67/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 174 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Divorce And Family Lawyers in Cochrane, AB: 2026 rankings
120 divorce and family lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in Cochrane: Solution Law, LFR Score 67/100; 5.0★ from 174 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 25
Open 24 hours (per Google): Bellagio Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #25 of 120.
- 18
Most-reviewed: Osuji & Smith: Employment Lawyers, Business, Real Estate & Family Law, 656 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 120 ranked; ranked #18.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
120 Cochrane divorce and family lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 7 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 120 rated law firms.
Most of this list also appears on the Divorce and family lawyers in Calgary ranking. See Divorce and family lawyers in Calgary
Top 10 divorce and family 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 | Solution Law | 67 | 5.0★ (174) | Calgary, 35 km away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Ms. Bawa Law Office - Jacksonport NE | 64 | 5.0★ (528) | Calgary, 35 km away | — | — |
| 3 | Laws & Beyond | 61 | 4.8★ (140) | Calgary, 31 km away | — | — |
| 4 | Divorce Easy - Calgary Divorce Experts | 60 | 4.7★ (152) | Calgary, 31 km away | — | — |
| 5 | Resolve Legal Group (Cochrane) | 60 | 4.7★ (12) | Cochrane | — | — |
| 6 | Adept Family Lawyers | 59 | 4.8★ (86) | Calgary, 33 km away | — | — |
| 7 | Moe Hannah LLP | 59 | 4.7★ (93) | Calgary, 31 km away | — | — |
| 8 | Bell & Stock Family Law is closed. Elizabeth Stock, K.C. is practicing under Stock Family Law | 59 | 4.6★ (28) | Calgary, 31 km away | — | — |
| 9 | THE BIL Family Law | 59 | 4.7★ (88) | Calgary, 34 km away | — | — |
| 10 | VML Family Law LLP | 58 | 4.8★ (61) | Calgary, 33 km away | — | — |
All 120 divorce and family 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.
Based in Calgary, 35 km away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 528 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 140 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 152 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cochrane
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 33 km away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 86 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 93 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 34 km away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 88 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 33 km away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
#13 Bridgestone Law
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#15 Hemington Law
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Cochrane
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mediation service”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
#17 Kathy M Lauzon
Based in Calgary, 24 km away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 656 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#19 Stokes Law LLP
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#20 MacLean Law
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#22 Borja Law
Based in Calgary, 30 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#25 Bellagio Law
Based in Calgary, 34 km away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 183 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
How we ranked Cochrane divorce and family lawyers
We scored 120 Cochrane divorce and family 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 divorce and family lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many divorce and family 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 how the firm bills phone calls and emails, and how often you will get an itemised bill.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a divorce and family 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?
- How much is the retainer, and what happens when it runs out?
- Do you offer mediation or collaborative divorce?
- 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.
Divorce and family lawyers in Cochrane: frequently asked questions
Which divorce and family lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Cochrane?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked divorce and family lawyer in Cochrane, AB is Solution Law with an LFR Score of 67/100. It has 5.0★ from 174 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Ms. Bawa Law Office - Jacksonport NE (#2) and Laws & Beyond (#3) follow. We ranked 120 divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many divorce and family lawyers are there in Cochrane?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 120 divorce and family lawyers serving Cochrane, AB. 2 of them are based in Cochrane; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which divorce and family lawyers in Cochrane are open 24/7?
5 ranked divorce and family lawyers in Cochrane post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Solution Law (#1) and Bellagio Law (#25). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which divorce and family lawyers in Cochrane work on weekends?
7 of 120 ranked divorce and family lawyers post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Solution Law (#1) and Bellagio Law (#25). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Cochrane divorce and family lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 120 rated divorce and family lawyers in Cochrane is 4.7★, with a median of 30 reviews. Osuji & Smith: Employment Lawyers, Business, Real Estate & Family Law has the most, 656 reviews, and ranks #18. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank divorce and family lawyers?
Each divorce and family 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 divorce and family lawyers outside Cochrane count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 km of the Cochrane city centre, our service radius for divorce and family 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 divorce and family 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 divorce and family lawyers in Cochrane, AB charge?
Family lawyers usually bill by the hour against an upfront retainer; some offer fixed fees for uncontested or limited-scope work. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?
Not always: divorce is granted under the federal Divorce Act, and courts accept joint applications. A lawyer can still review the agreement on property, support and parenting before you sign it. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of divorce and family 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 120 divorce and family lawyers serving Cochrane.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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