Atty. John A. Olthuis

Atty. John A. Olthuis

John A. Olthuis is a lawyer practicing administrative law, environmental law, native law.

Toronto Toronto 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About John A. Olthuis at a glance

John A. Olthuis is a Partner based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Olthuis, Kleer, Townshend LLP. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on environmental and government. Admitted to practice in Alberta (1965) and Ontario (1987). Educated at University of Alberta (LL.B., 1964) and University of Alberta (B.A., 1961). Active member of Canadian Bar Association. Serands clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John A. Olthuis is a lawyer practicing administrative law, environmental law, native law
  • John A. received a B.A. degree from University of Alberta in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • John A. practices at Olthuis, Kleer, Townshend LLP in Toronto, ON

Practice Areas Explained

John A. Olthuis's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ontario

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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John A. Olthuis

Where is John A. Olthuis's law office located?
John A. Olthuis's law practice is located in Toronto, Ontario. The firm is Olthuis, Kleer, Townshend LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A. Olthuis handle?
John A. Olthuis focuses on environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
How long has John A. Olthuis practiced law?
John A. Olthuis has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did John A. Olthuis go to law school?
John A. Olthuis earned their education at (LL.B., 1964); (B.A., 1961).
How can I contact John A. Olthuis for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
University of Alberta
- 1964
B.A.
University of Alberta
- 1961

Bar Admissions

Alberta
Admitted: 1965
Ontario
Admitted: 1987

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