Overview

James is the co-managing partner of the firm and also heads our creditors rights group which includes debt recovery and bankruptcy and insolvency. Effective, efficient, results-oriented, cost-conscious and professional are adjectives used by James’ clients to describe him.
Among his clients, James acts as counsel for Canadian chartered banks and other financial institutions on hundreds of recovery matters. James has expertise in the most effective, and cost-efficient methods for recovering debts, both prior to and following judgment. James works with trustees, receivers, property managers and other professionals to secure the timely realization of secured assets, and to maximize recovery on collection matters. James has had considerable success in resolving collection proceedings on an expedited basis, thereby reducing the expense to his clients and speeding up the recovery process.
James’ practical, no-nonsense approach to litigation has resulted in excellent results at trial and on appeal. He frequently appears before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and has appeared before the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Ontario Divisional Court. James has spoken at numerous seminars on topics relating to debt collection.
James has also shared his expertise in debt recovery through his book, Debt Collection: A Step-by-Step Legal Guide, published by Thomson Reuters. This guide provides a detailed, practical approach to addressing the complexities of collection matters and is a valuable resource for businesses. To learn more or to obtain a copy, please visit this link. For further information or assistance with debt recovery, bankruptcy, insolvency, or commercial litigation, please contact James M. Satin.

Practice Areas

• Banking/Finance
• Corporate & Commercial Law
• Bankruptcy & Insolvency
• Insurance Law
• Civil Litigation

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 2001 (ON)