1. Disqualification of Gowlings WLG:
   In one of the decisions (July 2024), McMullen sought to disqualify the law firm Gowlings from representing the Nation due to conflicts of interest, as the firm had previously represented him in related matters. The court dismissed McMullen's request, determining that no confidential information relevant to the current action had been shared during Gowlings’ earlier representation of McMullen?.

2. Contempt of Court:
   In a subsequent decision (October 2024), McMullen was found in contempt on multiple counts for failing to comply with court orders, including failing to provide documents like the Navigant Report and using restricted documents inappropriately during litigation. The court imposed significant sanctions, although it declined to strike his defense entirely or award substantial damages against him due to his financial situation and unresolved issues within the case .

Final Outcome: McMullen owes over $700,000 in costs but remains unable to pay, leading the court to focus on non-monetary penalties. He retains some ability to defend himself in the ongoing litigation but faces restricted access to further legal actions unless he purges his contempt .

Successful Party: In the contempt proceedings, the Piikani Nation successfully proved that McMullen was in contempt on several counts. However, McMullen succeeded in having Gowlings WLG disqualified from the case.