Environmental enforcement and prosecution are on the rise and more companies and individuals, including corporate directors and officers, supervisors and employees are being charged with and prosecuted under the environmental and related regulatory offences. Under particular circumstances, executives, managers and supervisors are now also exposed to criminal charges under the Criminal Code for failing to comply with environmental regulations.

We regularly represent and defend companies and individuals charged with environmental and regulatory offences. No matter how large or complex the case, one of our civil litigation lawyers will work with our client to provide a solution that is strategic and sensible. We have the knowledge of the law, understanding of the technical issues and trial experience to ensure your success in these matters.

• Successfully represented companies and individuals charged with pollution and compliance offences under the Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Pesticides Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and municipal sewer use by-laws.
• Successfully represented companies and individuals subject to various administrative orders, including stop orders and orders to comply.
• Successfully represented Plaintiffs and Defendants in civil claims.