Atty. Michael Posnikoff

Atty. Michael Posnikoff

Michael Posnikoff is a lawyer practicing business law, maritime, ship building and 1 other area of law. Michael received a degree from University of British Columbia in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Vancouver Vancouver 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Posnikoff at a glance

Michael Posnikoff is a Partner, Business Law based in Vancouver, British Columbia, practicing at Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on business and maritime. Admitted to practice in Nova Scotia (2002) and British Columbia (2005). Educated at University of British Columbia (LL.B. B.Sc., 2001) and University of British Columbia (B.Sc., 1997). Serands clients in Vancouver, BC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Posnikoff is a lawyer practicing business law, maritime, ship building and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a degree from University of British Columbia in 1997, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Michael practices at Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP in Vancouver, BC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Posnikoff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Posnikoff 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.

Michael Posnikoff is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in British Columbia →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Michael Posnikoff is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in British Columbia →

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 Michael Posnikoff

Where is Michael Posnikoff's law office located?
Michael Posnikoff's law practice is located in Vancouver, British Columbia. The firm is Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Posnikoff handle?
Michael Posnikoff focuses on business, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in British Columbia.
How long has Michael Posnikoff practiced law?
Michael Posnikoff has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Michael Posnikoff go to law school?
Michael Posnikoff earned their education at (LL.B. B.Sc., 2001); (B.Sc., 1997).
How can I contact Michael Posnikoff for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B. B.Sc.
University of British Columbia
- 2001
B.Sc.
University of British Columbia
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Nova Scotia
Admitted: 2002
British Columbia
Admitted: 2005

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