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David V Tupper

David V Tupper

Canada 2026

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Ranked in 4 practice areas

About

Provided by Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Practice Areas

David's practice involves all aspects of corporate/commercial litigation with an emphasis on securities law, construction law, arbitration, insurance law, environmental law, and energy law. He regularly appears before all levels of courts in Alberta as well as in the Federal Court and the Federal Court of Appeal. He also has a considerable advisory practice in the insurance and reinsurance area. He acts as counsel in an array of high-value and high-profile matters.

Career

David is an elected Bencher of the Law Society of Alberta. He regularly speaks at conferences throughout Canada and is active in many volunteer organizations, including Boards of Directors of leading litigation organizations throughout Canada.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Canada Guide

Litigation: General Commercial - Alberta

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

David Tupper of Blake, Cassels & Graydon offers vast experience representing energy and financial services companies in both commercial litigation and arbitration. His Calgary-based practice also includes additional strength in construction and insurance disputes.

Insurance: Dispute Resolution - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Based in the firm's Calgary office, David Tupper is an experienced commercial litigator who represents an impressive roster of industry-leading insurers in claims relating to the energy sector in Alberta and BC.

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Nationwide - Canada

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

David Tupper is a partner based in Blakes' Calgary office. He is noted for his commercial arbitration practice, where he regularly acts for clients in the energy and construction disputes.

Construction - Nationwide - Canada

Band 5
Band 5

Individual Editorial

Alberta-based David Tupper of Blake, Cassels & Graydon is a distinguished litigator, with a considerable presence in the construction space. He is also adept at handling complex arbitration proceedings. He has further strength in advising clients on non-contentious issues, such as procurement strategies and contract negotiations.

Strengths

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  • David is possibly the best litigator in the city, he is absolutely brilliant and very strategic. He is just exceptionally good at what he does.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Canada Guide
  • David is exceptional as a litigator, but also in helping manage files in the right way.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Canada Guide
  • David is a fantastic individual, with great personality and expertise. We've had success working with him and he has a great skillset.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Canada Guide
  • David has provided us with great results.

    Insurance: Dispute ResolutionChambers Canada Guide
  • David is insightful and clearly knows his discipline extremely well. He offers practical advice and direction.

    Insurance: Dispute ResolutionChambers Canada Guide
  • David's ability to hone in on issues and deliver a surgical strike is unmatched. His vast knowledge and experience instill you with confidence immediately.

    Insurance: Dispute ResolutionChambers Canada Guide

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Alberta

British Columbia

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