Staff Members

Carly Romanow

Executive Director & Staff Lawyer

Pronouns: she/her

Carly is a cisgender, white settler born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan. Carly graduated from the University of Saskatchewan College of Law in 2014. Carly articled and practiced in private practice until July of 2016 when she joined PBLS. Carly has been an active participant in pro bono services programs throughout law school and her career. She is an active member of the legal community and the local community, sitting on non-profit boards and volunteering with various organizations.

Carly loves comedy, politics, and spending as much time as possible with her family at the family farm.

Davida Bentham

Volunteer Engagement Director & Staff Lawyer

Pronouns: she / her

Davida was born and raised in Saskatoon. She attended law school at the University of Saskatchewan and graduated in 2017. She then articled and worked at Veeman Law until 2021, at which time she joined PBLS. She is passionate about both social and environmental justice. Prior to pursuing law, she obtained bachelors and masters degrees from the University of Saskatchewan in the area of environment and sustainability. Davida’s Mennonite roots are important to her, she serves on the Board of the Saskatchewan Mennonite Central Committee. She also enjoys volunteering in the newcomer community.

In her spare time, Davida likes all things relaxing and cozy. She enjoys yoga, walks, reading and cooking (or more so eating what her spouse cooks). She looks forward to Saskatchewan summers which is when she camps with her spouse and explores this beautiful province.

Alanna Bugera

Programs Director & Staff Lawyer

Pronouns: she / her

Alanna grew up in Kamsack, Saskatchewan, and travelled abroad for three years before moving to Saskatoon to pursue and undergraduate degree and obtain a law degree from the University of Saskatchewan, College of Law. Throughout university, Alanna worked with local not-for-profits including the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council. She is also a board member of the Saskatchewan Association for Environmental Law.

Outside of the office, Alanna enjoys practicing yoga, going for walks with her dog, and spending time at the beach.

Cecile Lark

Programs Coordinator

Pronouns: she/her

Cecile was born and raised in Regina and is thrilled to be a member of the Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan team and give back to her local community. Cecile has spent most of her career working as a legal assistant in private practice. At Pro Bono, she is excited to make a difference in someone’s day.

In her free time, Cecile enjoys spending time with her two dogs and reading. She is a big foodie and you will always find her trying something new or whipping something delicious up in the kitchen!

Krista Christenson

Intake Worker & Outreach Coordinator

Pronouns: she/her

Born in Moose Jaw and raised in Regina, Krista is proud to call Saskatchewan home. She brings with her a range of knowledge from working in broadcasting, funeral service, call centres, non-profits, and facilitating grief support groups. She is very pleased to have landed at Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan where she can be of service to those in the community who need legal assistance and information. Helping others has been a passion of hers throughout her life.

In her spare time, Krista enjoys relaxing with her cats, going on adventures with her dog, reading, listening to podcasts, watching comedies, and gardening in our all too short summers!

She also enjoys learning about her Metis/Scandinavian heritage and the connection her family has had with Canada for many generations.

Peyton Andrew

Intake Worker & Office Coordinator

Pronouns: she/her

Peyton was born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan. She recently graduated from the University of Regina with a bachelor’s degree in human justice. She is very excited to be starting her career at Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan where she can help the people in her community who are in need of legal information and advice.

Peyton comes from a big, blended family. Her favorite time of year is when her whole family can get together in one place to celebrate. In her free time, Peyton enjoys spending time at the lake, reading, and binge-watching her favorite Netflix TV shows.

Board of Directors

NORMAN BERCOVICH, K.C.

President

KAREN HOEFT

Vice-President

BEAU ATKINS

Secretary-Treasurer

JOSH MORRISON

Director

JIM HALL

Director

LISA WILHELM SKOPYK

Director

DAVID STACK, K.C.

Director

RONALD PARCHOMCHUK, K.C.

Director

NICHOLAS CANN, K.C.

Director

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