Our Lawyers
Rick Muenz – Calgary Criminal Defence Lawyer
With over 30 years of exclusive criminal law experience, Rick Muenz has successfully defended clients across Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan, and the Yukon. He has handled every type of criminal charge — from serious violent offences to regulatory and summary matters — and is widely recognized for his expertise in defending sexual assault allegations.
Rick is a guest lecturer at the University of Calgary Faculty of Law, where he teaches in the Advanced Criminal Law Course. He has also instructed at the Alberta Law Society Bar Admission Course and presented to the Canadian Bar Association Criminal Law Subsection, as well as at the Alberta Court of King’s Bench and Provincial Court Judges’ Conferences. Dedicated, strategic, and client-focused, Rick has appeared before all levels of court in Canada, earning a reputation for tenacity, professionalism, and exceptional trial advocacy.
Cameron J. G. Bally – Calgary Barrister
Cameron is a Saskatchewan native who has been in private practice in Calgary since convocating from the College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon.
First articled to a large Calgary law firm, Cameron has maintained an independent private legal practice in Calgary since.
Cameron has decades of experience in an exclusively litigation practice, with a particular emphasis on criminal defence, injury, matrimonial, and employment litigation. Cameron has appeared before all levels of Court in Alberta.
Clients are met with a professional, efficient, tenacious, goals oriented and confidential approach to serious personal and professional matters. In partnership with Richard Muenz and Thomas Scholten, Cameron and Muenz Bally Scholten provide expert experienced professional client focused advocacy.
Thomas Scholten – Calgary Criminal Defence Lawyer
Thomas Scholten is a dedicated criminal defence lawyer based in Calgary, Alberta. His client-focused approach to criminal law is affordable and accessible. Unlike lawyers who leave your calls unanswered, Thomas will give you real answers as your case progresses. Because every case is unique, his extensive knowledge of the law, analytical skills, and strong work ethic will ensure you receive a tailored defence.
At Muenz Bally Scholten, we do not outsource our work. When you hire Thomas Scholten, you can rest assured that your case will be handled with professionalism by him and not by a junior associate. The firm also prides itself on teamwork and collaborating to find new solutions. Before pursuing a law career, Thomas graduated with honors from Mount Royal University, where he developed a passion for access to justice, and later earned his law degree from the University of Calgary. During law school, Thomas volunteered with Student Legal Assistance (SLA), where he is now a trusted mentor.
Calgary is more than just a place of work for Thomas—it’s home. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the Rocky Mountains with his family and hosting game nights with friends. Despite Calgary’s cold winters, Thomas honours his Dutch roots by cycling to work year-round.