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James A Woods, Ad E

James A Woods, Ad E

Canada 2026

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Career

James A. Woods is considered to be one of the best lawyers in Canada. He practices in the fields of litigation and arbitration. He pleads before all instances of federal and provincial tribunals, as well as the Supreme Court of Canada. He acts as arbitrator, as president or member of a panel, in a large number of commercial and international files, both ad hoc and under the rules of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)

Professional Memberships

Fellow of the ACTL, CIA, LCA, Member of panel of arbitrators of the AAA; Quebec Bar 1976 - Discerned Advocatus Emeritus 2013; Law Society of Upper Canada 1979; Law Society of Alberta 2006; Law Society of British Columbia 2006; Law Society of England and Wales 2008; Paris Bar 2013

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Chambers Canada Guide

Litigation: General Commercial - Québec

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Individual Editorial
James Woods maintains an impressive and longstanding reputation for his commercial litigation practice out of Montréal. He additionally advises on commercial and international arbitration.
Editorial individuel

James Woods maintient une réputation impressionnante et de longue date pour sa pratique en litige commercial à Montréal. Il conseille également en matière d'arbitrage commercial et international.

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration - Nationwide - Canada

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Individual Editorial
James Woods, Ad E is the founder of Montréal disputes boutique Woods LLP. He is a robust arbitrator and arbitration counsel with experience acting under ad hoc and ICC rules. He frequently represents clients in high-stakes domestic and international arbitrations.

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  • James is extraordinary.

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  • James is legendary in the community.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Canada Guide
  • James est légendaire dans la communauté.

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  • James est extraordinaire.

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