Lawyer Profile

Heather Richardson

Calgary, Alberta

Heather Richardson

Overview

Heather's litigation practice involves all aspects of corporate/commercial litigation with an emphasis on regulatory law, environmental law, professional liability, and contract disputes. She has represented clients before the Alberta Court of King's Bench, has authored written submissions for several levels of court and administrative bodies, and has participated in various alternative dispute resolution processes, including judicial dispute resolutions.

Prior to joining Blakes, Heather clerked for the Honourable Madam Justice Rowbotham of the Alberta Court of Appeal.

Acting on behalf of an Alberta tech company in response to an injunction application by a regulatory body

Representing professionals in disciplinary proceedings by their regulatory bodies

Acting on behalf of a large natural gas company in a C$35-million dispute involving seismic data

Acting on behalf of a First Nation in regards to a royalty dispute with the Government of Canada

Representing a transmission line operator in an appeal involving Constitutional and land valuation issues

Acting on behalf of a large general contractor in respect of various liens and lawsuits by several sub-contractors

Practice Areas

  • Aboriginal Law
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Civil Litigation

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 2012 (AB)