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Environment - Canada
What the Team is Known For
Gowling houses a well-recognised environmental law team which draws upon the law firm's interdisciplinary approach to offer experience across a range of jurisdictions and different environmental services. The practice has substantial expertise in brownfield development, waste and waste water management, and climate change with regard to cap-and-trade systems. The law firm regularly handles environmental litigation and also offers expertise representing clients in Northern Canada, including acting on behalf of Indigenous communities.
Strengths
The Gowling team recognises the sense of urgency and commitment to provide a response based on timing and thoroughness.
The team houses experts in the law and in the wider business and commercial context.
These are the people to use when it really matters.
Gowling provides clear and concise direction and creates a position for negotiations. The lawyers take the time to understand the issue and provide meaningful information on specific topics.
Gowling have been fantastic on this incredibly complex case. They have no issues bringing significant resources to meet the client's needs, and the team is very responsive.
Work Highlights
Gowling represented Kirby Offshore Marine in an environmental impact assessment following a marine oil spill off the coast of British Columbia, in addition to the subsequent prosecution and civil action.
Notable practitioners
Ian has a flawless knowledge and perfect mastery of his files.
Ian is an absolute delight to work with. He is an expert, understands the needs of the client and offers excellent strategic advice.
Excellent lawyer with a strong sense of her client's interest. Paule is very attentive and provides excellent advice.
Paule is well respected by the regulator.
Rodney Northey is well versed in regulatory issues, assisting with matters such as environmental approvals and waste management disputes on behalf of private and public clients, including municipalities. He operates out of the law firm's Toronto and Vancouver offices.
Adam Chamberlain heads the climate change and environmental law group at Gowling, typically advising private and public sector clients on the environmental aspects of various mining and infrastructure projects. Based in Toronto, he is noted for his activity at the intersection of environmental law and the representation of Indigenous peoples.
Ahab is amazing when it comes to his knowledge and expertise of the nuclear industry and nuclear law.
Mark Platteel has an extensive background in infrastructure and PPP projects matters both in private practice and in-house, having previously served as general counsel to ACS Infrastructure Canada.
Mark is always available and prepared. He is strong in client-facing meetings and has a logical approach.
Mark Platteel is very responsive, and his work is very thoughtful and top-notch. He is well respected by our company and works on complex projects.
Mark is hard-working, clear and active in negotiations.
Based in Montréal, Luc Lissoir assists both public and private entities with social infrastructure projects throughout Canada.
Luc Lissoir is an experienced and very composed lawyer.
Luc Lissoir is a team leader and acts as an indispensable guide in navigating the marketplace.
Nicolas Cayouette is based in Montréal and utilises his engineering background to provide valuable insights to clients on major infrastructure projects.
Nicolas is a key subject matter expert who helps us solve critical aspects of negotiations.
Nicolas Cayouette is fantastic to work with. He provides outside-of-the-box thinking, analysing complicated issues and understanding our needs as the client.
Nicolas Cayouette is a dedicated and knowledgeable lawyer.
Mark Youden handles both contentious and advisory matters on behalf of a wide range of clients, including utility providers, public bodies and development companies. He notably advises on environmental assessments and litigation relating to spills and land contamination.
Mark Youden produces fabulous work and has done really well.
Sebastian Ennis is a Vancouver-based associate of Iris Legal with broad expertise encompassing complex environmental disputes and compliance advice.
Sebastian Ennis is resourceful and reliable.
He has been knowledgeable, professional, responsive and in touch with the legal matters that impact the case at hand.
Sebastien Ennis does thorough analysis of any given questions and provides his feedback and guidance on next steps.
Sebastian Ennis quickly grasped all the nuances of the case.
Sebastian Ennis is a strong researcher. He understands the issues and provides well-researched, comprehensive submissions.