Atty. J. Derek James
J. Derek James is a lawyer practicing civil litigation.
Civil Litigation Attorney · 38+ Years Experience
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J. Derek James is a litigation attorney. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Alberta (1988) and British Columbia (1990). Educated at University of Victoria (LL.B., 1987) and University of Calgary (B.Comm., 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed.
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About J. Derek James
- J. Derek James is a lawyer practicing civil litigation
- J. Derek received a degree from University of Calgary in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
- J. Derek practices in Vancouver, BC
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Civil Litigation
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Decade-Tested Legal Experience
J. Derek James brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Alberta and British Columbia, J. Derek James can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means J. Derek James's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
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