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Aboriginal Law - Nationwide - Canada

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What the Team is Known For

Borden Ladner Gervais operates a strong national practice with a significant focus on Aboriginal law and litigation. The Indigenous law team offers notable experience of title and rights and oil and gas issues, as well as economic and community development, treaty obligations and tax law. The firm represents both First Nations and industry proponents in connection with major energy and mining projects. It also advises provincial and federal governments and their agencies on a number of issues, including land claims. It is particularly active in BC and also well placed to advise on matters throughout the North as well as in Ontario and Québec.

Work Highlights

  • Borden Ladner Gervais advised TC Energy on the purchase agreement. with an Indigenous-owned investment partnership, for a minority equity interest in the NOVA Gas Transmission System.

Strengths

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The services provided exceed our expectations and they are very knowledgeable in the area of Indigenous law.

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BLG's team brings a well-rounded mix of legal expertise, industry knowledge and Indigenous engagement experience.

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BLG go the extra mile with their customer service and their considerate approach in negotiations builds trust with the other side, facilitating a more collaborative approach to negotiation.

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Borden Ladner Gervais are very responsive and available when required.

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Notable Practitioners

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Cherie Brant
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Cherie Brant
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Cherie Brant leads the Indigenous law practice at Borden Ladner Gervais. Her practice sees her regularly advise major energy and infrastructure clients on development projects on Indigenous land, as well as advising Indigenous groups on land use and environmental assessments.

Cherie is down to earth, easy to understand and works very efficiently.

Cherie continues to bring a unique blend of legal excellence, business insight and cultural understanding, making her an invaluable adviser.

Cherie is extremely knowledgeable in the sector.

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Chris Roine
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Chris Roine
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Chris Roine has established himself as a go-to for representing clients in the real estate and energy sectors in their negotiations with Indigenous groups.

Chris has a great deal of experience and practical application of his knowledge.

Chris was a pleasure to work with. He is very skilled in constitutional law and his advice was always clear, concise and easy to comprehend.

Chris' thoughtful approach is respected by the other side and has assisted us in navigating through difficult and complex negotiations.

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Cherie Brant
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Cherie Brant
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Chris Roine
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Chris Roine
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