Atty. Peter Birkness

Atty. Peter Birkness

Peter Birkness is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & restructuring, financial services, regulatory advice and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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About Peter Birkness at a glance

Peter Birkness is a Partner, practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1991) and Alberta (2013). Educated at University of Toronto (LL.B., 1989) and University of Western Ontario (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished.

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About

  • Peter Birkness is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & restructuring, financial services, regulatory advice and 2 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Peter practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Calgary, AB

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Birkness's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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What practice areas does Peter Birkness handle?
Peter Birkness focuses on business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has Peter Birkness practiced law?
Peter Birkness has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Peter Birkness go to law school?
Peter Birkness earned their education at (LL.B., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
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What awards or recognition has Peter Birkness received?
Peter Birkness's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Toronto
- 1989
B.A.
University of Western Ontario
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1991
Alberta
Admitted: 2013

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