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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

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Construction - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Gowling WLG is highlighted for its strong construction and infrastructure practice. The team is routinely depended upon to provide counsel on complex front-end issues, including the structuring of projects, contract negotiations and the procurement process. Its practitioners also demonstrate their ability to represent clients in contentious matters and resolve disputes arising from complex projects. The team operates out of the firm's Toronto and Calgary offices.
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Strengths

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  • They're good at mapping out timelines, next steps, expectations and potential outcomes. There is a lot of transparency.

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  • The Gowlings team has answered questions quickly and thoroughly, giving advice both during and after hours.

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  • Gowling is up-to-date on key legislation and industry trends and balance the legal challenges with a pragmatic approach tailored to each particular dispute and client need.

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  • Their understanding of construction law and litigation is exemplary. They are consistently focused on the strategy and solution.

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  • Gowling have a depth of expertise in many different areas. They are very eager to provide good client experience and look at things from a 360-degree perspective.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ted Betts
    Ted Betts

    Ted Betts

    Infrastructure and construction practice lead Ted Betts practises out of Gowling WLG's Toronto office and has significant experience in the construction of real estate developments.

    • I appreciate Ted's responsiveness and quality of his work product. He's a proven leader.

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    • Ted is extremely knowledgeable, up to speed in new developments, very responsive and makes sure we have the best service.

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    • He makes himself available at a pinch for us, understands the business very well, sees the forest from the trees and is a strategic thinker.

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    • He is a super smart lawyer, really nice guy and a pleasure to work with.

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  • Brian Kapusianyk KC
    Brian Kapusianyk KC

    Brian Kapusianyk KC

    Calgary-based Brian Kapusianyk KC of Gowling WLG is a strong litigator in the construction space. His clients stem from the insurance, energy and construction sectors.

    • I appreciate Brian's responsiveness and quality of his work product. He is a proven leader, who gives me confidence.

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    • Brian is a wonderful lawyer. He is really good.

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  • Sahil Shoor
    Sahil Shoor

    Sahil Shoor

    Gowling WLG's Sahil Shoor is based in the Waterloo region, where he represents clients in a wide range of commercial disputes and major construction and infrastructure projects, both domestically and internationally.

    • He sees the bigger picture really well and good at managing client expectations. As a result, he sees opportunities to get early settlements.

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    • Sahil is a true star and deals with very high stakes commercial disputes in the construction space. He is incredibly hard working and he delivers results for his clients over and over again.

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    • Sahil is extremely responsive to client needs and able to adapt and evolve the approach required for each dispute.

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    • Sahil is a highly skilled litigator and has refined legal acumen in construction law. He grasps complex issues quickly and is focused on the wider picture through prudent and timely responses.

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    • He is a very good client relations counsel and good at approaching a matter that insights calmness and strategic thinking. He is very practical and pleasant to work with.

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  • Tristan Neill
    Tristan Neill

    Tristan Neill

    Tristan Neill is an associate based in Gowling WLG's Waterloo region office. He focuses his practice on handling construction and infrastructure litigation. He has further experience in advising clients on contract negotiations.

    • His legal acumen is one of his many strengths, but so too is his client-centered responsiveness, measured communication style and ardent ability to present matters with clarity.

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    • Tristan is a nice guy, a good communicator and very diligent.

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    • Tristan is very bright and responsive.

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