Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada
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Cassels Brock & Blackwell operates an experienced Toronto-based construction practice. The team is regularly involved in major construction projects in Canada, with noted strength in the province of Ontario. It frequently represents construction contractors, municipalities and education providers in both contentious and non-contentious matters.
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Service and response time have never been an issue. Response time can be critical and this firm is always aware of dates to ensure there is no legal exposure passed on to the client.
Cassels Brock & Blackwell provide fast services and are knowledgeable and friendly. They are really good to deal with and really responsive, usually within 24 hours or less.
They have extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of procurement and construction law. They provide thorough attention to detail and astute analyses with sound recommendations.
Cassels is very aware of the business we are in and and their advice is tailored to our particular circumstances.
Cassels' construction group is very responsive. If they don't answer a call, I'll get a text. If the relevant lawyer I'm dealing with is occupied, I'll be referred elsewhere.
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Toronto-based Matthew Alter of Cassels Brock & Blackwell possesses an excellent disputes practice, in addition to his in-depth expertise in front-end construction matters.
He provides fast responses and is extremely knowledgeable and friendly.
Matthew is focused on ensuring we get the service we need and he does it very well.
Matthew is knowledgeable and has significant amount of experience in construction law. He is very aware of the many different pressures and challenges in the public sector.
Matthew is very experienced.
Mark St. Cyr is a Toronto-based lawyer at Cassels Brock & Blackwell with a non-contentious construction practice. He has noteworthy experience providing legal guidance to municipalities and educational providers on a host of construction projects.
Mark is timely, practical and provides creative advice.
Mark has been an excellent partner and I would have no issues in recommending him on commercial, contracts or strategies to support the business at the speed the business requires.
Mark St. Cyr has provided excellent procurement and contract support for projects and is highly regarded by our procurement team. He provides tremendous support and is well respected.
Mark always goes above-and-beyond. He is always aware of the legal and commercial needs of the firm and will always go the extra mile to get our projects built.
Graham Brown is a Toronto-based partner at Cassels Brock & Blackwell, who is highlighted for his strength in handling contentious issues, including matters related to delays and deficiencies in constructions and breach of contract claims.
He clearly brings strong experience to the table, as evidenced by his strategic foresight, which takes into account nuanced possibilities and identifies risks from multiple perspectives.
He provides excellent responsiveness and attention to detail. He is clearly very knowledgeable.
Graham delivers exceptional legal services. He is always prepared with a well thought-out strategy and consistently delivers a great work product.
Graham is extremely bright, very responsive, agile and provides clear and concise analysis. He is very easy to work with.
Graham is a litigator. He is extremely responsive to any requests and very practical. He takes time to explain exactly what you need and makes you feel like you're the most important client.
Stephanie Garraway is based out of Cassels Brock & Blackwell's Toronto office. She principally assists clients with procurement and contract drafting in relation to transportation and social infrastructure projects.
Stephanie is very good at distilling complex construction concepts in a digestible manner and goes over and above in offering educational sessions.
Stephanie has been a great partner to work with and has been very receptive to support the business at the speed required.
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