Gowling WLG

The practice at Gowling WLG is noted for advising a host of First Nation, Métis and Inuit governments, Indigenous political organizations, and government and corporate clients who work with Indigenous communities. Its advisory prowess encompasses the negotiation of claims and self-government agreements, Indigenous tax advice, environmental assessments and consultation to First Nations, as well as negotiating mineral and mining resource agreements. Class action litigation and disputes relating to Indigenous title and treaty rights make up the bulk of the team’s contentious work. Practice head Paul Seaman works from both the Toronto and Vancouver offices and focuses on transactions and projects where the Crown’s obligation to consult with Indigenous peoples is involved. Ottawa-based Cam Cameron majors on Indigenous commercial matters and gambling law.