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Olthuis Kleer Townshend

Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples

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Olthuis Kleer Townshend

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Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples - Nationwide - Canada

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Olthuis Kleer Townshend is a standout Toronto law firm with an impressive reputation and significant national reach in the area of Aboriginal law. It regularly represents First Nations clients in business law matters, including economic development and natural resources project work. The firm also advises on employment law, constitutional law, administrative legal procedures and self-governance, with a notable track record for handling Aboriginal and treaty rights litigation before all levels of court and regulatory tribunals. Its lawyers demonstrate considerable aptitude for counselling tribal councils in negotiations with provincial governments concerning major mining projects. They are supported by an additional office in Yellowknife.
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  • Olthuis Kleer Townshend are market leaders.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Larry Innes
    Larry Innes

    Larry Innes

    Larry Innes of Olthuis Kleer Townshend is experienced in acting for First Nations on mining, energy and forestry matters. Based in Yellowknife, he possesses extensive experience advising on impact and benefit agreements.

    • Larry does very good work.

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  • Nancy Kleer
    Nancy Kleer

    Nancy Kleer

    Nancy Kleer represents Indigenous clients in mining and mineral exploration matters. Based in Olthuis Kleer Townshend's Toronto office, her work includes litigation support and negotiations, with further expertise in environmental protection and assessment.

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  • Renée Pelletier
    Renée Pelletier

    Renée Pelletier

    Renée Pelletier is a Toronto-based lawyer at Olthuis Kleer Townshend, who has a strong track record in representing Indigenous clients on environmental law and treaty rights litigation.

    • Renée is a good, strong litigator.

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Ranked Individuals at Olthuis Kleer Townshend (3)

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    Larry Innes

    Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples

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    Nancy Kleer

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    Renée Pelletier

    Aboriginal Law - Representation of Indigenous Peoples

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