Norton Rose Fulbright’s Alberta team has a well-established client base including the Canadian government, global corporations and prominent Canadian companies. Practice head Kelly Moffet-Burima is recognised for her work in the construction and energy sectors, particularly in contractual disputes. Clarke Hunter KC maintains a strong position in the market for government-side aboriginal issues and joint ventures, Steve Leitl KC frequently assists in shareholder disputes, and Roger Smith KC has advised in arbitrations and mediations. Other key contacts include Ray Chartier (infrastructure and energy matters), Kaitlin Long (regulatory and environmental matters), and Lara Mason (class actions and aboriginal rights) and Gunnar Benediktsson (restructuring and insolvency). Geoffrey Poelman was promoted to partner in January 2025.
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‘The experience in dealing with NRF has been excellent as they are highly qualified and professional. They provide all required information and listen to what you require as a client.’
‘Kelly Moffat-Burima has been excellent to work with as she provides guidance and education throughout the process, so that we are able to determine our course of action with confidence. She is an excellent communicator and is available as needed. She and her associates always keep us updated with the status of all negotiations.’
‘Excellent communication and file management.’
‘NRF makes a concerted effort to know their client beyond the basics of the dispute. This allows for better client management and ability to service their needs.’
‘Lara Mason: great situational awareness and ability to react in real time.’
Key clients
- Chance Oil and Gas Limited (formerly Northern Cross Yukon Ltd.)
- Government of Alberta
- Government of Canada/Department of Justice Canada
- NOVA Chemicals Corporation
- Veren Inc.
Work highlights
Representing the Government of Canada in several multi-billion-dollar claims related to oil and gas development and production from First Nations' lands in Alberta and addressing the nature and scope of the Crown’s trust and fiduciary duties to those First Nations.
Representing Calgary Co-op in a successful commercial oppression claim against Federated Co-operative.
Representing Chance Oil and Gas Limited in a CA$2bn lawsuit against the Yukon government regarding a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing that was implemented in 2015.
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Practice head
Kelly Moffet-Burima
Other key lawyers
Clarke Hunter KC; Steve Leitl KC; Roger Smith KC; Kaitlin Long; Lara Mason; Gunnar Benediktsson