Atty. Clara C. Ferguson

Atty. Clara C. Ferguson

Clara is a leading energy regulatory lawyer who specializes in the power sector. She is currently serving as head of the firm's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group in B.C., managing the litigation departments in those offices.

Calgary Calgary 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Clara C. Ferguson at a glance

Clara C. Ferguson is a energy attorney based in Calgary, Alberta, practicing at Lawson Lundell LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in Alberta (2009), Northwest Territories (2009), and British Columbia (2011). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada: Energy: Power (Regulatory) - Nationwide (2026). Serands clients in Calgary, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Clara is a leading energy regulatory lawyer who specializes in the power sector
  • She is currently serving as head of the firm's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group in B.C., managing the litigation departments in those offices
  • Clara advises clients on a broad range of matters before regulatory boards and the courts, including market rules and compliance, long-term resource planning, electricity export permits, international power line approvals, rate design, and capital project permitting and approvals
  • She acts as counsel for a number of western Canadian regulated clients including the largest electric utility in British Columbia
  • Clara has extensive experience assisting clients in proceedings before the utilities commissions of B.C. and Alberta
  • She also acts for clients with respect to matters before the BC Energy Regulator and Canada Energy Regulator
  • Clara has appeared at all levels of the Alberta Court, including numerous matters before the Alberta and B.C
  • Court of Appeal
  • Clara is widely recognized for her expertise in energy by a number of legal ranking organizations including Chambers Nationwide and Chambers Global for Energy: Power

Practice Areas Explained

Clara C. Ferguson's Areas of Practice

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

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alberta

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

Common questions about Clara C. Ferguson

Where is Clara C. Ferguson's law office located?
Clara C. Ferguson's law practice is located in Calgary, Alberta. The firm is Lawson Lundell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clara C. Ferguson handle?
Clara C. Ferguson focuses on energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alberta.
How long has Clara C. Ferguson practiced law?
Clara C. Ferguson has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
How can I contact Clara C. Ferguson for a consultation?
You can contact Clara C. Ferguson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Clara C. Ferguson received?
Clara C. Ferguson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada: Energy: Power (Regulatory) - Nationwide; Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark Litigation Canada: Litigation Star; Best Lawyers in America — Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory: Energy (Electricity).

Practice Areas

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Energy Regulatory Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada: Energy: Power (Regulatory) - Nationwide
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Benchmark Litigation Canada: Litigation Star
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory: Energy (Electricity)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 Canada: Energy & Natural Resources - Power
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lexpert Rising Star Award 2018: One of Canada's Leading Lawyers under 40
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alberta
Admitted: 2009
Northwest Territories
Admitted: 2009
British Columbia
Admitted: 2011

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