About Roger

Roger Smith is a senior solicitor whose practice covers corporate law, tax planning, gaming law and Aboriginal law. He has advised First Nation clients on economic development on and off reserve, including additions to reserve, land designations and commercial developments such as casinos, hotels and large residential projects, and has led national and cross-border financings for First Nations exceeding $200 million on individual transactions. Roger earned his LLB from the University of Saskatchewan in 1989 and his BBA from St. Francis Xavier University in 1986, and was admitted to the Alberta bar in 1990. He holds an ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors and has served on numerous charitable and non-profit boards, including as past president of Rugby Canada and past chair of Casino Dene.

Practice areas

Business & Corporate Law Indigenous Law Wills, Estates & Trusts

Education & credentials

Law school
University of Saskatchewan, LLB (1989)
Undergraduate
St. Francis Xavier University, BBA (1986)

Listing compiled from public sources in July 2026. Confirm Roger A. Smith’s licence and standing in the Law Society of Alberta directory ↗