Gowling WLG’s full-service construction practice is closely aligned with its infrastructure offering and is commended for its ability to ‘provide services during the pre-construction, construction and dispute phases of any project’. The group is further distinguished by its broad national coverage and maintains strong footholds in many of Canada’s key business hubs. From Toronto, Ted Betts leads the infrastructure and construction team and advises on the tendering, structuring, negotiation and drafting of construction contracts. Also in Toronto, Christopher Stanek is noted for his experience in land-related litigation, including construction disputes. Key names in Calgary include seasoned construction litigator Brian Kapusianyk and next-generation partner Jordan Crone, who was recently appointed local construction department lead. Other up-and-coming names include Kitchener-based litigator Sahil Shoor and associate Tristan Neill.
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Testimonials
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- ‘We also highlight Mark Platteel, Ted Betts, Matthew Bernardo, Brian Kapusianyk and Lindsay Wong for their availability and willingness to share superior expertise on a wide variety of challenging legal issues, often on short notice. We greatly benefit from the depth and breadth of their knowledge.’
- ‘The team has a high degree of knowledge of this industry/sector and have earned our respect. Sahil Shoor and Tristan Neill are detailed-orientated advocates with a high degree of professionalism.’
- ‘Stand-out partners are Jordan Crone, Tom Brookes, Sahil Shoor and Warren Foley. Stand-out associates are Tristan Neill and Jonathan Nisar. All deserve recognition for their dedication to providing outstanding services to their clients. They are always available and possess a great wealth of knowledge.’
- ‘One of the most formidable firms for construction and infrastructure projects in Canada. It has a fantastic team of partners and lawyers who are able to provide services during the pre-construction, construction and dispute phases of any project. They possess a wealth of knowledge.’
- ‘Jeremy Sapers stands out for his communication and ability to convey complex legal jargon in a way that is clear and concise. He showed empathy and care when dealing with our issues, and provided realistic outcomes that considered the cost to litigate and the associated cost benefit.’
- ‘A team with deep construction knowledge and litigation defence strength. Mark Crane understands complex construction projects and the players involved.’
Key clients
ACCIONA
AECOM
Aoyuan International
AtkinsRéalis
Cana Energy
Chandos Construction
Dalmen Products and DPRO
Government of Alberta, Ministry of Infrastructure
First Capital Realty
IAMGOLD
Keolis
Ledcor Group
Work highlights
Advised IAMGOLD on the construction, commissioning and transition to operations of its Côté Gold Project, including dispute resolution.
Advised Stantec Consulting, Stantec Architecture and QBE in litigation relating to the design and construction of the East Rail Maintenance Facility in Whitby, Ontario.
Advised the Government of Alberta on multiple infrastructure projects, including the Canmore Nordic Centre Expansion Project and the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre Project.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Ted Betts
Other key lawyers
Christopher Stanek; Brian Kapusianyk; Jordan Crone; Sahil Shoor; Tristan Neill; Mark Crane; Tom Brookes; Jeremy Sapers; Warren Foley; Jonathan Nisar; Mark Platteel; Matthew Bernardo; Lindsay Wong