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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

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Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

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Construction - Nationwide - Canada

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Blake, Cassels & Graydon's team works out of the firm's Montréal, Calgary and Vancouver offices. The group is noted for its strength in advising a broad range of clients, including developers, contractors and municipalities. The practitioners have considerable experience of handling contentious issues, such as defects and delays claims. The team also demonstrates its ability to provide counsel on non-contentious matters, such as procurement.

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Work Highlights

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  • Blake, Cassels & Graydon represented Canadian Pacific Kansas City in connection with the construction of a rail bypass that will re-route a portion of a rail corridor around the City of Lac Mégantic.

Strengths

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  • Their availability is not limited to working hours. They respond at all hours, including weekends. I really feel they are there to guide me and help me win my case. This instills confidence.

    Construction respondentCanada

  • The folks I have worked with are very knowledgeable and very quick to return emails. Their follow-up on commitments is excellent too.

    Construction respondentCanada

  • Blake, Cassels & Graydon have very good understanding of technical issues. They are very responsive and already anticipating client's needs.

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  • Blakes has great bench strength on their construction team. They show up and deliver at 110% whether or not something is time sensitive or labour intensive.

    Construction respondentCanada

  • Blake, Cassels & Graydon provide really good cross-country service. They cover all jurisdictions and different practice areas. They are a full service firm, which is a huge benefit to us.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • David V Tupper
    David V Tupper

    David V Tupper

    Alberta-based David Tupper of Blake, Cassels & Graydon is a distinguished litigator, with a considerable presence in the construction space. He is also adept at handling complex arbitration proceedings. He has further strength in advising clients on non-contentious issues, such as procurement strategies and contract negotiations.

    • He is an excellent litigator.

      Construction respondentCanada

    • David is an excellent lawyer. He has tons of experience with construction matters and we trust him with our most difficult files.

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  • Brendan MacArthur-Stevens
    Brendan MacArthur-Stevens

    Brendan MacArthur-Stevens

    Brendan MacArthur-Stevens is based in Blake, Cassels & Graydon's Calgary office and is noted for his strength in representing clients in complex litigation, as well as advising them on alternative dispute resolution. He is held in high regard for his ability to handle matters arising from design and deficiency claims.

    • He is a great, well-rounded lawyer.

      Construction respondentCanada

    • Brendan sets the standard for legal representation.

      Construction respondentCanada

    • Brendan has strong knowledge on the subject matter, is relatable and diligent in the work he provides.

      Construction respondentCanada

    • He is very smart and articulate, whilst being very responsive and delivering a great work product.

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