Andrea Gray

In the realm of commercial litigation, Andrea stands out for her extensive expertise in handling complex disputes and proactively addressing risk in various sectors, including construction, infrastructure, power, and energy, not to mention her proficiency in dealing with general corporate disagreements. Throughout every phase of a project, from its inception, design, construction, to the handover and operational stages, Andrea is at the forefront, advocating for parties entangled in disputes.

With a keen focus on offering legal counsel regarding contract complications, transactional disagreements, negligence, tort claims, insurance coverage dilemmas, builders lien issues, and conflicts among shareholders, Andrea's approach to resolving intricate legal matters combines strategic thinking with an analytical edge, always keeping in mind the legal and business outcomes for her clients.

Her courtroom presence spans both British Columbia and Alberta, where she not only brings her trial experience to bear but also guides clients through mediations, as well as domestic and international arbitrations. Among her recent achievements, Andrea has notably defended a corporation and its past executives against allegations of fraud and conspiracy, seeking damages over $1 billion, a testament to her litigation prowess across both trial and appellate levels. Furthermore, she has represented owners, developers, project companies, design-builders, and service providers across a spectrum of disputes in construction, power, and energy projects, including those concerning construction flaws, delays, lien matters, and contract disagreements.

Andrea's legal acumen extends to advising companies on governance, duty breaches, and insurance coverage, securing equitable and injunctive remedies against significant disruptions, including a notable defense for Uber against an injunction attempt. Her commitment to the renewable energy sector is evident through her board position at CleanEnergyBC, and her involvement in the Canadian Bar Association's Construction Section showcases her dedication to legal excellence in construction law. As a contributing author on Canadian Building Contracts and a champion for diversity and inclusion at McCarthy Tétrault, Andrea leads initiatives and mentors the next generation of legal professionals.

Her contributions to the field have not gone unnoticed, as reflected in her recognition by Best Lawyers in Canada, particularly in the Ones to Watch category for Corporate and Commercial Litigation. Andrea's educational background from the University of Calgary, coupled with her admission to the bar in Alberta and British Columbia, lays the foundation for her specialized practice areas, including construction, corporate commercial litigation, insurance litigation, corporate governance, and project disputes. Andrea's work not only spans a diverse range of industries but also underscores her commitment to advancing legal strategies that align with her clients' business objectives.