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Jesse McCormick

Senior Counsel

Education
LLM, Harvard Law School
LLB, University of Ottawa
BA, University of Guelph
Bar admissions
Ontario
British Columbia
Clerkships
Law clerk to the Honourable Madam Justice Dolores Hansen, Federal Court of Canada, and to the International Labour Organization Administrative Tribunal

My practice focuses on First Nations empowerment in major project development, regulatory processes and treaty relationships. I work alongside Indigenous governments to ensure that large-scale infrastructure, energy and resource projects respect their rights and jurisdiction. Drawing on deep experience in impact assessment, Crown consultation and the affirmation of rights, I help Nations exercise decision-making responsibilities through durable agreements, regulatory participation and the assurance of free, prior and informed consent.

I help First Nations build strong institutions to achieve long-term prosperity, guided by my belief that self-determination is the foundation of lasting economic partnerships.  As a proud citizen of Canada, the Anishinabek Nation and the Oneida Nation (Wolf Clan), I am committed to achieving reconciliation through the effective implementation of rights, treaties and responsibilities.

Education
LLM, Harvard Law School
LLB, University of Ottawa
BA, University of Guelph
Bar admissions
Ontario
British Columbia
Clerkships
Law clerk to the Honourable Madam Justice Dolores Hansen, Federal Court of Canada, and to the International Labour Organization Administrative Tribunal
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