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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

Rankings

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Environment - Canada

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Gowling WLG (Canada) 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 wastewater 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.

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Work Highlights

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  • Gowling WLG (Canada) represented Groupe Somavrac in litigation before the Superior Court of Trois-Rivières pertaining to the presence of on-site historical contamination, which originates from Irving Oil's past petroleum activities at the site.

Strengths

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  • Gowling is knowledgeable, organised and gives a detailed delivery of facts.

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  • The lawyers are very practical, wonderful to deal with and good business partners.

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  • It is a very cohesive team that is super responsive.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ian Mondrow
    Ian Mondrow

    Ian Mondrow

    Ian Mondrow is a stalwart of the Ontario energy regulation market, regularly appearing before provincial regulators on a wide range of matters. His practice encompasses advising electricity sector clients on regulatory and policy law.
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  • Mark Platteel
    Mark Platteel

    Mark Platteel

    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.

    • He has a tremendous amount of intellectual horsepower and combines in-house experience with external counsel qualities.

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    • Mark treats clients like friends, which is very enjoyable. I am really happy with the level of attention he has given to files.

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    • Mark is a very smart guy, knows the industry very well and is very personable.

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    • Mark has an excellent understanding of the complexities of our business.

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  • Paule Hamelin
    Paule Hamelin

    Paule Hamelin

    Paule Hamelin operates out of the firm's Montréal office skilfully handling regulatory matters for her power sector clients, including representation before the Québec Energy Board.

    • Paule is very accessible and known for her tact and ability to deliver results.

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  • Rodney Northey
    Rodney Northey

    Rodney Northey

    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 office.

    • Rodney has not just technical knowledge, but also strategic thinking.

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    • He is very intelligent and well-versed in environmental law, with very creative solutions.

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  • Adam Chamberlain
    Adam Chamberlain

    Adam Chamberlain

    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.

    • Adam is incredibly knowledgeable and knows what he is talking about.

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  • Andrew Lamb
    Andrew Lamb

    Andrew Lamb

    Andrew Lamb is based in Gowling WLG's Calgary office and head's the firm's oil and gas group. His transactional experience includes acquisitions and joint ventures.

    • Andrew's experience makes him my first call for commercial transactions.

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    • Andrew is a fantastic lawyer who can bridge both legal and commercial complexities to find common ground.

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    • Andrew Lamb is very knowledgeable and provides practical guidance, without overcomplicating issues.

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  • Lindsay Wong
    Lindsay Wong

    Lindsay Wong

    Lindsay Wong is a Toronto-based partner who advises both public and private sector clients on PPP projects.

    • Lindsay's support is very balanced and well-rounded on projects. She is very knowledgeable and has a lot of experience. She provides very practical advice and has good attention to detail.

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    • Lindsay is very good with clients and always incredibly prepared. Whenever we ask her a question, I know she will always thoroughly look at it. Overall, she is really great to work with.

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  • Luc Lissoir
    Luc Lissoir

    Luc Lissoir

    Based in Montréal, Luc Lissoir assists both public and private entities with social infrastructure projects throughout Canada.

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  • Mark Youden
    Mark Youden

    Mark Youden

    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 is very responsive and dedicated to clients. He is astute and pragmatically addresses complex issues.

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    • He is organised, communicative and does a good job at managing complex matters.

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    • Mark is a very strong collaborator and brings reliable expertise and insight.

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  • Nicolas Cayouette
    Nicolas Cayouette

    Nicolas Cayouette

    Nicolas Cayouette is based in Montréal and utilises his engineering background to provide valuable insights to clients on major infrastructure projects.

    • Nicolas provides exceptional quality of service, legal advice and availability.

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  • Sebastian Ennis-Brown
    Sebastian Ennis-Brown

    Sebastian Ennis-Brown

    Sebastian Ennis-Brown is a Vancouver-based associate with broad expertise encompassing complex environmental disputes and compliance advice.

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