Anthony Burden

Anthony Burden is a Calgary-based Partner whose practice focuses on construction law, general litigation and insurance. He advises Alberta-based clients with operations throughout Canada and beyond. Anthony is the Practice Group Leader for the General Litigation Group in Calgary.

Anthony has extensive experience advising on construction-related matters, particularly construction liens, Public Works Act claims and surety claims involving performance bonds and labour and material payment bonds. He regularly acts for parties throughout the contractual chain, including owners, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and consultants. He also has experience drafting and reviewing construction contracts, including custom contracts, subcontracts and supplemental conditions to standard form contracts tailored to particular clients and projects.

Anthony has defended Alberta municipalities in a range of litigation matters, including injury claims, construction and building code matters and development claims.

Anthony has appeared before all levels of court in Alberta, the Environmental Appeals Board and in various commercial arbitrations. He provides effective legal counsel while maintaining a focus on avoiding unnecessary and costly litigation.