LAWYER PROFILE
Roy Millen

Roy Millen

Global 2026

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Practice Areas

Roy has particular experience in Indigenous rights and title, and litigation involving commercial and administrative law matters. Clients appreciate Roy's ability to provide prompt, straightforward and business-savvy advice in areas of the law that are complex and continually evolving.

In the area of Aboriginal law, Roy advises clients across Canada on the development of energy, mining and other major projects, and relationships among Indigenous peoples, businesses, and governments. He negotiates commercial agreements, impact benefit agreements, consultation protocols and other arrangements with First Nations, Métis and other Indigenous groups. He also assists clients in navigating the regulatory processes necessary to secure project approval, including the implications of UNDRIP, and represents clients in litigation regarding Indigenous rights and title.

Roy has been a guest instructor and adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Law, guest lecturer at the University of Western Faculty of Law, and a participant in round tables at the University of Victoria Faculty of Law.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Aboriginal Law - Canada

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Roy Millen is a well-regarded Aboriginal law practitioner, who co-leads Blakes' Aboriginal law group. He frequently advises significant natural resource and energy clients. Based in Vancouver, he provides experience in the negotiation and execution of agreements with Aboriginal groups.

Strengths

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  • Roy is extremely responsive and very knowledgeable on Indigenous relations and regulatory knowledge.

    Aboriginal LawChambers Global Guide
  • Roy has all the qualities of a knowledgeable, respectful and fair lawyer.

    Aboriginal LawChambers Global Guide
  • I love Roy's delivery more than anything. He is anti-panic. He just slides in with the perfect argument and all of his arguments are very carefully crafted and incisive.

    Aboriginal LawChambers Global Guide
  • Roy is a very strong lawyer, with a practical mindset.

    Aboriginal LawChambers Global Guide
  • Roy is a highly valued member of our team. He is calm, confident and provides exceptional advice to us.

    Aboriginal LawChambers Global Guide

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