Ian Mondrow

Ian A. Mondrow, a partner at Gowling WLG's Toronto office, stands as a seasoned expert in energy regulation and policy within the firm's Energy Sector Group. With over three decades of experience, Ian's journey in the energy sector spans both private legal practice and significant roles within the industry, including a pivotal four-year stint as vice-president of Government & Regulatory Affairs at a major energy services company. This role saw him deeply engaged in shaping market design, energy policy, and legislative frameworks. Further enriching his profile, Ian spent a year as a special advisor to the chair of the Ontario Energy Board.

His legal practice is broad, representing a variety of stakeholders in the energy sector such as electricity generators, transmitters, distributors, natural gas shippers, competitive energy service providers, and major consumers of electricity and natural gas across Canada's regulatory forums. Ian's advisory work extends beyond the courtroom, offering his expertise to government agencies and non-governmental organizations on energy policy, sector design, and legislation on both national and international stages.

Ian's commitment to the energy sector's evolution is also evident through his membership in the Council for Clean & Reliable Energy, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering open dialogue and innovative solutions to the industry's challenges.

His practice areas span infrastructure, energy, oil & gas, corporate commercial, and administrative law, marking a diverse and impactful career. Recognized for his contributions and expertise, Ian's accolades include listings in The Legal 500 Canada, Chambers Canada, and Best Lawyers in Canada, among others, across several consecutive years.

Beginning his legal career with a call to the Ontario bar in 1991, after obtaining his LLB from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1989 and a BA with distinction from York University in 1986, Ian has solidified his standing as a leading figure in the energy sector. His work, recognized through numerous awards and rankings, reflects a dedication to excellence and a deep understanding of the complexities within the energy landscape. Ian A. Mondrow's career is a testament to his significant contributions to energy law and policy, marked by a steadfast commitment to advancing the sector's regulatory framework and ensuring a sustainable energy future.