Overview

Simon practices in Dentons’ Energy Regulation group in Calgary and in the firm’s national Competition and Foreign Investment group. In his energy and utilities practice, Simon focuses on economic regulatory, public, Indigenous and environmental law. In his competition practice, he assists with Competition Act and Investment Canada Act merger clearances as well as with civilly-reviewable and criminal matters. In addition, Simon advises on issues arising under Alberta consumer protection legislation.

Prior to joining Dentons, Simon served as counsel at the National Energy Board, advising on one of Canada's largest proposed cross-country pipeline projects. Simon’s regulatory practice also draws from his experience at Ontario’s power system operator, the IESO, on enforcement and anti-market manipulation issues.

Simon completed his JD in 2011 at Toronto’s Osgoode Hall Law School, where he served as a Senior Editor on the Osgoode Hall Law Journal. Simon has volunteered his time representing individuals and non-profits in regulatory proceedings through Pro Bono Law Alberta’s Volunteer Lawyer Services program.

First recognized in 2020, Simon has been commended for his extensive knowledge and experience in the following respected publication:

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Practice Areas

• Aboriginal Law
• Environmental Law
• Natural Resources & Energy

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 2012 (ON); 2014 (AB)