Geoffrey Brown, Q.C.

Avoiding roadblocks. Geoff takes a proactive approach with all of his clients, ensuring they have the necessary homework done to avoid delays in the implementation of their business plans. And it is his in-depth knowledge of the regulatory framework and key personnel that allows him to get necessary reviews and timely approvals.

Representative matters

• Commercial Property: Commercial, residential, institutional and recreational development with related issues of taxation, zoning, land use planning, leasing and complex financings.
• Environmental Law: Land assembly, re-zoning, sale and leasing of properties, and advising owners and security holders on acquisition, site remediation, construction and disposal of property.
• Construction Litigation: Heavy site works, infrastructure work, design-build contracts and tender disputes.
• Securities Law: Private placements and public offerings for national and international clients on registration matters.

Areas of practice:

• Corporate/Commercial
• Construction Law
• Environmental
• Government Regulations
• Land Use Planning (Municipal)
• Litigation
• Project Finance
• Property Leasing
• Real Estate Development
• Securities/Corporate Finance

BAR ADMISSION(S)

Newfoundland and Labrador, 1979

LAW SOCIETY(IES)

Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador

EDUCATION

University of British Columbia, LL.B., 1978
Memorial University of Newfoundland, B.A., 1975

QUEEN'S COUNSEL

2006

ACTIVITIES

Member, Canadian Bar Association
Honorary counsel, Queen’s College Corporation, 1997-present

LANGUAGE(S)

English

MARTINDALE-HUBBELL RATINGS

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