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When it comes to choosing lawyers to handle large, complex projects anywhere in the world, Gowling WLG offers a winning combination of experience and expertise.

We advise on the most challenging and complex infrastructure and PPP projects being undertaken internationally. Our lawyers are established advisers to government bodies, contractors, sponsors and funders, and have a strong track record of delivering strategically important and high-value projects.

We understand the full range of procurement models and advise on bid tactics and strategic procurement issues. Our service offering includes:

•           Contracts, alliancing and outsourcing

•           Construction of courthouses and detention centres

•           Design and management of procurement processes

•           Energy from waste, cleanup and waste-disposal projects

•           Financing, including placements of debt and equity

•           Fund formation

•           Equity structuring

•           Government relations

•           Health care facilities

•           Exit strategies, such as public financings

•           Land-use planning and zoning

•           Operations and management agreements

•           Planning strategies, approvals and advice

•           Procurement and governance of public private partnerships (PPPs/P3s)

•           Real estate developments

•           Schools and universities

•           Transport

•           Water and wastewater projects

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3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Gowling WLG is highlighted for its representation of subcontractors and facilities service providers in infrastructure projects throughout Canada. With notable experience in relation to operation and maintenance matters, the practice often acts for project sponsors and lenders. It has a particular focus on social infrastructure projects, including hospital developments and redevelopments. Also gaining in traction on the contentious side, the firm acts on major PPP and infrastructure disputes across a variety of jurisdictions.

Work Highlights

Provided by Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

  • A Gowling team advised the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable on the public procurement of the two directional segments of the new Île-aux-Tourtes Bridge.

Strengths

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Gowling have an excellent understanding of contracts, which translates into good advice and quality work.

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Gowling's lawyers are calm, confident, controlled and concise. They provide cogent and concise communications.

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The Gowling team works hard to find solutions that not only work in a legal sense but are also practical and align with our commercial requirements.

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark Platteel
4
Mark Platteel
4
Band 4

Mark Platteel has an extensive background in infrastructure and PPP projects matters both in private practice and in-house, having previously served as general counsel to ACS Infrastructure Canada.

Mark is hard-working, clear and active in negotiations.

Mark is always available and prepared. He is strong in client-facing meetings and has a logical approach.

Mark Platteel is very responsive, and his work is very thoughtful and top-notch. He is well respected by our company and works on complex projects.

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Luc Lissoir
5
Luc Lissoir
5
Band 5

Based in Montréal, Luc Lissoir assists both public and private entities with social infrastructure projects throughout Canada.

Luc Lissoir is an experienced and very composed lawyer.

Luc Lissoir is a team leader and acts as an indispensable guide in navigating the marketplace.

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Nicolas Cayouette
5
Nicolas Cayouette
5
Band 5

Nicolas Cayouette is based in Montréal and utilises his engineering background to provide valuable insights to clients on major infrastructure projects.

Nicolas Cayouette is a dedicated and knowledgeable lawyer.

Nicolas is a key subject matter expert who helps us solve critical aspects of negotiations.

Nicolas Cayouette is fantastic to work with. He provides outside-of-the-box thinking, analysing complicated issues and understanding our needs as the client.

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Lindsay Wong
U
Lindsay Wong
U
Up and Coming

Lindsay Wong is a Toronto-based partner who advises both public and private sector clients on PPP projects.

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Natasha Rana
U
Natasha Rana
U
Up and Coming

Natasha Rana is a partner based in Gowling's Vancouver office. She regularly advises clients on the development of transportation and energy infrastructure projects in Canada and the USA.

Natasha Rana is a great person to do business with.

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Mark Platteel
4
Mark Platteel
4
Band 4
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Luc Lissoir
5
Luc Lissoir
5
Band 5
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Nicolas Cayouette
5
Nicolas Cayouette
5
Band 5
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Lindsay Wong
U
Lindsay Wong
U
Up and Coming
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Natasha Rana
U
Natasha Rana
U
Up and Coming
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