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Environment

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Environment - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Dentons ably assists clients with a range of environmental concerns, including project permitting and clean-up programmes, as well as land use planning and conservation issues. The law firm also advises on environmental due diligence and offers expertise in relation to the transportation of dangerous goods. The practice leverages the law firm's global strength to offer support to Canadian and international clients, particularly in the field of natural resource development. The team is well versed in climate change and emissions law, including carbon trading.

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Work Highlights

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  • Dentons represented Pratt & Whitney Canada in a damages claim instituted against it by the promisor buyer of a piece of land that it refused to sell by reason of the discovery of contaminated underground water.

Strengths

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  • Dentons’ environmental counsel has years of experience and great research capabilities, which helps to deal with complex issues.

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  • The firm is very responsive.

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  • Dentons has deep expertise in regulatory affairs and emerging environmental issues.

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  • The law firm is very knowledgeable and provides practical advice regarding environmental regulatory and legal matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Alex MacWilliam
    Alex MacWilliam

    Alex MacWilliam

    Calgary-based Alex MacWilliam represents clients, including municipalities and notable real estate developers, in relation to their environmental obligations. He offers further expertise in guiding clients through emergency responses and subsequent disputes.

    • His experience working with other counsels in Canada is key to resolving issues.

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    • Alex MacWilliam has an excellent reputation among all of his peers.

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    • Alex is very knowledgeable and well respected in the industry. He takes a practical approach, pulling together the correct team as needed.

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  • Dina Awad
    Dina Awad

    Dina Awad

    Dina Awad is based in Toronto and is known for her dual expertise in both environmental regulatory mandates and litigation matters for an impressive client base.

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  • Mira Gauvin
    Mira Gauvin

    Mira Gauvin

    Mira Gauvin is a well-recognised lawyer based in the law firm's Montréal office. She frequently represents firms in the infrastructure and natural resources spaces, assisting with environmental assessments and permitting, as well as the environmental aspects of corporate transactions.

    • Ms Gauvin demonstrates remarkable expertise in environmental law, combining legal rigour, strategic thinking and a keen understanding of technical issues. Her consistently high-quality analyses inspire great confidence.

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    • Her particularly deep and rare legal knowledge makes her an indispensable resource. Mira combines cutting-edge technical expertise with a nuanced understanding of the regulatory and operational dynamics that affect this field. Her ability to anticipate risks, propose innovative solutions and simplify complex legal matters is a valuable asset.

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