Atty. Benjamin Kates
Benjamin Kates is a lawyer practicing administrative law, commercial litigation, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. Benjamin received a B.A. degree from University of King's College in 2004, and has been licensed for 15 years.
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Benjamin Kates is an Associate based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Stockwoods LLP Barristers. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Ontario (2011). Educated at University of Toronto (J.D., 2010) and University of King's College (B.A. London, 2004). Active member of Ontario and Canadian Bar Associations The Advocates' Society Toronto Lawyers Association: Criminal Lawyers' Association. Serves clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Benjamin Kates is a lawyer practicing administrative law, commercial litigation, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
- Benjamin received a B.A. degree from University of King's College in 2004, and has been licensed for 15 years
- Benjamin practices at Stockwoods LLP Barristers in Toronto, ON
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Toronto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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