James, a pivotal partner in the Corporate Finance & Securities and Corporate/Commercial groups, offers comprehensive counsel across a wide range of corporate, commercial, and business law areas. His expertise is particularly noted in mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, securities, private equity, joint ventures, funds, and partnerships.

He brings a wealth of experience in handling mergers and acquisitions for both public and private entities, orchestrating prospectus offerings, facilitating private placement financings, engaging in Capital Pool Company transactions, advising on corporate governance, continuous disclosure requirements, and providing ongoing general corporate and commercial guidance.

James's scientific background equips him with a unique problem-solving ability and business insight, enabling him to grasp the specific challenges and opportunities within a client's industry. He serves clients across various sectors, such as technology, cannabis, media, construction, manufacturing and development, health care, and natural resources.

Before his tenure at Torkin Manes, James refined his practice at nationally acclaimed business law firms in Toronto.

His fields of expertise include Franchise Law, Private Equity & Venture Capital, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Finance & Securities, Cannabis, and Corporate/Commercial law.

James's credentials are solid, marked by his admission to the Ontario Bar in 2005, a Certificate in Mining Law from Osgoode Law School in 2012, an LLB and MSc from the University of Western Ontario in 2004, and a BSc (Hons.) from the same institution in 1999. This impressive educational and professional background positions James as a trusted advisor capable of navigating complex legal landscapes in a variety of industries.