Atty. Paul C. Wilson

Atty. Paul C. Wilson

Paul C. Wilson is Chair of the firm’s Energy, Environmental and Natural Resources group.

Vancouver Vancouver 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul C. Wilson at a glance

Paul C. Wilson is a environmental and energy attorney based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Fasken. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (1983). Educated at University of British Columbia (LLB, 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Serands clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul C. Wilson is Chair of the firm’s Energy, Environmental and Natural Resources group
  • His practice focuses on energy, infrastructure, transportation and natural resources projects, with an emphasis on environmental and Indigenous matters
  • Paul negotiates project contracts, concession agreements and deals with environmental assessments and permitting for major infrastructure, port infrastructure, energy and mining projects
  • Paul is also recognized for his experience related to project joint ventures, consent and accommodation agreements with Indigenous communities

Practice Areas Explained

Paul C. Wilson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul C. Wilson 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.

Paul C. Wilson is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in British Columbia →

Energy & Utilities Law

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

Paul C. Wilson is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in British Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in British Columbia

Practicing law in British Columbia. Legal matters in British Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Vancouver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate British Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in British Columbia 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 British Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul C. Wilson

Where is Paul C. Wilson's law office located?
Paul C. Wilson's law practice is located in Vancouver, British Columbia. The firm is Fasken. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul C. Wilson handle?
Paul C. Wilson focuses on environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in British Columbia.
How long has Paul C. Wilson practiced law?
Paul C. Wilson has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Paul C. Wilson go to law school?
Paul C. Wilson earned their education at (LLB, 1982).
How can I contact Paul C. Wilson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul C. Wilson received?
Paul C. Wilson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law; Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law; Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law.

Education

LLB
University of British Columbia
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Aboriginal Law / Indigenous Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Oil and Gas Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Environmental Law, Vancouver (Canada)
- 2018

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 1983

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