Atty. Brian Kells
Brian Kells is a lawyer practicing business law, alcoholic beverages, construction law and 8 other areas of law. Brian received a B.Soc.Sc. degree from University of Ottawa in 2011, and has been licensed for 10 years.
Alcoholic Beverages & More Attorney · Serving Ottawa, ON · 10+ Years Experience
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About Brian Kells at a Glance
Brian Kells is an Associate based in Ottawa, Ontario, practicing at Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall LLP/s.r.l.. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, construction, cannabis, and international. Admitted to practice in Ontario (2016). Educated at University of Ottawa (J.D., 2015) and University of Ottawa (B.Soc.Sc., 2011). Serves clients in Ottawa, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Kells
- Brian Kells is a lawyer practicing business law, alcoholic beverages, construction law and 8 other areas of law
- Brian received a B.Soc.Sc. degree from University of Ottawa in 2011, and has been licensed for 10 years
- Brian practices at Perley-Robertson, Hill & McDougall LLP/s.r.l. in Ottawa, ON
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Brian Kells's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Kells handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Ottawa.
Business & Corporate Law in Ottawa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Ottawa
Brian Kells is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Ontario →
Construction Law in Ottawa
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Cannabis & Marijuana Law in Ottawa
Cannabis attorneys for business licensing, regulatory compliance, and marijuana-related legal matters.
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International Law in Ottawa
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Ottawa
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 Ottawa 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.
Ottawa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Ottawa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Ottawa Choose Brian Kells
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Kells's practice in the field of business, m&a, construction, cannabis, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Kells brings 10+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and construction, Brian Kells can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Ottawa
A Ottawa-based practice means Brian Kells attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian Kells Handles in Ottawa
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian Kells has experience with under Ontario law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian Kells directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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