Julie Parla

Practice Areas

Julie is a partner in the litigation group and has significant experience in the areas of infrastructure, major construction, energy, and procurement.

She has appeared before courts at all levels, including the Supreme Court of Canada, and as lead counsel at arbitration, trial, and various court proceedings related to breach of project agreement claims, claims under various CCDC contract types, construction deficiencies claims, construction lien claims, procurement claims, and challenges to municipal by-laws. As a trusted adviser for major enterprises, Julie is practical and business-oriented, and often retained to advise on risk mitigation and dispute avoidance. 

Julie represents clients in both the public and private sectors, including AFP authorities, Crown agencies, municipalities, educational and healthcare entities, owners in land development, energy and other industries, and major contractors.

Career

Ontario Bar, 2022

Leading Lawyer in Infrastructure, The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory

Professional Memberships

The Advocates Society

Canadian Bar Association

Ontario Bar Association (OBA), Construction Law Section

Society of Construction Lawyers – North America

Publications

https://www.lexology.com/firms/mccarthy-tetrault-llp/julie_k_parla

Public Procurement Year in Review 2023

Personal

Julie is Co-Chair of the National Infrastructure Group and head of McCarthy’s Project Disputes team.