Atty. William J. Atkinson

Atty. William J. Atkinson

William J. Atkinson is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation, arbitration, class actions and 4 other areas of law.

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William J. Atkinson is a Counsel, practicing at McCarthy Tétrault LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in Québec (1971). Educated at London School of Economics and Political Science (Ph.D. Université, 1975) and Université Laval (LL.B. Université, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent.

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  • William J. Atkinson is a lawyer practicing appellate litigation, arbitration, class actions and 4 other areas of law
  • William J. received a Ph.D. degree from London School of Economics and Political Science in 1975, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • William J. practices at McCarthy Tétrault LLP in Montreal, QC

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Atkinson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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What practice areas does William J. Atkinson handle?
William J. Atkinson focuses on business, class action, litigation, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has William J. Atkinson practiced law?
William J. Atkinson has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did William J. Atkinson go to law school?
William J. Atkinson earned their education at (Ph.D. Université, 1975); (LL.B. Université, 1970).
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What awards or recognition has William J. Atkinson received?
William J. Atkinson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Ph.D. Université
London School of Economics and Political Science
- 1975
LL.B. Université
Université Laval
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Québec
Admitted: 1971

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