Atty. Brenden Hunter

Atty. Brenden Hunter

Brenden Hunter practices energy regulatory, Indigenous and environmental law. Frequently appearing before regulatory tribunals, Brenden has extensive project experience, providing representation and assistance to clients in developing and defending applications.

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Profile Summary

About Brenden Hunter at a glance

Brenden Hunter is a energy attorney based in Calgary, Alberta, practicing at Fasken. Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice, Calgary (Canada) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026). Serands clients in Calgary, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Brenden Hunter practices energy regulatory, Indigenous and environmental law. Frequently appearing before regulatory tribunals, Brenden has extensive project experience, providing representation and assistance to clients in developing and defending applications. Brenden also advises on and assists regulated utilities with their rate related applications, both generic and utility specific.

Brenden’s project experience includes acting for and advising clients regarding:

  • electrical (high voltage and distribution) and natural gas transmission facilities
  • oil, gas, LNG and NGL pipelines and facilities
  • renewable energy projects, including hydroelectric, solar and wind farm projects
  • telecommunications facilities
  • industrial waste management facilities

Brenden’s rate experience includes proceedings pertaining to rate design, tolls and tariffs and service matters.

Brenden has appearances before the Canada Energy Regulator (formerly the National Energy Board), Alberta Utilities Commission, Alberta Energy Regulator, BC Utilities Commission, BC Environmental Appeal Board and Manitoba Clean Environment Commission. Brenden advises on municipal development issues, including appearances before municipal subdivision and development appeal boards. Brenden has appeared before all level of Courts in Alberta, as well as before the BC Court of Appeal and Federal Court of Appeal.

Practice Areas Explained

Brenden Hunter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brenden Hunter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in Alberta. Legal matters in Alberta are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Calgary are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alberta state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alberta brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alberta courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Brenden Hunter's law office located?
Brenden Hunter's law practice is located in Calgary, Alberta. The firm is Fasken. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brenden Hunter handle?
Brenden Hunter focuses on energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alberta.
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What awards or recognition has Brenden Hunter received?
Brenden Hunter's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice, Calgary (Canada); Best Lawyers in America — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law; Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law; Lawyer of the Year — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice, Calgary (Canada).

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice, Calgary (Canada)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice, Calgary (Canada)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice, Calgary (Canada)
- 2020

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