Business Details
Experienced Northern Legal Representation
At Cooper Regel North, the needs of our northern clients are at the heart of everything we do. We maintain a fully staffed office in Yellowknife and serve communities across the Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, bringing decades of localized expertise to every case. Our founding lawyers, Steven Cooper and Alan Regel, have spent over 40 combined years living and working in northern communities, developing deep relationships and unparalleled understanding of the region's legal, cultural, and administrative landscape. Steve Cooper, a lifelong resident of the North, has served as a trusted legal advisor in civil, criminal, and administrative law while holding leadership roles on key territorial committees.Alan Regel's career spans private practice, federal prosecution, and civil litigation, with a focus on environmental and regulatory matters. We specialize in Aboriginal Law, Class Actions, Real Estate, and Complex Litigation, delivering personalized solutions tailored to the unique challenges faced by northern clients. Our approach combines technical legal excellence with a commitment to accessibility, ensuring clients receive clear guidance and unwavering representation. We pride ourselves on being more than just legal counselwe are partners in navigating the distinct legal terrain of Canada's North.
Services
Aboriginal Law
Class Actions
Real Estate Law
Complex Litigation
Residential School Claims
Corporate Law
Wills & Estates
Highlights and features
- We offer experienced, friendly legal professionals dedicated to your case
- Our team provides quality representation with northern expertise
- We ensure easy access to legal services in remote communities
- We maintain trusted relationships with northern governments and organizations
- Our lawyers have decades of combined experience in northern law
Services
Aboriginal Law
We specialize in Aboriginal Law matters including land claims, self-government agreements, and treaty rights. Our team has extensive experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations across northern Canada. We provide strategic legal counsel that respects cultural context while achieving practical outcomes.
Class Actions
Our firm represents clients in complex class action lawsuits involving institutional abuse, environmental damage, and systemic government negligence. We have successfully managed multi-jurisdictional cases across northern territories. Our approach focuses on securing fair compensation and systemic reforms for affected communities.
Complex Litigation
We handle high-stakes civil and commercial litigation involving northern governments, corporations, and Indigenous organizations. Our experience includes environmental regulatory cases, municipal disputes, and multi-party litigation. We combine courtroom expertise with strategic negotiation to protect client interests in complex legal environments.
Residential School Claims
We represent survivors of residential school abuse in pursuing compensation through legal channels. Our team understands the sensitive nature of these cases and provides compassionate, culturally aware legal support. We have extensive experience navigating the unique challenges of historical abuse claims in northern communities.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate practice covers commercial and residential transactions in northern jurisdictions. We assist with property acquisitions, land development, and regulatory compliance in remote regions. Our local knowledge ensures smooth navigation of unique northern property laws and administrative processes.
People
Steven Cooper
Partner
Steven Cooper has practiced law in the Northwest Territories for 26 years, specializing in civil litigation and municipal law. He has represented plaintiffs in complex cases against northern governments and maintains leadership roles on key territorial legal committees.
Alan Regel
Partner
Alan Regel brings extensive experience in criminal prosecution and federal civil litigation to our firm. His career includes leadership roles with Justice Canada, handling environmental cases and high-profile criminal matters across northern jurisdictions.
Questions
What areas of law does Cooper Regel North specialize in?
We focus on Aboriginal Law, Class Actions, Complex Litigation, Real Estate, and Residential School Claims, with particular expertise in northern legal issues.
Do you serve clients outside northern Canada?
While our primary focus is northern communities, we handle cases across Canada through our Sherwood Park office and remote legal services.
How experienced are your lawyers in northern law?
Our founding partners have over 40 combined years of experience working in northern jurisdictions, including government roles and leadership positions on territorial legal boards.
Can you handle complex multi-jurisdictional cases?
Yes, we regularly manage cases spanning multiple northern territories and provinces, leveraging our deep understanding of regional legal frameworks.
How do you support Indigenous communities?
We provide culturally sensitive legal representation in land claims, self-government agreements, and treaty negotiations, maintaining long-standing relationships with northern Indigenous organizations.
