Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples - Nationwide - Canada
What the team is known for
DGW Law Corporation is a Victoria-based law firm with a strong presence in Western and Northern Canada, offering First Nations, Inuit and Métis clients a wide range of services within the areas of litigation, economic development and negotiations with government. The team also provides advice in relation to band management, reorganisation and governance. It offers further expertise in a range of on-reserve economic development matters, including land claim disputes, as well as in negotiating government-to-government agreements.
Notable practitioners
Victoria-based Christopher Devlin acts for a variety of Indigenous groups on negotiations and litigation. He has experience representing his clients in multiparty agreements, and is highlighted by market commentators for the strength of his business sense.