Jacques Shore

Jacques J.M. Shore, C.M.PartnerOttawaYear of Call,Ontario(1982)Year of Call,Quebec(1988)Year of Call,Northwest Territories(1999)Year of Call,Nunavut(1999)jacques.shore@gowlingwlg.com+1 613-786-0225Areas of focusAviation, Aerospace & DefenceNuclearDispute Resolution & LitigationIndigenous LawCanada NorthAdministrative Law Jacques Shore is a partner in Gowling WLG's Ottawa office, a senior member of the firm's Advocacy Group, and past leader of the firm's National Government Affairs Group. Jacques was appointed to the Order of Canada in 2022 "for his numerous professional and volunteer contributions as a distinguished lawyer and negotiator." With extensive experience in both the private and public sectors, Jacques was recognized in the individual rankings as a Best Lawyer in Canada (2025), in the Administrative and public law category. He practises in the fields of federal regulatory affairs and negotiations focusing on trade and procurement issues, including international trade, Canada-US relations, administrative law, nuclear energy and environmental issues, national security matters, and cultural policy, as well as government relations and government advisory work. In addition to his law practice, Jacques has also served on the firm's national external management committee.