MLT Aikins LLP is a premier Western Canada law firm known for its depth in corporate and commercial matters, energy and natural resources, and complex cross border work. The firm serves a broad client base including major corporations, financial institutions, developers and Indigenous enterprises, providing practical, business minded advice across seven offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg and the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation. Its lawyers work as one integrated team, drawing on experience from across the network to deliver seamless service and timely results.

MLT Aikins is widely recognized for legal excellence, including being named as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms by The Globe and Mail and receiving accolades from Lexpert and Best Lawyers. The firm is routinely cited for its strength in corporate and commercial, banking and finance, dispute resolution, real estate and energy matters, reflecting a broad and durable reputation among clients and peers.

MLT Aikins emphasizes client service through a collaborative, one team approach that integrates lawyers across offices to deliver practical, timely solutions. The firm maintains a strong focus on responsiveness, industry knowledge and proactive communication, aligning legal strategies with clients business objectives and the realities of Western Canada markets.

About MLT Aikins LLP

Founded in 1879

850 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Energy, Environment & ESG
Real Estate
Banking & Finance
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

MLT Aikins provides comprehensive corporate and commercial counsel including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, franchising, licensing, and joint ventures. The team supports businesses from start ups to mid size and larger enterprises, structures and negotiates matters, and coordinates cross border and cross jurisdiction transactions. The team also offers external general counsel services and integrates tax planning and governance to ensure efficient operations.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Energy, Environment & ESG

Environmental Law & Compliance
Oil, Gas & Energy
Natural Resources
ESG Advisory & Compliance
Climate Change Law
Renewable & Alternative Energy
Energy Regulatory Law
Water Law
Mining Law

Real Estate

Real estate lawyers at MLT Aikins handle commercial and industrial property matters, including development and construction projects, financing and leasing, and complex transactions for developers, financial institutions, REITs and Indigenous developments. The team collaborates across Western Canada to deliver practical, timely solutions and risk management for property deals.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Banking & Finance

The Banking and Finance team provides advice on secured and unsecured lending, syndicated facilities, asset based lending, leasing, debt restructurings and related transactions for lenders and borrowers. The team coordinates with corporate finance and securities to address governance, regulatory and tax considerations and to deliver pragmatic financing solutions.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management
Investment & Business Structuring

Lawsuits & Disputes

Dispute resolution and litigation capabilities cover civil disputes, regulatory proceedings, arbitration and investigations across industries including construction, energy and banking. The practice also leverages alternative dispute resolution methods to advise on the most efficient path to resolution.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency
Dispute Prevention & Pre-Litigation

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