Employment, Business and Immigration | 53 | 4.6★ (474) | Calgary, 31 km away | — | Most reviews |
| 6 | Phoenix Legal | 53 | 4.8★ (141) | Calgary, 35 km away | Sat | — |
| 7 | Jade Sunrise Law | 52 | 4.9★ (127) | Calgary, 31 km away | — | — |
| 8 | DIMIC LAW – Corporate, Business & Litigation Lawyers | 52 | 4.8★ (94) | Calgary, 37 km away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Shory Law LLP | 52 | 4.6★ (363) | Calgary, 37 km away | — | — |
| 10 | Forum Law LLP Calgary | 51 | 5.0★ (71) | Calgary, 32 km away | — | — |
All 27 business lawyers in Cochrane, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Calgary, 35 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 180 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#3 Ivy Law
Based in Calgary, 33 km away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Cochrane
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 474 Google reviews, the most in Cochrane.
Based in Calgary, 35 km away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 141 Google reviews.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 127 Google reviews.
Based in Calgary, 37 km away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 94 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Calgary, 37 km away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 363 Google reviews.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 71 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#11 Outsiders Law
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 81 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 94 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#13 AB LAW
Based in Calgary, 37 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 136 Google reviews.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#15 JK Law
Based in Calgary, 35 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 82 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#16 Robertson LLP
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 80 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#17 Badyal Legal
Based in Calgary, 30 km away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#18 Du Plooy Law
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#19 Agahi Law
Based in Calgary, 36 km away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#20 Gusto Law
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General practice attorney”.
#22 Realty One Legal
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
#23 Neumann Law
Based in Calgary, 35 km away
48/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
#24 Lacourcière LLP
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
47/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#25 Ivy Law
Based in Calgary, 40 km away
46/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
How we ranked Cochrane business lawyers
We scored 27 Cochrane business lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Cochrane data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a business lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many business law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask for a written estimate or flat fee for a defined piece of work before it starts.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a business lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Which of my contracts most need a review?
- Can you work on a flat fee or a monthly retainer?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Business lawyers in Cochrane: frequently asked questions
Which business lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Cochrane?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked business lawyer in Cochrane, AB is Cougle + Co. │ Real Estate + Business Law with an LFR Score of 57/100. It has 4.9★ from 205 Google reviews. Virtual Law Group Canada - Real Estate Lawyers, Personal Injury, Immigration, Family Law, Business Law (#2) and Ivy Law (#3) follow. We ranked 27 business lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many business lawyers are there in Cochrane?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 27 business lawyers serving Cochrane, AB. 1 of them is based in Cochrane; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which business lawyers in Cochrane are open 24/7?
1 ranked business lawyer in Cochrane posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Ivy Law (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which business lawyers in Cochrane work on weekends?
3 of 27 ranked business lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Ivy Law (#3), Phoenix Legal (#6) and DIMIC LAW – Corporate, Business & Litigation Lawyers (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Cochrane business lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 27 rated business lawyers in Cochrane is 4.8★, with a median of 66 reviews. Shim Law - Divorce, Litigation, Criminal, Real Estate, Employment, Business and Immigration has the most, 474 reviews, and ranks #5. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank business lawyers?
Each business lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do business lawyers outside Cochrane count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 km of the Cochrane city centre, our service radius for business lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can business lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do business lawyers in Cochrane, AB charge?
Business lawyers bill hourly for disputes and complex deals and often offer flat fees for company formation, standard contracts or a monthly general counsel arrangement. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
When should a small business talk to a lawyer?
Common points are choosing a business structure, partner or shareholder agreements, signing a lease or major contract, buying or selling a business, and when a dispute starts. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of business lawyers in Cochrane, AB ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Cochrane?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your province (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some province). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Cochrane
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 27 business lawyers serving Cochrane.
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