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Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples

Canada Guide 2026 : Nationwide - Canada

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Provided by MLT Aikins LLP

The members of the MLT Aikins Indigenous practice area provide a high level of focused knowledge and work collaboratively with the firm’s other practice areas to bring our clients the benefits of a full-service business law firm with a significant understanding of the unique issues facing Indigenous communities.

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Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

MLT Aikins fields a broad team focusing on Aboriginal law, with expertise based in each of its offices across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. The firm regularly acts for First Nations and Indigenous-owned corporations on a variety of corporate and commercial matters. These include mergers and acquisitions, as well as housing development projects. Its lawyers also represent clients on disputes relating to land ownership.

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Strengths

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MLT Aikins are a really strong firm.
Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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Drew Lafond
Drew Lafond is based in the firm's Saskatoon office and advises clients on a broad range of governance issues and commercial matters. He offers additional expertise in gaming law.
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Saul Joseph
Saul Joseph is based in the firm's Vancouver office. He offers diverse skills to Indigenous and corporate clients in regulatory and commercial matters.
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Ranked Individuals at MLT Aikins LLP (2)

Nationwide - Canada

Drew Lafond
Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples
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Saul Joseph
Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples
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