Atty. John R. Willms

Atty. John R. Willms

John R. Willms is a lawyer practicing environmental law, land use planning law.

52 Years Experience 52 year

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About John R. Willms at a glance

John R. Willms is a Partner, practicing at Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on zoning and environmental. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1974). Educated at Osgoode Hall Law School (LL.B., 1972) and University of Waterloo, Physics and Chemistry (B.Sc., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ontario and Canadian Bar Associations Ontario Environment Industry Association (Board of Directors) Canadian Brownfields Network Technical Advisory Committee Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association Ontario Waste Management Association.

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  • John R. Willms is a lawyer practicing environmental law, land use planning law
  • John R. received a degree from University of Waterloo, Physics and Chemistry in 1967, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John R. practices at Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP in Toronto, ON

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Willms's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

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Environmental Law

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

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What practice areas does John R. Willms handle?
John R. Willms focuses on zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has John R. Willms practiced law?
John R. Willms has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John R. Willms go to law school?
John R. Willms earned their education at (LL.B., 1972); (B.Sc., 1967).
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What awards or recognition has John R. Willms received?
John R. Willms's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Osgoode Hall Law School
- 1972
B.Sc.
University of Waterloo, Physics and Chemistry
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1974

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