Associate
604 647 5521
jburg@boughtonlaw.com
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Bonnae Leong
604 605 5631
bleong@boughtonlaw.com
James (Jimmy) Burg’s expertise lies in commercial litigation, where he excels in complex commercial disputes. He is highly regarded for his creative problem-solving abilities, commitment to his clients’ goals, and his formidable presence, both in and out of the courtroom.
Jimmy is known for his negotiating skills, tenacity, and a proven track record of success in court. He has a broad practice encompassing many areas, including civil and contractual disputes, corporate commercial litigation, real estate, construction, professional liability, employment law, arbitration, and public law matters. His recent work includes:
Jimmy also has a specialized expertise in natural resources, energy, and regulatory matters. His recent work includes:
During law school at Queen’s University, Jimmy received academic excellence awards in trial advocacy and international trade law. Prior to law school, Jimmy earned a geology degree with Honours from Dalhousie University. He worked as a geologist and environmental scientist in the mining, oil & gas, and environmental sectors in British Columbia and Alberta. He is passionate about energy and mineral resources and the complex technical issues and economic challenges facing those sectors.
Co-author, “Is Hydrogen the Silver Bullet?” Energy Regulation Quarterly, October 2021
Speaker, “Electrification: Law and Policy,” Plug in BC, June 10, 2021