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BLG is a leader in energy, projects, power, environmental and Aboriginal law in Canada and continues to act on a number of Canada’s most prominent projects and legal matters in these sectors. Our lawyers provide timely and expert advice on a wide range of issues. We have advised all manner of clients, including developers, suppliers and installers; equipment and technology, manufacturers; exporters, governments, private companies, lenders and investors on a range of matters including:

  • Project finance for lenders and borrowers
  • Accessing government incentives/programs
  • Clearing regulatory hurdles
  • Power purchase and turbine supply agreements
  • Land use and municipal matters
  • Oil and gas disputes, regulatory proceedings, and corporate transactions
  • Environmental assessments
  • The planning, development, financing and construction of renewable energy facilities
  • Advancing government renewable energy policy initiatives and strategic initiatives before energy regulators

BLG’s national expertise, notable bench strength and ability to handle some of Canada’s most complex projects and legal matters, combine to make BLG a leading law firm in energy, projects, power, environmental and Aboriginal law matters in Canada.

Chambers Review

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Environment - Canada

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Borden Ladner Gervais is a full-service law firm with a multidisciplinary environmental law department. The practice is highly regarded for environmental litigation as well as assisting with environmental assessments and permitting. The team offers additional expertise in relation to contaminated sites, storage and transportation of hazardous goods, and emissions. The group's client roster spans the country and includes public and private companies, municipalities and Crown corporations.

Work Highlights

Provided by Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

  • Borden Ladner Gervais represented ICBC in the defence of an environmental class action arising from a jet fuel spill.

Strengths

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BLG are clearly very experienced at handling complex and sophisticated matters. The team has deep expertise and technical knowledge of the subject matter and is organised and responsive.

Environment respondent
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The advice provided on the content and the process was excellent. All timelines were met throughout the process, and BLG were exceptionally responsive to changes.

Environment respondent
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BLG were able to respond to all queries, regardless of their respective complexities, in a measured and authoritative manner.

Environment respondent
Global

Borden Ladner Gervais are able to help me understand complex environmental matters to determine the best and most practical outcomes for us.

Environment respondent
Global

Their strategies and decisions are informed by strong client insights, showing a deep understanding of their clients' needs, pain points and expectations.

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Notable Practitioners

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Randall W Block KC
S
Randall W Block KC
S
Senior Statespeople
Randall Block KC maintains a highly respected litigation practice, which sees him act on regulatory matters within the oil and gas space. Based in Calgary, he frequently represents major energy clients before the Canada Energy Regulator in proceedings and disputes relating to construction, supply and environmental damages.
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Alan Ross KC
2
Alan Ross KC
2
Band 2
Alan Ross has experience representing energy clients in national and provincial regulatory proceedings. His energy practice maintains a strong focus on hydrogen, carbon capture, energy transition technologies and sustainable infrastructure.
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2
John Vellone
2
Band 2
John Vellone is held in high regard for his electricity and infrastructure practice, providing counsel on project financing and procurement. Based in Toronto, he also provides regulatory advice to both public and private clients in the power sector.

John has delivered in every way we needed him to. He's a great resource and has helped move our business forward.

John provides very practical advice that can be easily implemented into the business. His in-depth knowledge of our sector is second to none.

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Jonathan Liteplo
2
Jonathan Liteplo
2
Band 2
Calgary-based Jonathan Liteplo focuses his practice on utilities regulation, advising on such matters as facilities approvals and performance-based regulation in the power space. He frequently represents clients before the Alberta Utilities Commission.
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3
Chris Roine
3
Band 3

Chris Roine is an adept lawyer based in Vancouver who has established himself as a go-to for representing clients in the real estate and energy sectors in their negotiations with Indigenous groups.

His responsiveness, knowledge, experience and ability to navigate incredibly complex relationships are his superpowers.

Chris is an exceptional, calm and thoughtful voice in difficult and often contentious negotiations.

He provides quality advice and support in a personable and inclusive way.

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Douglas R Sanders
3
Douglas R Sanders
3
Band 3

Douglas Sanders provides clients with a technical understanding born out of his training as an engineer. Based in Vancouver, he acts across the PPP and construction spaces, with noted representation of proponent consortiums as well as provincial bodies.

Douglas always provides excellent advice, even over multiple contracts.

Douglas Sanders provides timely and strategic advice. He is knowledgeable and innovative in problem solving.

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Gabrielle Kramer
3
Gabrielle Kramer
3
Band 3

Toronto-based Gabrielle Kramer represents a range of public and private clients, including municipalities and oil and gas companies, engaged in regulatory proceedings, environmental assessments and contamination disputes.

Gabrielle Kramer is a sophisticated legal adviser with a deep understanding of environmental assessment details. She is responsive, available and effective in her work.

She maintains a proactive approach to tasks which provides confidence that matters at hand will get done. She provided professional and valid advice during her legal counsel.

She has always been a value-add to the team to get us to positive outcomes on the cases. I would recommend her for her expertise and approach to anyone looking for an environmental lawyer.

Gabrielle Kramer is a lovely lawyer to work with. All interactions with her have been great and she is super diligent.

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Rick Williams
3
Rick Williams
3
Band 3

Based in Vancouver, Rick Williams is the national leader of the law firm's environmental group. He is well versed in environmental issues and is frequently sought out to advise on a wide range of mandates across Canada, particularly in relation to oil and gas matters. He is additionally noted for his experience in contamination litigation, environmental assessment reviews and GHG emissions proceedings.

Overall, I am very happy with his work product and responsiveness.

I very much appreciate Rick Williams' proactive, collaborative and respectful approach in dealing with issues and opportunities. His knowledge of the regulatory system in BC is extremely valuable.

I would not hesitate to recommend Rick Williams for any dispute-related environmental issues.

Rick Williams provides advice that is well grounded and appropriate for the context. He has been open to working collaboratively with us, which has ultimately resulted in better outcomes.

I am very happy with the work Rick Williams has completed for us.

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4
Cherie Brant
4
Band 4

Cherie Brant leads the Indigenous law practice at Borden Ladner. 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 Brant is a real asset to the firm and adds significant experience and commercial awareness to Indigenous-led initiatives.

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4
Dionysios Rossi
4
Band 4

Dionysios Rossi is regularly called upon to counsel clients on environmental processes, regulations and enforcement. He is particularly adept at handling matters related to the energy and maritime sectors.

Dionysios Rossi is an excellent lawyer who always delivers for his clients and provides timely and practical advice.

We felt at ease with Dionysios Rossi on our side.

Dionysios Rossi is very responsive and works hard to deliver results, even at short notice. He has a very good grasp of our area, which helps with guiding us down the right decision-making path.

He is exceptionally knowledgeable in his field, takes a pragmatic, effective approach and understands what matters most to his clients. He inspires confidence.

He is responsive to our requests for assistance, considers the specifics of our company and situational requirements, and provides practical and effective advice for implementation by our team.

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Mark Rodger
4
Mark Rodger
4
Band 4
Mark Rodger acts for clients on a broad array of matters, including transmission rates, infrastructure renewal and regulatory compliance. He is noted for his experienced representation of clients, including utilities, generators and municipalities, out of the group's Toronto office.
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Sarah Bird
4
Sarah Bird
4
Band 4

Sarah Bird is a partner in the infrastructure group in Vancouver. Her broad practice includes expertise in project finance, project development and PPP.

Sarah Bird is an excellent lawyer. She is personable, smart, hard-working and easy to deal with.

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Shane Freitag
4
Shane Freitag
4
Band 4

National leader of the firm's energy group, Shane Freitag is noted for his adept handling of project development across the energy space. Based in Toronto, he offers additional experience representing clients in regulatory and transactional matters.

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Ranked Lawyers at
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

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Canada

Aboriginal Law
3
Chris Roine
3
Band 3
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4
Cherie Brant
4
Band 4
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Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory)
Randall W Block KC
S
Randall W Block KC
S
Senior Statespeople
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Alan Ross KC
2
Alan Ross KC
2
Band 2
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Energy: Power (Regulatory)
2
John Vellone
2
Band 2
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Jonathan Liteplo
2
Jonathan Liteplo
2
Band 2
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Alan Ross KC
4
Alan Ross KC
4
Band 4
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Mark Rodger
4
Mark Rodger
4
Band 4
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Energy: Power (Transactional)
Shane Freitag
4
Shane Freitag
4
Band 4
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Environment
Gabrielle Kramer
3
Gabrielle Kramer
3
Band 3
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Rick Williams
3
Rick Williams
3
Band 3
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4
Dionysios Rossi
4
Band 4
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Projects: PPP & Infrastructure
Douglas R Sanders
3
Douglas R Sanders
3
Band 3
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Sarah Bird
4
Sarah Bird
4
Band 4
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