Cassandra Sawers, Vancouver

About Cassandra

Cassandra's focuses on Indigenous and environmental law. She advises clients on a wide range of legal matters, including commercial transactions, consultation, permitting, corporate compliance and regulatory issues.

Cassandra provides strategic guidance on Indigenous and environmental issues within commercial transactions, assisting clients on addressing the intricacies of these sectors. She is dedicated to assisting clients in fostering meaningful relationships with Indigenous partners, by offering insightful advice on engagement strategies and navigating the delicate nuances of relationship building practices. Cassandra's experience also includes navigating complex regulatory frameworks and representing clients in administrative monetary penalties proceedings.

Cassandra received her JD from the Peter A. Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia. She graduated with a specialization in environmental and natural resource law.

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Drafting commercial relationship agreements with Indigenous groups and providing advice on matters including procurement and business opportunities
Assisting with environmental and Indigenous due diligence for successful corporate transactions, including the natural resource and technology sectors
Advising clients on Indigenous consultation matters, with a deep understanding of Indigenous values
Advising clients on a range of environmental issues regarding the development of large-scale projects, including permitting, regulatory compliance, and wildlife management
Assisting with federal regulatory prosecutions