Indigenous Rights

My practice has focused on the litigation and negotiation of claims involving Aboriginal rights, Aboriginal title, and treaty rights. I advise clients on the constitutional duty of consultation and accommodation with respect to significant development projects in their traditional territories.

I specialize in land law applicable to reserves set aside for the use and benefit of First Nations. I advise clients with respect to the interests of members and non-members in reserve lands. I have substantial experience with the implementation of the federal Addition to Reserve policy.

I advise First Nation clients on tax matters, particularly in connection with the statutory tax exemptions of First Nations.

Indigenous Governance

I work closely with First Nations to assist them with the implementation of their inherent right of self-government. I advise First Nation clients on all aspects of governance including the exercise by First Nation Councils of statutory and inherent powers, elections and referenda, administrative agreements, community policing and justice, and land management.

Public Law

My litigation practice has focused on the judicial review of administrative decisions of ministers of the Crown and statutory tribunals with substantial experience with environmental assessments and project approvals. I have represented clients in proceedings before administrative tribunals.

Civil and Commercial Law

I advise and represent clients in a range of matters including civil liability, contracts, employment, trusts, and intellectual property. I participate in the drafting of commercial agreements, tenders, leases, as well as publishing contracts.