Environmental Law

Environmental Advice

In addition to our advocacy services, the environmental lawyers at Mann Lawyers are skilled and experienced in providing advice to clients who own or occupy contaminated property on issues such as:

  • Environmental regulatory compliance;
  • Reporting obligations;
  • Risk management;
  • Remediation strategies;
  • Director’s and officer’s liability;
  • Third party liability; and
  • The duties of landlords and tenants in respect of environmental issues and compliance obligations.

We also provide advice to mortgagees in taking and enforcing mortgages on lands where environmental issues are or may be present.

Connect with our Team

Offices in Ottawa and Perth     (613) 722-1500

Related Service Areas

Brownfield Redevelopment Projects
Environmental Litigation
Environmental Offences Defence
PFAS “Forever Chemical” Resources & Legal Insights
PFAS “Forever Chemicals” Class Action Lawsuits in Ontario

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