Atty. James Cantwell

Atty. James Cantwell

James Cantwell is a lawyer practicing securities, capital markets and public companies, corporate finance and securities, corporate governance and special committees and 1 other area of law. James received a B.Comm. degree from University of British Columbia in 2010, and has been licensed for 8 years.

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About James Cantwell at a glance

James Cantwell is an Associate based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (2018). Educated at University of Alberta (J.D., 2017) and University of British Columbia (B.Comm., 2010). Serands clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Cantwell is a lawyer practicing securities, capital markets and public companies, corporate finance and securities, corporate governance and special committees and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.Comm. degree from University of British Columbia in 2010, and has been licensed for 8 years
  • James practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Vancouver, BC

Practice Areas Explained

James Cantwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Cantwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in British Columbia

Practicing law in British Columbia. Legal matters in British Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Vancouver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate British Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in British Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in British Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Cantwell

Where is James Cantwell's law office located?
James Cantwell's law practice is located in Vancouver, British Columbia. The firm is Borden Ladner Gervais LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Cantwell handle?
James Cantwell focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in British Columbia.
How long has James Cantwell practiced law?
James Cantwell has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
Where did James Cantwell go to law school?
James Cantwell earned their education at (J.D., 2017); (B.Comm., 2010).
How can I contact James Cantwell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Alberta
- 2017
B.Comm.
University of British Columbia
- 2010

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 2018

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