Rodney Smith

Rodney, a seasoned practitioner with a robust focus on complex commercial litigation and arbitration, stands out for his expertise in construction disputes. His representation spans owners, general contractors, and subcontractors embroiled in large-scale construction and engineering project disputes. He navigates through contractual interpretation, negligence, delay claims, deficiencies, and builders' liens with unmatched proficiency.

His legal acumen also extends to a variety of contractual disputes, energy disputes, and commercial real estate disputes, along with a notable depth in intellectual property litigation, especially concerning copyright, trademarks, and confidential information. Additionally, Rodney's role as a Trademark Agent further underscores his versatility in the legal field.

Rodney's litigation prowess is evident through his extensive trial and appellate experience across Alberta's courts, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, the Federal Court, and the Federal Court of Appeal, as well as his presence in various administrative tribunals. His arbitration skills are equally commendable, with a significant track record in both domestic and international arbitrations.

His engagements include acting as counsel in a multitude of high-stakes disputes, from public infrastructure projects in northern Alberta to ICC arbitrations over delay and deficiency claims. His litigation portfolio is impressive, with successful outcomes in trials ranging from disputes over skyscraper construction in Calgary to defending claims against residential construction companies.

Rodney's insights into the legal landscape are shared through contributions to articles and participation in pivotal legal discussions, enhancing the legal community's knowledge and practices. His professional dedication is mirrored in his active involvement with the Canadian Bar Association, The Advocates’ Society, and the Intellectual Property Institute of Canada, among others. His community engagement, including his role as a director at the CKE Community Association and volunteering efforts, speaks to his commitment beyond the legal sphere.

Acknowledged in the 2024 editions of The Best Lawyers in Canada® for Construction Law and hailed as a "Next generation partner" in The Legal 500 Canada, Rodney's legal expertise is well-recognized. His distinction as a Future Star by Benchmark Canada since 2021 further solidifies his standing in the legal community.

With admissions to practice in Manitoba and Alberta and an educational background that includes a J.D. from the University of Calgary and an M.Phil. from the University of Cambridge, Rodney's legal services, provided through a Law Corporation, reflect a deep-seated knowledge and a broad-based approach to addressing legal challenges, setting him apart as a distinguished figure in the legal domain.