Atty. John Georgakopoulos

Atty. John Georgakopoulos

John Georgakopoulos B.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc., LL.B., is a Partner at Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP and is a Certified Specialist in Environmental Law by the Law Society of Ontario.

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About John Georgakopoulos at a glance

John Georgakopoulos is a environmental attorney, practicing at Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Georgakopoulos B.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc., LL.B., is a Partner at Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP and is a Certified Specialist in Environmental Law by the Law Society of Ontario
  • John resolves complex environmental legal issues for clients, uniquely drawing on his technical knowledge as a former senior environmental scientist with Ontario’s environmental regulator
  • John has particular expertise advising property developers, REITs, industrial manufacturers, and municipalities about managing environmental risks and liabilities associated with brownfields and contaminated sites
  • John provides strategic advice to help protect clients against corporate and personal environmental liabilities including civil claims, regulatory orders, prosecutions and fines
  • John is called to the Bar in Alberta and Ontario

Practice Areas Explained

John Georgakopoulos's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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John Georgakopoulos's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law.

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Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026

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