Christopher Harris

Chris, a corporate attorney with a significant focus on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and intricate commercial deals, primarily serves strategic clients and private equity investors. His expertise spans the entire energy value chain, touching on upstream oil and gas, pipeline operations, midstream and downstream processes, marketing, as well as power, renewables, and carbon capture utilization and storage. A considerable portion of his work crosses international borders, reflecting his adeptness at navigating global investment landscapes. Chris is also well-versed in sectors outside of energy, including technology, agribusiness, and industrial services.

He has been lauded as a top transactional lawyer in Canada by esteemed legal directories such as Lexpert and Chambers for his contributions to the field.

Chris's remarkable track record includes advising Pembina Pipeline Corporation on a multi-billion dollar acquisition and a significant bought deal offering, guiding Suncor Energy Inc. through major acquisitions that bolstered its position in the oil sands market, and facilitating Pembina Pipeline Corporation's strategic joint venture, enhancing its natural gas processing capabilities.

In the realm of renewable energy, Chris played a pivotal role in advising a client on a bid under Alberta's solar procurement program, showcasing his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions. His involvement in the sale of significant oil and gas assets and his advisory role in transactions involving greenhouse gas credits underscore his versatility and depth of knowledge in environmental stewardship and compliance.

Chris's recognition in leading legal publications, including The Legal 500 Canada and The Best Lawyers in Canada, underscores his prominence in the field of energy law, corporate law, and mergers and acquisitions. His membership with the Alberta Bar since 2008, coupled with a distinguished academic background from the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary, lays a solid foundation for his exemplary legal practice.