Tallcree Nation vs Lawyer Over $12M Fees | Canada News

The Tallcree First Nation is locked in a high-stakes legal battle over $12 million in disputed fees charged by a lawyer who also served as trustee of their settlement funds—just months after a judge struck down a $29 million contingency fee. Shocked by newly uncovered correspondence between their former auditor and the lawyer, the band council is now scrambling to protect funds meant for children, fearing the money may vanish. The lawyer, who’s also been linked to Alberta separatism and recently removed by a judge, insists the fees were lawful and approved under the trust agreement—and denies any wrongdoing. With a court date set for December and a temporary freeze on his accounts, the nation is pushing to remove him permanently, as the fight over justice—and the future of their children’s trust—intensifies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e18899c97cfc5aa6