Matthew (Matt) Ghikas, FCIArb is a leading energy and regulatory counsel who is also available to act as arbitrator or mediator in energy, natural resource, and other commercial disputes. He has practiced law for over 25 years, primarily in British Columbia but also in proceedings across western Canada. He has been a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb) since 2018, is a roster arbitrator for arbitral institutions and has acted as arbitrator in a variety of matters. Matt has completed the Mediation Intensive at the Program on Negotiation (Harvard Law School Executive Education). Although Matt has a commercial and construction litigation background, his primary focus for many years has been the energy industry. Complex, multi-party regulatory litigation requires a strategic approach, combined with knowledge of the role of regulation and the energy industry, Matt understands the industry. He also understands that energy companies have long-term relationships with regulators, governments, Indigenous communities, and other stakeholders.
