Caireen Hanert

Caireen E. Hanert stands out as a distinguished partner at Gowling WLG's Calgary office, where she brilliantly leads in restructuring and insolvency litigation, alongside her involvement in commercial litigation. Her adeptness in navigating the complexities of insolvency proceedings marks her as a pivotal advisor for a spectrum of involved parties such as debtors, creditors, and court-appointed officers, particularly within the frameworks of the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.

Hanert's expertise isn't confined to insolvency. Her work in commercial litigation spans a broad range of complex issues, prominently in the sectors of energy and construction. She delves into intricate corporate disputes, tackling securities issues, shareholder disagreements, oppression actions, and derivative claims with a keen analytical eye. Her proficiency in commercial fraud and breach of contract cases further showcases her versatile legal acumen.

Particularly noted for her contributions to the energy industry, Hanert skillfully handles disputes involving CAPL contracts, gas supply agreements, and oil and gas processing contracts, among others. Her clientele is as diverse as her practice areas, including financial institutions, resource companies, oil and gas service companies, First Nations, major landholding corporations, developers, and even international retailers.

Her courtroom prowess is well-established, with appearances across all judicial levels in Alberta, the Northwest Territories, and even before the Supreme Court of Canada. Hanert's legal journey includes significant roles before the British Columbia Supreme Court and the Federal Courts, highlighting her extensive trial and appellate capabilities.

Before her tenure at Gowling WLG, Hanert enriched her experience at another national law firm, further solidifying her legal foundation. Beyond her legal practice, she is deeply involved with the International Women's Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation (IWIRC), where she serves as the Chair of the Western Canada chapter.

Hanert's practice areas are extensive, covering energy, financial institutions and services, commercial litigation, litigation and dispute resolution, class actions, Indigenous law, product liability, and more, including specialized sectors like distressed M&A and banking litigation. Her comprehensive expertise and dedication to her field make Caireen E. Hanert a formidable presence in Calgary's legal landscape, offering unmatched counsel and representation across her practice areas.