Overview
Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP represents clients on a full range of environment, Indigenous and energy law issues. Our dedicated legal team includes six Environmental Law Specialists certified by the Law Society of Ontario plus lawyers with backgrounds in environmental science and environmental planning.
Willms & Shier is known for its extensive knowledge and innovative solutions in a broad range of practice areas including defence of prosecution, corporate due diligence and risk management, toxic tort litigation, brownfields strategy and contaminated site remediation, environmental assessment and approvals, municipal law, First Nations development and renewable energy matters. Our leadership and participation at conferences and events help us maintain cutting edge knowledge and analysis of Canada’s changing environmental laws.
Contact Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers. We'll anticipate your environmental law needs, deliver expert advice, on time and on budget, with service and care that exceeds expectations.
Willms & Shier is known for its extensive knowledge and innovative solutions in a broad range of practice areas including defence of prosecution, corporate due diligence and risk management, toxic tort litigation, brownfields strategy and contaminated site remediation, environmental assessment and approvals, municipal law, First Nations development and renewable energy matters. Our leadership and participation at conferences and events help us maintain cutting edge knowledge and analysis of Canada’s changing environmental laws.
Contact Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers. We'll anticipate your environmental law needs, deliver expert advice, on time and on budget, with service and care that exceeds expectations.
Rankings
National
Tier
1
National Ranking
Aboriginal Law / Indigenous PracticeTier
1
National Ranking
Environmental LawRegional
Ottawa
Tier
1
Ottawa
Aboriginal Law / Indigenous PracticeTier
1
Ottawa
Environmental LawToronto
Tier
1
Toronto
Aboriginal Law / Indigenous PracticeTier
1
Toronto
Environmental LawTier
3
Toronto
Municipal LawRankings
National
Tier
1
National Ranking
Aboriginal Law / Indigenous PracticeTier
1
National Ranking
Environmental LawRegional
Ottawa
Tier
1
Ottawa
Aboriginal Law / Indigenous PracticeTier
1
Ottawa
Environmental LawToronto
Tier
1
Toronto
Aboriginal Law / Indigenous PracticeTier
1
Toronto
Environmental LawTier
3
Toronto
Municipal LawPractice Areas
Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 3 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice
- Energy Regulatory Law
- Environmental Law
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™
Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP proudly has 6 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Offices & Contacts
Toronto, ON
1 Toronto Street, Suite 900
Toronto, ON M5C 2V6
Canada
Calgary, AB
Bankers Hall West Tower
888 - 3rd Street SW, Suite 100
Calgary, AB T2P 5C5
Canada
Ottawa, ON
135 Laurier Avenue West, Suite 100
Ottawa, ON K1P 5J2
Canada
•Contaminated Land & Brownfields • Approvals & Compliance • Regulatory Orders & Prosecutions • Environmental Management • Clean Technology • Energy Law (Climate Change) • Environmental Litigation
•Environmental Litigation • Contaminated Land & Brownfields • Aboriginal Law • Natural Resources Law
•Environmental Litigation • Contaminated Land & Brownfields • Regulatory Orders & Prosecutions • Environmental Law for Municipalitites • Environmental Management