Atty. James D. Burns

Atty. James D. Burns

James D. Burns is a lawyer practicing business law, taxation, wills, trusts, & estates.

47 yrs experience 47 year
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About James D. Burns at a glance

James D. Burns is a Counsel, practicing at Owen Bird Law Corporation. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (1979). Educated at University of British Columbia (LL.B., 1978) and Simon Fraser University (B.A. Econ, 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Membership •Past President & Life Member, Estate Planning Council of Vancouver •Past Chair, Canadian Bar Association, Wills and Trusts Section.

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About

  • James D. Burns is a lawyer practicing business law, taxation, wills, trusts, & estates
  • James D. received a B.A. degree from Simon Fraser University in 1977, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James D. practices at Owen Bird Law Corporation in Vancouver, BC

Practice Areas Explained

James D. Burns's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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What practice areas does James D. Burns handle?
James D. Burns focuses on trusts, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has James D. Burns practiced law?
James D. Burns has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James D. Burns go to law school?
James D. Burns earned their education at (LL.B., 1978); (B.A. Econ, 1977).
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What awards or recognition has James D. Burns received?
James D. Burns's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of British Columbia
- 1978
B.A. Econ
Simon Fraser University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

British Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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