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Our Team · Kelowna

Get the support of a whole firm on your side.

When you hire Stokes Law LLP, you don't get a single lawyer — you get the strength of a team. Our Kelowna lawyers and paralegals collaborate so every client benefits from the right expertise at the right moment.

Lawyers & Mediators

Cody P. Stokowski, Managing Partner, Stokes Law LLP Kelowna

Cody P. Stokowski

Managing Partner

Cody embarked on his legal career after completing his undergraduate studies in business management and economics at the University of Alberta. He pursued his law degree in Australia and is accredited to practice in both Canada and Australia. He holds a Master of Laws (LLM) in Taxation Law from Osgoode Hall and is currently completing an MBA through the University of Sydney. Practicing law since 2019, Cody is one of few lawyers certified in Web3, Blockchain and Metaverse Law. Cody's been self-employed most of his life. His family law practice revolves around self-employed individuals, including complex income determination for child and spousal support. With a background in Tax Law, Cody is trusted to work with lateral industry partners to help dividing corporate assets between separating spouses.

Education & Credentials
  • Master of Business Administration, University of Sydney — in progress
  • Master of Law (Tax), Osgoode Hall Law School
  • Certification in Web3, Blockchain & Metaverse Law, Osgoode Hall Law School
  • Juris Doctor (First Class Distinction), Bond University, 2018
  • BMgmt Business & Economics (First Class Distinction), University of Alberta, 2015
  • Trauma Informed Practice in Family Law Certification, College of Law
  • Certified Blockchain and Law Professional, Blockchain Council
  • Blockchain 101 for Lawyers, College of Law
  • The Metaverse, Understanding The Impact on the Practice of Law, Osgoode Hall Law School
Memberships
  • Law Society of Alberta
  • Law Institute of Victoria (Australia)
  • Canadian Bar Association
  • Calgary Bar Association
  • Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC)
Practice Areas
Divorce / Family Law · Tax Law · Web3, Blockchain & Metaverse Law
Rate
$475.00 + GST / hour
Jana de Waal, Partner — Family Lawyer & Mediator, Stokes Law LLP Kelowna

Jana de Waal

Partner — Family Lawyer & Mediator

Born in Cape Town and raised in Canada, Jana earned first-class combined honours in Political Science with a Bachelor of Journalism at the University of King's College, then completed her Juris Doctor at the University of Calgary. She served at Alberta Justice and later as a Crown Prosecutor. Today she practices all areas of family law with a strong focus on mediation, four-way settlement meetings and arbitration. Legal Education Society of Alberta Family Law Practice Manual Editor.

Education & Credentials
  • Master of Law in Dispute Resolution, Osgoode Hall
  • MBA, University of British Columbia — in progress
  • Juris Doctor, University of Calgary, 2019
  • Bachelor of Journalism (Hons. Political Science), University of King's College, 2014
Memberships
  • Law Society of Alberta — called 2020
  • Association of Women Lawyers
  • Alberta Family Lawyers Association
  • Calgary Bar Association
Rate
$425.00 + GST / hour
Austin Ferguson, Family Lawyer, Stokes Law LLP Kelowna

Austin Ferguson

Family Lawyer

Born in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Austin studied Political Science at the University of British Columbia and earned his Juris Doctor from Thompson Rivers University, articling with Gillespie & Company before being called to the Bar in British Columbia and Alberta in 2026. In law school he received Dean's recognition for top marks in Dispute Resolution and Administrative Law — a foundation that shapes his strategic, client-centred approach. His practice focuses on family law and employment law, helping clients through difficult transitions with clear communication, strong negotiation, and creative problem-solving. Outside the firm, Austin is a commissioned officer in the Royal Canadian Navy who has served on two South Pacific deployments, and he enjoys tennis, skiing, and exploring Calgary's restaurant scene.

Education & Credentials
  • Juris Doctor, Thompson Rivers University, 2025
  • Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, University of British Columbia, 2020
Memberships
  • Law Society of Alberta
  • Law Society of British Columbia
  • Trial Lawyers Association of BC
  • Lawyers Assistance Program
Associate Lawyer (Coming Soon), Associate Lawyer, Stokes Law LLP Kelowna

Associate Lawyer (Coming Soon)

Associate Lawyer

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Paralegals & Staff

Paralegal (Coming Soon), Paralegal, Stokes Law LLP Kelowna

Paralegal (Coming Soon)

Paralegal

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Paralegal (Coming Soon), Paralegal, Stokes Law LLP Kelowna

Paralegal (Coming Soon)

Paralegal

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