• JOSEPH A. AMANTEA
• ROBERT A. BENSON
• TARA L. PETERSEN B.N.
• BRENT H. HOOEY
• DENISE A. WHITELEY
• JONATHAN D. WARREN
• BIANCA KRATT
• MATTHEW K. KACHUR
• WAI-YUE TSE

Partner

Bachelor of Arts, 1974 - University of Alberta
Bachelor of Laws, 1977 - University of Alberta
Admitted to the Bar of the Province of Alberta, 1978

professional background

A native Calgarian, Mr. Amantea articled with the firm of Warren, Raymaker & Stewart (now known as Warren Tettensor Amantea LLP) in 1977 and was admitted to the Bar in 1978 and then became a partner of the law firm on February 1, 1982. Initially, he carried on a general practice dealing in large part with matters related to real estate, construction law, foreclosures and builder's liens. Since becoming a partner of Warren Tettensor Amantea LLP, Mr. Amantea has concentrated his practice in the areas of residential and commercial real estate and real estate development, multi-family acquisitions and other real estate related matters. He also provides legal services and advice to small and medium-sized private companies and sits on the Board of Directors of Mainstreet Equity Corp, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

professional and community involvement

• Past Director and Chairman, Columbus Savings and Credit Union Ltd., 1984 to 1988
• Director, Calgary Italian Sportsman’s Dinner Association, 1978 to present
• Unit Chairman, Western Canada Summer Games, 1983
• Lecturer, Calgary Board of Education, Continuing Education Program
• Member, Calgary and Canadian Bar Associations
• Member, Glencoe Club and Glencoe Golf & Country Club
• Member and Executive Officer of the St. Joseph’s School Parent Council 1993 to present
• Member, Calgary Winter Club
• Member, University of Calgary Chancellors Club
• Director and Corporate Secretary, Mainstreet Equity Corp., (listed on the TSX)

Partner

Bachelor of Laws, 1978 - University of Alberta
Admitted to the Bar of the Province of Alberta, 1979
Partner - Warren Tettensor Amantea LLP, 1983

professional background

Mr. Benson's practice has focused primarily on corporate, business, sports and real estate law matters, including business acquisitions, financing and divestitures, development, construction and builders' liens, real estate transactions and financing. Mr. Benson has experience in review and drafting of a broad range of agreements, including purchase and sale, loan and security, construction, financing, franchise, sponsorship and restructuring agreements, leases and other documentation arising out of transactions in various areas, including oil and gas matters and matters relating to contractor insolvency.

Mr. Benson's clients include businesses involved in enterprises in many sectors of the economy, as well as educational institutions, sports franchises, aircraft leasing, not-for-profit organizations, professionals and individuals.

Since 1992, Mr. Benson has advised the Alberta New Home Warranty Program in connection with legal matters relating to builder insolvency, builders’ liens and construction completion matters under the Program’s Builder Performance Protection.

Mr. Benson has acted as counsel to the Western Hockey League since 2004, providing legal advice to the Western Hockey League in all areas of its business operations, including franchise transfers and relocations, and various other matters relating to the League and its twenty-two member franchises.

Bob is active in his community with Varsity Community Association as Vice-President since 2006 and as a member of the Board of Directors since 2003. He has had extensive involvement in amateur sport with the Crowchild Hockey Association at the team level since 2000, as President 2006-2009 and as a member of the Board of Directors since 2006. Bob has assisted the North West Calgary Athletic Association and the Calgary Aquabelles Synchronized Swimming Club in various advisory roles since 2007 and 2010 respectively. He has been a member of Mount Royal University Foundation’s Planned Giving Committee since 2005.

professional and community involvement

• Director, Crowchild Hockey Association (2006 - present)
• President, Crowchild Hockey Association (2006-09)
• Vice-President, Varsity Community Association (2006 - present)
• Director, Varsity Community Association (2003 - present)
• Committee Member, Mount Royal University Foundation Planned Giving Committee (2005 – present)
• Coordinator, Manager and Coach - Crowchild Hockey Association (2000 - 2006)
• Committee Member, Mount Royal University Foundation Planned Giving Committee (2005-present)
• Lecturer, Calgary Board of Education, Continuing Education Program
• Lecturer, Alberta Home Builders Graduate Institute, Construction Law Course
• Speaker, Canadian Bar Association, Real Estate & Construction Law subsections
• Member, Canadian Bar Association
• Member, Calgary Bar Association
• Member, Calgary Winter Club

Partner

professional background

Tara Petersen is a partner at WTA and was admitted to the bar in 1995. She obtained her Bachelor of Laws at the University of Calgary. She also holds a Bachelor of Nursing and practiced as an emergency room nurse.

Tara’s practice involves a broad range of civil litigation and dispute resolution matters with an emphasis on construction litigation and currently fraud litigation. Tara has had significant exposure in multi-party litigations.

Tara has substantial motion and trial experience. She is a qualified mediator and is a member of the Canadian Bar Association and has been an executive member of the Civil Law Section of the Canadian Bar Association. She has been a guest speaker at many seminars and is involved in judging at the bar ads annually.

professional and community involvement

• Member, Canadian Bar Association
• Member, Calgary Bar Association
• Member, Canadian Bar Association, Family Law, Civil Litigation sub-sections
• Member, Alberta Association of Registered Nurses, 1991 - 2000
• Member, Calgary Senior Women’s Basketball League
• Member, Nurse-Physician Liaison Committee, 1993 - 1994
• Member, Alberta Collaborative Family Law Association
• Qualified Mediator
• Former guest lecturer, Mount Royal College

Partner

Bachelor of Commerce, 1992 - University of Calgary
Bachelor of Laws, 1995 - University of Calgary
Admitted to the Bar of the Province of Alberta - 1996

professional background

Mr. Hooey articled with the predecessor firm of Warren Tettensor Amantea LLP, joined the firm as an Associate in 1996 and joined the Partnership of the law firm in January, 2003. Brent completed both the Certified General Accountants tax course and the CICA indepth tax courses. He is a member of the Canadian Tax Foundation and the Society of Tax and Estate Practitioners.

Brent practices all aspects of business law, with particular emphasis on corporate, government, commercial transactions, real estate, financing (equity and debt), estate planning and tax related matters. He acts for a diverse group of clients including owner-manager businesses, technology companies, construction companies, oilfield companies, property managers and farming operations.

professional and community involvement

• Member, Canadian Bar Association
• Member, Calgary Bar Association
• Past Lecturer, Lorman Educational Services
• Member, 1989 National Champion, Calgary Colts Football Team
• Member of the CGA Conduct Committee
• Member of Canadian Tax Foundation
• Member of Society of Tax and Estate Planners (STEP)

Partner

Bachelor of Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology - 1996 University of Calgary
Bachelor of Laws, 1999 - University of Alberta
Admitted to the Bar of the Province of Alberta - 2000

professional background

Mr. Warren articled with the firm of Warren Tettensor LLP in 1999 and joined the firm as an associate in 2000. While attending law school, Mr. Warren volunteered with Student Legal Services at the University of Alberta where he assisted the public with problems relating to civil law.

Jon has completed the CICA 2002 In-depth Goods and Services Tax Course and has broadened his practice in regards to matters of this nature. These tax services have been provided to both businesses and individuals.

Mr. Warren’s practice is of a general nature with his main focus being tax litigation, real estate, corporate and commercial law, debt collection and wills and estates. He provides services to a diversified group of small businesses and individuals.

professional and community involvement

• Volunteer with Student Legal Services, U of A
• Member, Canadian Bar Association, 2000 - present
• Member, Calgary Bar Association, 2000 - present

Associate

Admitted to the Bar in the Province of Alberta, 2005
Bachelor of Laws, 2004 – Common Law Degree – University of Manitoba
Admitted to the Bar of the Province of Quebec, 2002
Bachelor of Laws, 2000 – Civil Law Degree – Université Laval (Québec City)

professional background

Born and raised in Quebec City, Ms. Kratt graduated in 2000 from the Université Laval in Quebec City with a Civil Law Degree. She articled with the firm of Pouliot L’Ecuyer in Quebec City in 2001-2002 and was admitted to the Bar of the Province of Quebec in May 2002. In August 2003, Ms. Kratt attended the University of Manitoba where she graduated in April 2004 with a Common Law Degree. She articled with the firm of Warren Tettensor Amantea LLP in 2004-2005 and was admitted to the Bar of the Province of Alberta in May 2005. Ms. Kratt joined the firm as an associate in May 2005.

Ms. Kratt’s practice is primarily in the residential and commercial real estate area, including acquisitions and dispositions, project development and management, joint ventures, leasing and financing. Ms. Kratt also practices in the area of corporate and commercial law.

Ms. Kratt practices in both English and French.

professional and community involvement

• Member of the Canadian Bar Association
• Member of the Calgary Bar Association
• Member, The Canadian Bar Association, Real Estate Law Subsection
• Member of the Executive Committee of the Association des Juristes d’Expression Française de l’Alberta
• Lecturer

Associate

Bachelor of Arts (psychology)-University of Alberta, 2005
Bachelor of Laws-University of Alberta, 2008

professional background

Mr. Kachur grew-up in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Alberta in 2005 and went on to also earn his Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Alberta in 2008. Mr. Kachur completed his articling with Warren Tettensor Amantea LLP and is now an associate. Mr. Kachur currently volunteer with the University of Calgary Student Legal Assistance program.

Mr. Kachur has dealt with matters in a variety of areas including both corporate and litigation work. His practice includes civil litigation, general business transactions, corporate matters, builders’ lien matters, and real estate.

Involvement

Throughout law school Mr. Kachur was heavily involved as a writer and actor in law show. He also volunteered his time through Student Legal Services to aid students, ESL individuals and members of the low-income community in the greater Edmonton area and to assist them with their legal matters. In addition, Mr. Kachur was also actively involved in the University of Alberta law school’s "Cuts for the Cure" campaign against cancer.

Mr. Kachur was also heavily involved in sports including playing for the law school hockey team, ultimate Frisbee team, volleyball team as well as being the President of the Golden Bearristers law rugby team. Mr. Kachur was also the Co-Founder of the Law Fitness club.

Currently Mr. Kachur is a member of the Canadian Bar Association and the Calgary Bar association.

Associate

Bachelor of Science, 2000 – University of Alberta
Master of Science, 2006 – University of Alberta
Bachelor of Law – 2008 – University of Alberta

professional background

Raised in Lethbridge Alberta, Mr. Tse earned Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Alberta in 2008 and was admitted to the Bar of the Province of Alberta in 2009. Mr. Tse joined the firm of Warren Tettensor Amantea LLP as an associate in 2012.

Mr. Tse practice focuses primarily in the area of matrimonial law, but includes a broad range of civil litigation work.

Mr. Tse is currently a member of the Canadian Bar Association and Calgary Bar Association.