Clara Ferguson

Clara, an attorney specializing in energy and regulatory law, offers her expertise primarily to clients navigating the complexities of public utility regulation and administrative law. She works with a variety of clients, including those from the private and public sectors, as well as government bodies. Her role encompasses guiding them through the intricacies of market regulations and compliance, rate design, regulatory mandates, and applications for facilities.

Her courtroom presence extends across several administrative tribunals in British Columbia, Alberta, and the Northwest Territories. Clara is known for her involvement in cases before the British Columbia Utilities Commission and the Alberta Utilities Commission, where she represents her clients' interests diligently. Her expertise also covers engagements before the BC Oil and Gas Commission and the Canada Energy Regulator, an entity previously known as the National Energy Board.

Clara's legal prowess is evident in her appearances at various levels within the Alberta courts, including significant cases before the Alberta and BC Courts of Appeal. Her experience isn't limited to appellate work; she also has trial experience and has represented clients at a Coroner's Inquest in the Northwest Territories.

Her commitment to the legal profession is further demonstrated by her memberships in the Law Society of British Columbia, the Law Society of Alberta, the Canadian Bar Association, the Vancouver Bar Association, and the Law Society of Saskatchewan. Clara's educational background is just as impressive, with a B.A. from the University of British Columbia, a Master's in Public Administration from Queen’s University, and an LL.B. from the University of Alberta.

Clara was admitted to the bar in Alberta and the Northwest Territories in 2009, followed by British Columbia in 2011 and Saskatchewan in 2023. Her practice areas include administrative, constitutional, and public law, energy, environmental and regulatory issues, as well as litigation and dispute resolution in the power sector. Clara's diverse skill set and comprehensive approach to legal issues in the energy sector distinguish her as a notable figure in her field.