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Blakes has one of the largest and most successful Litigation & Dispute Resolution practices in Canada, with top-tier litigators in the major business centres across the country, including Calgary, and an extraordinary depth of local industry knowledge, practice expertise and litigation experience

Our multidisciplinary team is armed with the skills and insights required to achieve favourable results for our clients. With all of the advice and expertise needed under one roof, we leverage best practices across industries and take swift action to resolve disputes smoother, smarter and with greater success.

We represent client interests at every stage of a dispute, from fact-finding and risk evaluation through final resolution and enforcement. We litigate in trial and appellate courts, resolve disputes at the negotiating table, and represent clients before tribunals and government agencies.

Blakes litigators have appeared before all levels of court in Canada, including the Supreme Court of Canada, and have been involved in precedent-setting cases involving hostile take-overs, indemnification of directors and officers, proxy contests and directors’ duties. Our expertise is complemented by one of Canada’s largest and most experienced corporate and commercial law groups.

In large, document-intensive cases, we integrate skilled paralegal support, leading-edge document management technology and a project management and e-discovery team to manage matters efficiently and cost effectively.

Chambers Review

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Litigation: General Commercial - Alberta

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Blake, Cassels & Graydon houses a wide-ranging dispute resolution practice with particular prowess in the energy industry. The Calgary group also handles high-end securities, tax, fraud and construction litigation, as well as insurance defence. The firm regularly provides counsel on interprovincial class actions and product liability claims, and also excels in alternative dispute resolution strategies through arbitration and mediation.

Work Highlights

  • Blake, Cassels & Graydon acted for Air Liquide Canada in a lawsuit brought by Canadian Natural Resources in relation to construction in the oil sands.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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David V Tupper
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David V Tupper
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Band 1

David Tupper of Blake, Cassels & Graydon offers vast experience representing energy and financial services companies in both commercial litigation and arbitration. His Calgary-based practice also includes additional strength in construction and insurance disputes.

David is possibly the best litigator in the city, he is absolutely brilliant and very strategic. He is just exceptionally good at what he does.

David is exceptional as a litigator, but also in helping manage files in the right way.

David is a fantastic individual, with great personality and expertise. We've had success working with him and he has a great skillset.

Renee V Reichelt
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Renee V Reichelt
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Band 3

Calgary-based Renee Reichelt of Blake, Cassels & Graydon represents clients across the banking and energy industries, advising on commercial litigation arising from shareholder and securities disputes.

Renee's recommendations are always very forward-thinking.

Renee's ability to explain legal issues is comforting and allows us to proceed with confidence.

She provides an exceptional level of service and I would highly recommend Renee.

She is one of the leading litigators in Western Canada and Alberta. I trust her to be excellent and no one cares for clients like Renee.

Dalton W McGrath
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Dalton W McGrath
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Band 4

Dalton McGrath KC of Blake, Cassels & Graydon's Calgary office regularly advises clients on complicated, high-value litigation and arbitrations, with sources applauding his expertise in trial. He has particular experience acting for energy clients.

He is fantastic to work with, very client-centered and passionate about working for his clients.

Dalton is in a class of his own on understanding how to use the law to his client's strategic advantage. He is absolutely top notch.

Dalton is the best attorney that I've worked with. He is smart and looks out for our best interest. His advice is spot-on.

Michael Dixon
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Michael Dixon
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Band 5

Michael Dixon is based in Blake, Cassels & Graydon's Calgary office, where he practices in all aspects of commercial litigation and arbitration. He has a particularly focus on oil and gas law, contract disputes, royalty disputes, fraud claims and insurance matters, where he regularly advices both Canadian and international corporate clients.

Michael is a highly strategic litigator, with a solid foundation in the oil and gas industry.

He is really intelligent, strategic and skilled.

Michael is very intelligent, organised and responsive. It’s a breath of fresh air to work with him.

Brendan MacArthur-Stevens
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Brendan MacArthur-Stevens
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Up and Coming

Brendan MacArthur-Stevens is based in the Calgary office of Blake, Cassels & Graydon and specialises in commercial disputes, deal litigation and public law matters. He has experience representing clients across a wide range of industries, including transportation, construction, energy, insurance, procurement and administrative and constitutional law.

Brendan is exceptional.

Brendan is a very smart and intellectual guy.

He is a fantastic draftsman and very effective orator.

Lindsay Rowell
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Lindsay Rowell
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Up and Coming

Lindsay Rowell is a partner in Blake's Calgary office. She has broad-based litigation expertise and often acts for clients in the energy sector.

Lindsay brings a real gravitas to her work beyond her years.

She's very responsive and knowledgeable, balancing the practical realities with legal requirements.

Lindsay is a rising star. She is very practical, organised and motivated.

Lindsay Rowell is an excellent lawyer and a pleasure to work with.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Alberta

Litigation: General Commercial

David V Tupper
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David V Tupper
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Band 1
Renee V Reichelt
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Renee V Reichelt
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Band 3
Dalton W McGrath KC
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Dalton W McGrath KC
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Band 4
Michael Dixon
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Michael Dixon
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Band 5
Brendan MacArthur-Stevens
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Brendan MacArthur-Stevens
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Up and Coming
Lindsay Rowell
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Lindsay Rowell
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Up and Coming
Litigation: Securities

Renee V Reichelt
Renee V Reichelt
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