Gautam Dhillon

Gautam's expertise in corporate and commercial law shines through his dedicated work on significant infrastructure projects. His legal acumen encompasses a broad spectrum of project delivery methods, including the nuanced realm of public-private partnerships (PPPs). Gautam's role often sees him navigating the complex landscape of project finance, representing both project initiators and financial institutions. His counsel is also sought after in the secondary market for PPP transactions, showcasing his versatility and depth of knowledge in this field.

His contributions to the Site C Clean Energy Project in British Columbia underscore his ability to handle large-scale energy initiatives, providing strategic legal guidance to BC Hydro on this monumental clean energy endeavor. Gautam's involvement with the Indigenous Community Infrastructure Initiative as counsel to the Canada Infrastructure Bank highlights his commitment to bridging infrastructure gaps in Indigenous communities through innovative financing solutions for projects worth $1 billion.

Further illustrating his diverse expertise, Gautam played a pivotal role as counsel to a mining entity embarking on a significant gold and copper mining venture in Greece. This project, which adopted an engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) contracting structure, benefited greatly from his strategic insights and legal oversight.

Gautam's thought leadership extends beyond his practice. He co-authored an article on Services Agreements for Thomson Reuters Practical Law, offering valuable knowledge on contract stipulations in Canada, and contributed insights on the updates to the stipulated price contract, enriching the legal community's understanding of these critical areas.

His professional affiliations with the Law Societies of British Columbia and Alberta, along with his active participation in the Vancouver Regional Construction Association, speak to his deep-rooted commitment to the legal and construction sectors. Gautam's community engagement further reflects his multifaceted interests, serving as a director and secretary for the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival Society and volunteering for the BLG United Way Campaign and BLG Reads to Kids program, demonstrating his dedication to societal contributions beyond the courtroom.

Gautam's educational background, with a B.Com. (Hons.) from the University of Delhi and a JD with Distinction from the University of Alberta, laid the foundation for his successful legal career. His bar admissions in British Columbia and Alberta since 2015 and 2016, respectively, mark the formal recognition of his professional capabilities and his readiness to contribute to the legal field.